India Leads the Way: Chairmanship of the Asian Productivity Organization 2025-26
In a significant development, India has assumed the prestigious Chairmanship of the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) for the 2025-26 term. This announcement was made during the ongoing 67th Session of the Governing Body Meeting held by APO. The session is being attended by various member nations, each keenly observing India’s strategic direction and vision for the organization.
Steering Towards Innovation
Heading the delegation, Amardeep Singh Bhatia, APO Director for India and Secretary of DPIIT, underlines India’s commitment to furthering the APO’s strategic goals. As India takes the helm, it focuses on enhancing digital transformation, fostering innovation, and propelling sustainability initiatives forward. This leadership move reiterates India’s enduring role as a founding member and a cornerstone of the organization’s framework.
Green Productivity 2.0: A Pledge for Sustainability
One of the central pillars of India’s chairmanship will be the emphasis on the expansion of the Green Productivity 2.0 framework. This initiative aims to blend economic growth with environmental responsibility, ensuring a sustainable future for the entire Asia-Pacific region. As stated in NEWS ON AIR, India’s approach will serve as a blueprint for sustainable development within APO member economies.
Strengthening Regional Ties
The Asian Productivity Organization comprises 21 economies, including countries such as Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam. With a mission to improve productivity across the region, the APO’s work significantly impacts the economic and social fabrics of its member nations. Under its chairmanship, India aims to strengthen these ties by sharing its national initiatives and success stories, fostering a spirit of mutual cooperation.
Embracing Digital Futures
A spotlight under India’s leadership will shine on the digital transformation of industries and the infusion of technology into traditional business practices. The focus here is to propel the Asia-Pacific economies into a digitally advanced future, making them more competitive and resilient. The intent is to inspire economic digitalization that empowers enterprises, thereby supporting broader economic growth.
A Legacy of Leadership
India’s role as Chair is not just a position of prestige but a responsibility towards positive change. As one of the founding members, India’s leadership has always been integral in shaping APO’s mission and continuing the propagation of productivity enhancements across the region. The Chairmanship will indeed complement India’s ongoing domestic initiatives while contributing to the overarching objectives of the APO Vision 2030.
Stay tuned for more updates as India strides forward in this pivotal leadership role, continuing its legacy of fostering innovation, sustainability, and regional prosperity.
