[Infographic]: Vietnam’s impressions after 20 years since joining APEC

Precisely 20 years ago, Vietnam became an official member of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum, marking an important step in realising the country's open foreign policy, focusing on multilateralisation, diversification and international economic integration. Since then, Vietnam has actively participated in and contributed to promoting cooperation in this multilateral forum.

Leaders of the APEC economies join a group photo at the 2017 APEC Economic Leaders' Week in Da Nang, November 2017. (Photo: NDO/Duy Linh)
Leaders of the APEC economies join a group photo at the 2017 APEC Economic Leaders' Week in Da Nang, November 2017. (Photo: NDO/Duy Linh)