Since China officially joined APEC in 1991, how has its role evolved over the past three-and-a-half decades? Victor Gao, chair professor at Soochow University and vice president of the Center for China and Globalization, notes that China has advanced regional cooperation, safeguarded free trade through concrete actions, and contributed to global governance with a broader vision – steadily enhancing its international influence and global standing. On the final day of the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting, let's look back at China's shining moments on the APEC and global stage – from pragmatic cooperation to shared prosperity: What a remarkable transformation!

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