Toward the Development of APEC

— More Efficient, Concentrated Activities
and Positive Participation by the Private Sector —

Keidanren (Japan Federation of Economic Organizations)
September 16, 1997

Proposal Summary

Proposal

« Introduction »

« Problems of APEC and Policies to be taken »

1. APEC Organization and Activities
2. Promotion of Liberalization
3. Private-Sector Participation in APEC
4. Active Transmission of Information About APEC Activities

« Priority Issues That APEC Should Tackle in a Concentrated Manner »

1. Promotion of Infrastructure Construction Using Private-Sector Resources and Vitality
2. Protection of Intellectual Property Rights

« Conclusion »

Attachment

Explanation of terminology

Table: APEC Members and International Agreements related to Intellectual Property Rights