11-17 NOVEMBER 2019, SANTIAGO, CHILE
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 1 (Bernama) — The Ministry of International Trade and Industry of Malaysia would like to extend our consolation with the current unrest in Chile which has led to the cancellation of APEC Economic Leaders’ Week (AELW) 2019, initially scheduled from 11-17 November 2019 in Santiago. We recognised the efforts and resources Chile has invested for its hosting year and fully understands the decision taken by President Sebastián Piñera, Chair of APEC Chile 2019. By putting its people’s interest in the forefront and listening to their voices, Chile has proven seriousness in its undertaking of people-centered approach in line with APEC Chile 2019 theme “Connecting People, Building the Future”. We hope that situation in Chile will return to normal soon.
Malaysia would like to acknowledge the efforts and leadership Chile has demonstrated throughout 2019 in pursuing the initiatives through its four priorities for the year, namely, Digital Society; Integration 4.0; Women, SMEs and Inclusive Growth; and Sustainable Growth.