Does Asia-Pacific Ever Include Countries in the Americas?

💡 The Answer

• Yes, in a wider context, Pacific-adjoining countries in the Americas are included.
• The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) includes five New World economies.
• Examples include the United States, Canada, Mexico, Peru, and Chile.
• This shows the region's boundaries are flexible and context-dependent.
• It surprises many who assume APAC covers only Asia and Oceania.