[The 32nd APEC Small and Medium Enterprises Ministerial Meeting was held today] On September 4, the 32nd APEC Small and Medium Enterprises Ministerial Meeting was held in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province. The APEC Ministerial Meeting on Small and Medium Enterprises assumes the important function of clarifying the direction for the development of small and medium-sized enterprises in the Asia-Pacific region, building consensus, and promoting practical cooperation. It is an important platform for APEC to promote inclusive growth, innovative development, and regional economic integration. The 21st China International Small and Medium Enterprises Expo will also be held during the conference. It is expected that more than 500 high-quality overseas companies from more than 40 countries (regions) and international organizations will participate in the exhibition.