India Chairs Asian Productivity Organization for 2025-26
India has recently taken over the chairmanship of the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) for the term 2025-26. This transition occurred during the 67th Session of the Governing Body Meeting (GBM) held in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Asian Productivity Organization Overview
The APO is an intergovernmental body established in 1961. Based in Tokyo, it focuses on enhancing productivity across the Asia-Pacific region. The organization promotes mutual cooperation and capacity building among its 21 member economies. These members include India, Japan, South Korea, and several Southeast Asian nations.
India’s Role in the APO
As a founding member, India has influenced the APO’s vision and initiatives. The country aims to drive productivity improvements through various capacity-building programs. Each year, over 100 Indian professionals engage in APO-led initiatives, enhancing productivity in industrial, service, and agricultural sectors.
Commitment to APO Vision 2030
During the GBM, India reaffirmed its dedication to advancing the APO Vision 2030. This vision focuses on sustainable development and enhanced productivity across member countries. India is also committed to expanding the Green Productivity 2.0 framework, which promotes environmentally friendly practices in productivity enhancement.
Focus on Regional Collaboration
India brought into light the importance of regional collaboration for driving digital transformation, sustainability, and innovation. The country aims to encourage entrepreneurship among member nations. Collaborative efforts are essential to address evolving productivity challenges in the Asia-Pacific region.
Capacity-Building Initiatives
The National Productivity Council (NPC) under DPIIT plays important role in implementing APO-led capacity-building initiatives. These programs focus on various sectors, including agriculture and manufacturing. Demonstration projects on Green Productivity and Industry 4.0 applications for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have been launched across India.
Governance and Decision-Making
The Governing Body of the APO is its highest decision-making authority. It meets annually to set strategic directions, approve major proposals, and review the performance of the secretariat. The 67th GBM in Jakarta is crucial for shaping future initiatives and policies of the organization.
Member Economies
The APO comprises 21 member economies, including Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Each member contributes to the collective goal of enhancing productivity. The diversity of members encourages a rich exchange of ideas and best practices.
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