67th WSM in Manila Moves the APO Vision 2030 into Action

MANILA, Philippines, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) convened its 67th Workshop Meeting of Heads of National Productivity Organizations (WSM) in Manila from 20 to 22 October 2026. The meeting brought together national productivity organization (NPO) Heads and delegates from APO member economies to review progress in implementing Strategic Partnership Program (SPP) Plan activities, exchange experiences, and consider proposals and updates on key APO programs and initiatives under the APO Vision 2030.

The meeting marked a further step in moving the SPP from planning to implementation. NPO Heads shared updates on their respective SPP Plan activities, including progress, approaches, challenges, lessons learned, and opportunities for closer cooperation. The WSM also reviewed SPP Plan activities in 2026 and planned activities for 2027.