APEC summit in Shenzhen: metro frequency increased, volunteers help delegates and media
APEC summit takes place in Shenzhen this week, with banners and flags promoting the event. Authorities have increased metro frequency and extended operating hours, offering 50 per cent discounts on public transport. Volunteers assist delegates and journalists at transport hubs.
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit will be held in Shenzhen this week, with banners and flags displaying the 'APEC CHINA 2026' slogan hanging across the city. Purple-themed vertical banners bearing the summit theme 'Building an Asia-Pacific Community, Promoting Shared Prosperity' are also placed along roads and lamp posts.
At Futian high-speed rail and metro stations, volunteers are on hand to assist delegates and journalists covering the event. The media centre has opened, and reporters from various regions are arriving to prepare for the meetings.
The APEC CEO Summit is scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, while the APEC Leaders' Informal Meeting will take place on Wednesday and Thursday.
To minimise disruption to residents' daily lives, authorities have encouraged flexible working hours and green travel during the summit. The metro will run at increased frequency and with extended operating hours, and all public transport will offer a 50 per cent discount.