Initiative sets the pace

Article Abstract:

The Philippines aimed to increase the relevance of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) to Apec citizens, in its year at the helm of Apec, and it has been instrumental in developing a new framework for development cooperation in Apec. The government was keen that Apec be used in the transfer of technology from richer members to poorer ones, and marine-resources conservation is at the forefront of the agenda, with the creation of the Fisheries Working Group. Also another group is working on transport problems in Asia.

Planning

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A show of triumph

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The Philippines National Centennial Exposition (Expo Pilipino) will be a key element in celebrations to mark the centenary of the independence of the Philippines in 1998. This exhibition, which will cover almost 60 ha in the Clark Special Economic Zone in Pampanga province, will be split into five parts. These will include a Freedom Ring, an Ancient Island and a Colonial Plaza. It is expected that Expo Philipino will attract around 8.5 million visitors. Exhibits will focus both on the Philippines' past and on its future.

History, Philippines, Exhibitions, Philippine history

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Blueprint for the future

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The fourth Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) leaders' summit on Nov 25, 1996 will see leaders of 18 economies sign a plan of action in preparation to meet Apec's goals of liberalizing their economies and preparing for free trade in the region by 2020. The Manila Action Plan for Apec (Mapa) will be finalised two days before the leaders' summit, and is the result of several ministerial and official meetings.

Conferences, meetings and seminars

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