Fundamental Global Principle:  APF recognises the role of global reach and understanding in foresight work, and therefore, wants to reflect that in its operational model. Further, that all activities in the APF stem from the intention and championship of individual members.

Global principle #2 - APF operations need to be made as equal in cost, time, in use of providers, partnering and time zone pain as possible

Global principle #3 - APF's knowledge management should aim to ensure that all members can benefit from all activities in some way even if members have not been able to attend the meetings in person

Global principle #4 -APF respects the history of ideas that charts the growth of professional foresight globally. APF acknowledges, and is interested in the variations in the field and in incorporating the differences and harmonising around the commonalities.