The Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum
The APPF is a forum of national parliamentarians who meet annually to identify and discuss matters of common interest.
The Forum creates connections between parliamentarians in the region and is intended to deepen attendees’ understanding of the policy concerns, interests and experiences of the countries in the region.
Guiding Principles of the APPF
Commitment to frank and constructive dialogue
Equal respect for the views of all participants
Recognition of the roles performed by governments, business communities, labour organisations, research institutes and others
The Australian Parliament appoints a delegation to participate in the annual Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum.
This website serves as a resource for all members of the APPF community and also includes a document library containing all resolutions considered by members since the inception of the forum.
Tony Smith MP, former President of the APPF, participating at APPF28 in Canberra, Australia (January 2020).
