Fernandez: Administration looking to complete IPEF, APEP this year

The Biden administration is aiming to complete its two flagship regional initiatives – the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework and the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity – this year, Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy and the Environment Jose Fernandez said on Tuesday, while also acknowledging that APEP was “a little bit behind.” Fernandez, speaking at the Center for Strategic and International Studies , noted that he has been tapped to “lead a big chunk” of APEP within the State...