On 15 May 2017, APEC economy representatives met in Hanoi for a High-Level Policy Dialogue on cooperation concerning the future of work, labor-market policies, skills and social protection. The Framework on Human Resources Development in the Digital Age offered a shared direction for addressing technological change.
The discussion highlights problem-solving, creativity and STEM skills, alongside retraining for workers affected by automation. Workforce planning should align changing roles with capability development, covering technical skills and collaboration.