In this episode, Luis Alberto Pino sits down with Carlos Kuriyama, Director of the Policy Support Unit at the APEC Secretariat. Having been based in Singapore for nearly two decades, Carlos brings a uniquely grounded Asia‑Pacific perspective shaped by both regional policymaking and deep familiarity with Latin American economic realities. Drawing on his experience as a former chief negotiator for Peru and a leading trade policy expert, the conversation explores APEC’s role in advancing evidence‑based policy, the evolving dynamics of Asia–Latin America trade and investment, and the opportunities and challenges ahead for inclusive and sustainable growth across both regions.