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flag APEC's 2025 growth forecast rises to 3.1% on strong trade, but debt and tensions may slow growth to 2.9% in 2026.

flag APEC's economic growth is projected at 3.1% in 2025, up slightly from earlier forecasts, driven by strong trade and high-tech demand. flag Trade surged in the first half of 2025, with exports and imports rising 6.5% and 6.1% respectively, though growth is expected to slow to 2.9% in 2026 due to rising public debt, fading temporary factors, and trade tensions. flag Government debt is forecast to exceed 110% of GDP by 2026. flag The report stresses the need for regional cooperation, stable policies, and open dialogue to maintain economic resilience amid growing uncertainty.

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