AP Greens

The Asia Pacific Greens Network (APGN) is a federation of national Green parties, social and environmental organizations from countries across Asia and Oceania.

The APGN is a member of the Global Greens and occupies three seats on the 12-member Global Greens Coordination (GCC). The current APGN representatives are Keli YEN (Taiwan Green Party), Margaret BLAKERS (Australian Greens), Liaquat Ali SHAIKH (Pakistan Green Party).

2000: The concept of an APGN emerges following the Asia Pacifc Greens Politics Workshop held in Brisbane, Australia.

2005: The 1st APGN Congress was held in Kyoto, Japan to formally establish the network and the basic operational protocols. Congress outcomes include:

• Establishment of simple rules of operation, a Membership Panel and membership accreditation mechanism, and adoption of resolutions.
• Formal membership to the Global Greens Coordination.
• Affirmation of commitment to the Global Greens Charter and work towards its implementation.
• Establishment of means of participating more fully in the Global Greens' organizational and political activities.
• Facilitation of information exchange and networking between APGN members.  

2010: The 2nd APGN Congress was held in Taipei, Taiwan.  The meeting achieved organisational restructuring, a climate change forum featuring renowned public figures, and participatory political discussions leading to seventheen resolutions.