The opening session of the Second Senior Officials' Meeting of APEC China 2026 was held in Shanghai on Monday.

Through the meeting, participants will review APEC cooperation in the first half of the year, gather early insights, and make preparations for the outcomes of the leaders' meeting and other events scheduled for the remainder of the year.

This marks the third time China has hosted APEC. The Chinese city of Shenzhen will host the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in November 2026.