Today’s Events

APEC Business Advisory Council conference

» Where: Sheraton Waikiki Hotel and The Royal Hawaiian

» Highlights: Fourth meeting of 2011 for the private-sector body that presents recommendations to APEC leaders and advises APEC officials on business sector priorities and concerns. Continues Thursday.

» For more info: www.abaconline.org

APEC concluding senior officials’ meeting

» Where: Hawai’i Convention Center

» Highlights: Second day of meetings of senior officials in advance of the APEC ministerial meetings. Senior officials help organize and guide the upcoming APEC ministers’ and economic leaders’ meetings.

Asia-Pacific Business Symposium

» Where: Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

» Highlights: Hawaii business, government and community leaders meet with international business leaders to discuss topics including overseas investment, green growth strategies and regional energy challenges. Continues Thursday.

» For more info: www.APBSymposium.com

APEC finance deputies’ meeting

» Where: Hawai’i Convention Center

» Highlights: Deputy finance ministers from the APEC members will meet in advance of Thursday’s finance ministerial meeting.

Moana Nui: Pacific Peoples, Lands and Economies

» Where: Various Oahu locations, including Church of the Crossroads, Calvary by the Sea Church and the University of Hawaii at Manoa

» Highlights: Intended to overlap — and provide another perspective than — the APEC summit, this three-day international forum will focus on the effects of globalization on Pacific islands and promote protection of native cultural property rights and natural resources for Pacific islanders. Continues Thursday and Friday.

» For more info: moananui2011.org