Elizabeth Lindon, a 46-year-old from Papua New Guinea, is now a senior supervisor at BNBM PNG in Port Moresby. Over eight years, she has worked her way up from office receptionist to forklift operator—breaking the stereotype that operating forklifts is "a man's job"—and then moving into management. Her journey shows how China-APEC cooperation translates into real benefits for individuals and families.

CGTN presents a special series on the role of China's centrally administered SOEs in the Asia-Pacific, in collaboration with China's State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC). The series explores their contributions to regional connectivity, green transition, the digital economy, industrial cooperation and people's livelihoods, with insights on building a shared future for the region.