S. Korean gov't holds preparatory meeting for APEC 2025

Organizers of the 2025 APEC Summit, which will be held in South Korea's ancient southern city of Gyeongju this coming November, are now looking to move from the planning phase to the execution stage.

Speaking at a related meeting this Thursday, acting President Han Duck-soo highlighted the significance of this latest annual summit as it comes amid much uncertainty over global trade given the changes it currently faces.

He further pointed to prospects of new investment in South Korea, as corporate leaders look to attend the gathering as well.