WATCH: Asia-Pacific leaders walk the red carpet

MANILA, Philippines — Leaders of member economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation on Wednesday were officially welcomed by host President Benigno Aquino III at the Philippine International Convention Center.

The 20 economic leaders arrived one by one since Sunday for the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Manila.

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While walking the red carpet, Aquino chatted with Chilean President Michelle Bachelet, who is in the country for a state visit. — Camille Diola with RP Ocampo