APEC and India India tried for membership in APEC. It was initially supported by United States, Japan Australia but was denied later. India would have been had an undue advantage in trade if it is a member of APEC. Reasons :o Decision was made not to admit more members until 2010 till Bogor goals are accomplished.o India does not border the Pacific Ocean, which all current members doo There is a concern among Western countries that Indias entry might tilt the balance of power shifts in favour of India.