Ex-World Bank official: APEC's key outcome — stronger mutual trust

China Global Television Network (CGTN) - Nov 14, 2026

Bert Hofman, a former World Bank official, said in an interview with CGTN that APEC's unique strength lies in its membership covering all major free trade agreements in the Asia-Pacific.

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