APEC looks to restart travel

Asia Pacific, 23rd February: As part of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, the APEC Safe Passage Taskforce is due to release an update on their policy discussions during a recent two-day meeting with officials. APEC representatives discussed ways to co-ordinate cross-border travel in the region, as well as ways in which vaccine certificates can be used to reconnect international “business mobility.”

Several proposals and policies aimed at supporting global travel initiatives have been reviewed. Officials are looking for a “foundation in safe passage for the region for long-term resilience.” According to APEC, these policies will guide the region to work towards “interoperability and safe and sustainable travel as well as enhance connectivity.” They also committed to exploring additional solutions to facilitate safe cross-border travel in the region.