Global Journalists & Political Analysts

With the 2026 APEC Summit approaching, we are expanding our global network of journalists, political analysts, and frontline correspondents to deliver in-depth, diverse, and nuanced exclusive reporting.

Area 1: Political Commentators and Geopolitical Analysts

Core Focus: U.S. politics and foreign policy toward APEC/the global economy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write high-level analytical commentary examining major U.S. political positions (e.g., perspectives from U.S. media outlets such as Fox News, mainstream think tanks, and Congress's policy demands and considerations regarding APEC).

• Analyze the strategic agendas, policy priorities, and potential dynamics among APEC member economies.

Qualifications:

• Strong background in international relations, political science, or senior-level political journalism.

• Deep understanding of U.S. foreign policy, Indo-Pacific diplomacy, and regional trade agreements.

Area 2: Frontline Journalists/Correspondents in APEC Member Economies

Core Focus: On-the-ground experience, local perspectives, and genuine impressions of participation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report on how APEC member economies (e.g., Southeast Asia, Latin America, or Pacific Rim countries) view the summit, their expectations, and their actual experience of attending.

• Interview local business leaders, diplomats, and delegates to capture the most authentic regional voices and reactions.

Qualifications:

• Based in an APEC member economy or equipped to conduct frontline reporting locally.

• Experience covering international summits, bilateral meetings, or regional trade forums.

• Strong local networks and the ability to cultivate exclusive sources.

Area 3: Investigative Journalists (Specialized In-Depth Investigations)

Core Focus: In-depth research and sustained follow-up on specific events/issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct rigorous desk research and field investigations on specific policy issues, supply chain evolution, digital economy governance, or cross-border capital flows.

• Track developments over time, verify facts, and produce in-depth investigative series grounded in solid evidence.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in investigative or data-driven reporting (published work samples required).

• Excellent interviewing skills, open-source intelligence (OSINT) research, and document analysis capabilities.

• Ability to uphold professional ethics and handle sensitive sources with care and discretion.

Skills

• 3+ years of professional journalism or analytical writing experience (published portfolio required).

• Excellent written communication skills; proficiency in member economy languages (e.g., Spanish, Indonesian) is a plus.

• Strong sense of timeliness and the ability to work independently and deliver high-quality results across time zones.