India Assumes APO Chairmanship for 2025–26
- On 21st May 2025, India officially took over the Chair of the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) for the 2025–26 terms during the 67th Governing Body Meeting of the organization.
- The APO is an intergovernmental body established in 1961 with headquarters at Tokyo.
- It aims to improve productivity through regional cooperation and capacity building across the Asia-Pacific region.
- It contributes to the sustainable socioeconomic development of the region through policy advisory services, and undertaking smart initiatives in the industry, agriculture, service, and public sectors.
- As one of its founding members, India has played a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s vision and supporting ....
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