Carlos A. Vasquez

Jan 13, 2025 | apec.org | Rhea Crisologo Hernando |Carlos A. Vasquez |Carlos Mairena Vásquez |Yoon Seongmee

Women entrepreneurs are vital to the pursuit of inclusive growth but remain underrepresented in  APEC’s startup ecosystem, facing limited access to funding, mentorship and networks. Women entrepreneurs are pivotal to the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the APEC region. With innovative ideas, unique perspectives, and a deep understanding of women customer segments, they add immense value to startups.

Dec 5, 2024 | apec.org | Rhea Crisologo Hernando |Carlos Kuriyama |Aaron Sydor |Carlos A. Vasquez |Carlos Mairena Vásquez

Enabling better data sharing and analysis to drive evidence-based policies can empower small businesses and foster a more inclusive and vibrant economic environment. When it comes to talking about micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in APEC, some important questions come to mind. For example, how many MSMEs are there in APEC? What percentage are involved in cross-border trade in APEC? And how many of these MSMEs are owned and operated by women?

Nov 19, 2024 | apec.org | Carlos A. Vasquez |Carlos Mairena Vásquez |Renato Reyes

"We stand behind the urgent need to raise awareness about the importance of engaging Indigenous peoples in global trade and providing them with the tools to fully harness the benefits of globalization."Peru is a diverse nation that gathers multiple ethnicities, beliefs and cultures; is home to 55 Indigenous groups who can trace their origins to ancestral times before the modern state, and, thus, preserve their own institutions and way of living within the limits of the law.

Aug 25, 2024 | scoop.co.nz | Carlos A. Vasquez |Carlos Mairena Vásquez

By Ambassador Carlos Vasquez, Chair, SeniorOfficials’ Meeting for APEC Peru 2024As we lookahead to 2024, Peru stands committed to bridging gaps andfostering inclusion across our economies. Our theme for theyear, "Empower. Include. Grow.," reflects our dedication tocreating opportunities for all, particularly for those whohave been historically left behind.

May 24, 2024 | apec.org | Elizabeth Galdo |Carlos A. Vasquez |Carlos Mairena Vásquez

Only through cooperation APEC can ensure that no one is left behind. Peru’s theme for APEC 2024, "Empower. Include. Grow," encapsulates the essence of our shared mission. It is a call to action, reminding us of the urgent need to create an environment where all people, regardless of sex, origin or circumstances, have the same opportunities to thrive and contribute to the development of our economies.