● March 23 Shenzhen unveiled a comprehensive work plan aimed at accelerating the development of a world-class business environment by leveraging the opportunities presented by hosting the APEC meeting.

● March 26 Shenzhen Party chief Jin Lei inspected the city’s preparatory progress for the APEC meeting. He emphasized that Shenzhen must seize this opportunity to host a successful event while simultaneously upgrading the city’s overall infrastructure and international standing.

● March 30 The second session of the APEC Lecture Series was held in Qianhai. Featured speaker Li Wei, a professor and doctoral supervisor at the School of International Studies at Renmin University of China, shared insights on the current international climate and China’s major-country diplomacy.

● April 9 The seminar “Seizing APEC Strategic Opportunities to Build an Asia-Pacific Community Through High-Level Opening-up” and the Qianhai Academic Salon were held at the Shenzhen Court of International Arbitration.

● April 10 Major checkpoints across the city integrated APEC elements along passenger routes, creating a vibrant and engaging atmosphere for travelers.