When will APEC 2027 take place?
The question “When will APEC 2027 take place?” is of great interest as Vietnam has been selected to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in 2027. According to the expected plan, APEC 2027 is expected to be held in November 2027 in Phu Quoc, lasting about 7 days with a series of consecutive high-level activities.
The weather in November in Phu Quoc is dry and sunny – ideal conditions for welcoming high-level delegations and thousands of international delegates.
The choice of November – a time with favorable weather conditions, stable tourism infrastructure, and alignment with the international foreign affairs schedule – is considered optimal for organizing and hosting high-level delegations and thousands of international delegates. November 2027 will therefore become a special milestone, marking Phu Quoc entering the spotlight of the Asia-Pacific region.
Scale and Main Activities of APEC 2027
APEC 2027 in Phu Quoc is expected to be one of the major foreign affairs – economic events in Vietnam. The event will gather approximately 10,000 – 12,000 delegates, including high-level leaders from 21 APEC member economies, who are heads of state or government leaders of major countries such as Russia, China, Japan, along with ministers, senior officials, and representatives of international organizations.
APEC project cluster is being constructed at "lightning speed". (Source: Sun Group)
Besides that, there will be the participation of about 2,000 leading global businesses, corporations with significant influence on global supply chains, investment, and trade, along with nearly 3,000 domestic and international journalists. This demonstrates the wide reach and significant media appeal of APEC 2027.
Within the framework of the event in November 2027, Phu Quoc will be the venue for many key conferences such as the APEC Ministerial Meeting on Foreign Affairs – Economics (AMM), the APEC CEO Summit, and the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting (AELM). Concurrently, there will be bilateral meetings, closing and handover ceremonies, along with a series of side events such as gala dinners, the ABAC forum, public-private dialogues, APEC exhibitions, APEC Park 2027, cultural and sports activities, and programs for leaders' spouses.
APEC 2027 – A turning point to put Phu Quoc on the international map
Hosting APEC 2027 is considered a strategic turning point for Phu Quoc, not only in terms of image but also for long-term development orientation. From a famous resort destination, the "Pearl Island" is expected to become Vietnam's center for international experiences, conferences, and events in the Asia-Pacific region.
APEC 2027 marks an important step for Vietnam on the diplomatic – economic map of the Asia – Pacific region. (Source: Sun Group)
Phu Quoc possesses a rare natural foundation with blue seas and a stable tropical climate year-round, combined with a system of high-class resorts, entertainment – shopping complexes, and increasingly complete tourism infrastructure. Not stopping at leisure tourism, this locality is being oriented towards strong development in the MICE sector, with 5–6 star hotels possessing large conference spaces, beachfront event halls, and international standard services.
Plan to expand Phu Quoc Airport helps increase international connectivity, serving high-level leader delegations during APEC 2027. (Source: Sun Group)
A key highlight in the preparation process for APEC 2027 is the plan to upgrade and expand Phu Quoc Airport, aiming to increase international connectivity, serve high-level leader delegations and a large number of guests during the event. Once the infrastructure is completed, Phu Quoc will not only meet the requirements of APEC 2027 but also be ready for future major diplomatic-economic events.
APEC 2027, taking place in November 2027, therefore is not just an international conference week, but also a milestone for Phu Quoc to strongly develop, becoming a new symbol for Vietnam's organizational capacity, development vision, and integration position on the regional and global map.
