LEGAZPI CITY, Nov. 26 (PIA) – Media registration is now open for the APEC Informal Senior Officials’ Meeting (ISOM), to be hosted in Legazpi City, Albay, Philippines, from December 8-9, 2014.
The APEC ISOM will mark the inaugural gathering of member economies in conjunction with the Philippines’ role as APEC Chair in 2015—the first time the archipelago, a founding APEC economy, will chair in 19 years.
The APEC economies form an integral network of members committed to supporting sustainable economic growth and accelerating regional development. As such, the Philippines seeks to facilitate realistic dialogue toward a more inclusive economic environment in the Asia-Pacific region.
Emphasis will be made on the following priorities: investing in human capital development; fostering SMEs’ participation in regional and global economy; building sustainable and resilient communities; and enhancing the regional economic integration agenda. During ISOM, leaders will discuss specific topics within these priorities, with the twin aims of strengthening individual economies and promoting regional collaboration.
Deadline for online media registration is set on December 2, 2014
All media representatives wishing to cover APEC ISOM should register online at http://reg.apec2015.ph/media. The information provided should be accurate and complete. Please note that accreditation is subject to further clearance.
ID badges will be issued to accredited media representatives, and must be worn to be allowed access to media facilities, services, and specified events.
For further information, please send an email to mediaregistration@apec2015.ph. Inquiries related to broadcast equipment may be directed to broadcastmedia@apec2015.ph.
For Passport and Visa requirements, all foreign / visiting journalists are required to possess a valid passport with a temporary visitor’s visa. Upon receiving registration confirmation online, representatives can apply for a temporary visitor’s visa at their economy’s respective Philippine Embassy.
The following must be submitted upon application of a temporary visitor’s visa:
A. Passport
B. APEC Accreditation Confirmation Letter
C. Letter of Assignment
Key media events:
Time Media event
TBA APEC ISOM opening remarks
TBA APEC ISOM family photo
TBA APEC ISOM news conference
Related information about photo and/or media opportunities will be sent in a separate advisory. The above program reflects current information and may be modified.
Media Center location:
The Spa, The Oriental Legazpi
Note on media access:
All media representatives must be accredited before they are allowed access to the meeting venue and facilities. Further details such as the schedule of events and list of speakers will be announced in a separate press release. Please note that not all activities will be open for media access.
Dress code:
Smart casual
Media transportation:
Media representatives who have their respective accreditation badges or printed APEC Accreditation Confirmation Letters may use the free shuttle service.
For inquiries and other concerns on accreditation and coverage arrangements, please contact: mediasupport@apec2015.ph.
Further details about APEC’s priorities and initiatives, as well as the 2015 calendar, will be uploaded on www.apec2015.ph. (PCOO-MARO/PIA5