This policy brief examines structural barriers within Indonesia's financial ecosystem which restrict the access of women-led MSMEs to formal financing.
June 30, 2026
Transforming Asia Pacific Through Inclusive Entrepreneurship and Innovation
APEC-Canada
Growing Business Partnership
Transforming Asia Pacific Through Inclusive Entrepreneurship and Innovation
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Providing updates on developments in research, mentorship success stories, and upcoming projects.
The APEC-Canada Growing Business Partnership (ACGBP) is an initiative funded by the Government of Canada and implemented by Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada), in partnership with local organizations in Indon…
This policy brief analyzes Philippine cultural MSME realities, institutional coordination, and national policy frameworks governing MSME development, gender equality, innovation, digitalization, and cultural and IP prote…
June 22, 2026
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In 2025, the project supported 240 policy actors and 234 MSMEs through workshops and training that promote gender-responsive and inclusive MSME development. Our activities are implemented in the following APEC economies:
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Facilitating dialogue between MSME leaders, entrepreneurs, mentors, and policy-makers in Canada and the APEC region.
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