A region encompassing East Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Oceania, the Asia-Pacific (APAC) is a term used to describe the part of the world in or near the Western Pacific Ocean. This region is significant due to its large population, growing economies, and increasing influence in global markets. Companies often focus on this region for expansion and marketing strategies because of its potential for growth and development.
Countries in APAC
The specific countries included in APAC can vary depending on the context, but generally, it includes the following:
- East Asia: China, Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, Mongolia, North Korea, South Korea, Taiwan
- Southeast Asia: Brunei, Cambodia, East Timor, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar (Burma), Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam
- South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
- Oceania: Australia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, New Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
Significance of APAC
APAC is a diverse area encompassing many countries, cultures, and economic systems. Its large population and growing economies make it a key region for global markets.
WSOP APAC
The World Series of Poker Asia Pacific (WSOP APAC) is the third expansion of the World Series of Poker-branded poker tournaments outside the United States. Since 1970 participants have had to travel to Las Vegas, Nevada to compete in the World Series of Poker (WSOP). Although the WSOP started holding circuit events in 2005 in other states, the main tournaments, which awarded bracelets to the winners, were exclusively held in Las Vegas. In 2007 the inaugural World Series of Poker Europe marked the first time that a WSOP bracelet was awarded outside Las Vegas. The WSOP further expanded to Africa in 2010 and 2012 however these events did not award any bracelets. The WSOP Europe and WSOP Asia Pacific rotate annually, with WSOP APAC being held in even-numbered years and WSOPE in odd-numbered years. Therefore, the WSOP Asia Pacific was held in 2014 while the next WSOP Europe event was in 2015.
