About ASC

Background

APEC Study Centers (ASCs) were established in 1993 as part of the APEC Leaders' Education Initiative. APEC Study Center (ASC) in Taipei was officially launched in 1997. The ASC is located in the Taiwan Institute of Economic Research (TIER). It coordinates work related to APEC in the area of research, education, training, and outreach. The Center also engages the private sector in the APEC process.

The Organization of the Center

Under the leadership of Dr. Chang, Chien-Yi, Executive Director of ASC, a team of researchers and administrative assistants performs APEC-related research, analyses and administrative duties.