China is hosting the 2026 APEC meeting under the theme "Building an Asia-Pacific Community to Prosper Together." This year's priorities are openness, connectivity and collaboration. CGTN spoke with Zeng Qi, China's representative to the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC) and chair of ABAC's Connectivity Working Group. She is also vice president of CITIC Group. Zeng explains how ABAC turns business concerns into practical policy proposals for APEC leaders. She says openness, connectivity and collaboration are key to seeking common ground and promoting shared prosperity.