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World Leaders Converge on Gyeongju Amid Tight Security for APEC Summit

World leaders have started arriving in South Korea's historic city of Gyeongju for the APEC summit. Security has been heightened to the highest level across the city, with police mobilizing their entire force. Most leaders are arriving through Busan's Gimhae International Airport before traveling to Gyeongju in motorcades. The summit brings together leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region for crucial economic discussions.

Key Points: APEC Summit Begins as World Leaders Arrive in South Korea

  • World leaders arriving through Busan's Gimhae Airport for APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting
  • Maximum security with anti-drone systems and armored vehicles deployed
  • US President Trump holding bilateral summit with South Korea's Lee Jae Myung
  • Leaders from 20+ nations including China, Russia, Japan attending summit
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South Korea: World leaders, delegates begin arriving in Gyeongju ahead of APEC summit

World leaders including Trump and Xi arrive in Gyeongju for APEC summit under maximum security with anti-drone systems and 100% police mobilization.

"Police have activated the top Gapho security alert, which calls for mobilising 100 per cent of the police force - Security Officials"

Gyeongju (South Korea), Oct 28

World leaders and delegations from participating countries began arriving on Tuesday in South Korea's southeastern city Gyeongju for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, just three days ahead of the gathering.

Security has been heightened to the strongest level across the city to ensure the safety of the delegates, especially around the Bomun Tourist Complex, where the summit will be held and many leaders will be staying.

Most state leaders and delegations will arrive through Gimhae International Airport in the southeastern port city of Busan and travel to Gyeongju in motorcades to attend the gathering, government officials said.

The President of Peru and delegates from Taiwan were scheduled to arrive Tuesday afternoon, while those from New Zealand, Russia, Hong Kong, Australia, Thailand, Canada, and Vietnam will arrive on Wednesday, Yonhap news agency reported.

US President Donald Trump will also arrive at Gimhae International Airport on Wednesday before heading to Gyeongju for a bilateral summit with his South Korean counterpart Lee Jae Myung.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and the leaders from Singapore, Papua New Guinea, Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines, Chile, Malaysia, and Brunei will arrive on Thursday, the eve of the main APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates is also expected to visit Gyeongju, though the Arab nation is not a member of APEC.

Most of the world leaders are expected to return home between Saturday and Sunday after the summit.

Across North Gyeongsang Province, home to Gyeongju, police have activated the top Gapho security alert, which calls for mobilising 100 per cent of the police force.

Police officers on motorcycles and in patrol cars were seen inspecting the area and checking the motorcade routes around the Bomun Tourist Complex earlier in the day.

On Saturday, the day of the summit, police plan to deploy anti-drone systems, helicopters and armoured vehicles to seal off the entire area.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Notice how Taiwan is mentioned separately from China in the arrivals list. These diplomatic protocols are always so carefully managed at international summits. The security arrangements seem quite impressive though!
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Arjun K
Wish India had more prominent representation at APEC. We're such a major economy in the region but still not a formal member. These summits are crucial for trade partnerships and economic cooperation. Hope we're at least sending a strong delegation!
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Sarah B
The security measures sound extreme but necessary given the number of world leaders gathering. Makes me wonder if we could learn something for our own major events in India. The 100% police mobilization is quite something!
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Vikram M
Good to see UAE's Crown Prince attending even though they're not APEC members. Shows how these summits have become broader platforms for international engagement. Hope there are productive discussions on trade and economic recovery post-pandemic.
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Kavya N
While the security is impressive, I hope the local residents aren't too inconvenienced. In India, we've seen how such high-profile events can disrupt daily life for common people. Balance is important! 🤔
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Michael C
The motorcade arrangements and airport logistics sound like a massive coordination effort. South Korea's efficiency in hosting such events is commendable. Looking forward to

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