GYEONGJU, Nov. 1 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. joined Asia-Pacific leaders in concluding the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting on Saturday, as member economies adopted the Gyeongju Declaration, a landmark commitment to harness artificial intelligence (AI), digital innovation, and inclusive growth across the region.

The declaration, issued after two days of talks chaired by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, reaffirmed APEC leaders' pledge to strengthen cooperation and deliver economic growth "that benefits all," recognizing that the rapid rise of AI and demographic shifts are reshaping labor markets and development strategies in the Asia-Pacific.

"APEC economies stand at a pivotal juncture," the document read.

The region's ...