This year's agenda of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' Meeting includes topics like adapting to digital change, harnessing artificial intelligence and developing sustainable energy. CGTN's Chen Lanyou spoke with Dr. Karnina Karim, head of Seria Energy Lab, a science center in Brunei specializing in advanced energy technologies. She shared her expectations for regional scientific cooperation ahead of the meeting, emphasizing that APEC economies can accelerate an inclusive energy transition through stronger research exchanges and greater youth engagement.