APEC Secretariat's Sta Maria on APEC Leaders Meeting

The transcript discusses the importance of vaccine supply chains and reducing tariffs to ensure equitable access to vaccines. It highlights the commitment of APEC leaders to collaborate and treat vaccines as a public good. The focus is on managing the pandemic and fostering a sustainable recovery. The role of trade facilitation and the challenges posed by supply chain disruptions are also addressed, emphasizing the need for collaboration and open trade.

What are the key factors that affect the manufacturing and supply of vaccines?

How do tariffs impact the supply chain of vaccines?

What commitments were made by leaders regarding vaccine access?

Discuss the importance of collaboration among economies in dealing with the pandemic.

How can APEC nations work together to counter the economic impacts of COVID-19?

What role does trade play in the recovery from the pandemic according to the discussion?

What are the challenges faced by APEC nations in maintaining trade during the pandemic?