Seoul: An automotive dialogue of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member nations kicked off Friday in South Korea to discuss future trends in the automobile industry, Seoul's industry ministry said. The 41st APEC Automotive Dialogue embarked on a two-day session on the southern resort island of Jeju, with representatives from 14 countries, including the United States, Japan, China, and Chile, in attendance.
According to Yonhap News Agency, as the host country, South Korea will spearhead discussions on pivotal issues related to the transition to future mobility. Topics include electric vehicle (EV) architecture, battery recycling, and hydrogen mobility. This year's agenda also covers autonomous driving and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, reflecting the industry's shift towards innovative transport solutions.
The ministry emphasized that "this year's APEC Automotive Dialogue will serve as a timely opportunity to review and promote cooperation frameworks among member countries." This comes at a crucial time as the global auto industry undergoes rapid evolution, particularly concerning future mobility transitions and supply chain restructuring.