May 2025

Amid the wave of globalization, the Middle East market has emerged as a trillion-dollar blue ocean full of immense potential, drawing the attention of enterprises worldwide. Recently, the “Middle East Market Strategy Forum,” hosted by Yande International and co-organized by the Asia-Pacific Institute for Sustainable Development Strategies (APESG), concluded successfully in Shenzhen. The forum brought together over 180 representatives from various sectors, including policy, taxation, law, listed companies, and overseas enterprises, to explore new opportunities in Middle Eastern trade and illuminate the path of international development for businesses.

The Asia-Pacific Institute for Sustainable Development Strategies (APESG) and NovaX have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Centered on resource sharing and professional collaboration, the partnership aims to jointly promote the capitalization and large-scale implementation of green technology projects, providing innovative momentum for global sustainable development.

In May 2025, the Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency grandly launched the “International Forum on Sustainable Development · Hong Kong 2025” at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This world-class event gathered around 800 leaders and senior executives from politics, business, and professional sectors, spanning government departments, regulatory bodies, chambers of commerce, social enterprises, local and international financial institutions, business entities, academic institutions, and environmental organizations. Together, they focused on green development and low-carbon transformation under the “Belt and Road” initiative, building a bridge for cross-sector dialogue and collaborative innovation.

When ESG evolves from “social responsibility” to “strategic opportunity,” how can enterprises transform the concept of sustainability into measurable business competitiveness?

On April 23, 2025, a high-level dialogue on ESG strategy was successfully held at the Hong Kong Science Park Shenzhen Branch. Centered on the theme “ESG Driving the Future of Enterprises: Sustainability and Long-term Value,” the event brought together ESG experts from Hong Kong and Shenzhen, senior legal advisors, corporate leaders, and academic representatives to explore practical pathways for turning ESG from vision into action.

As a core participant in the roundtable dialogue, the Asia-Pacific Institute for Sustainable Development Strategies provided attendees with cutting-edge insights and hands-on experience.

The Macao International Environmental Cooperation Forum & Exhibition 2025 (MIECF), in line with China’s “dual carbon” goals and the Macao SAR Government’s key environmental protection policies such as the Macao Long-term Carbon Reduction Strategy, promotes green and sustainable development through a series of professional international forums, exhibitions, green business matching, Green Public Day events, and exchange activities. The initiative empowers innovative green growth, encourages carbon reduction across society, and fosters the building of a beautiful city.

The event is strongly hosted by the Macao Special Administrative Region Government, with four major national ministries — the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, and the Ministry of Ecology and Environment — as special supporting units. Its high level and profound influence highlight China’s strategic determination in advancing global sustainable development.Organized by the Macao SAR Government with strong support, and backed by four major national-level ministries — the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, and the Ministry of Ecology and Environment — the event’s high profile and wide-reaching influence underscore China’s strategic commitment to advancing global sustainable development.