ASEAN Conference 2023
Forging a Digital and Sustainable ASEAN - Towards Prosperity, Resilience and Sustainable Growth
- In commemoration of LKY100
Join us at ASEAN Conference 2023 where we will discuss the latest
drivers of key developments shaping the Southeast Asia region. Despite the impact of the pandemic and geopolitical tensions, the region is expected to register a growth of over 4% for 2023. ASEAN’S growing middle class, rapid digitalisation,
abundant natural resources, and regional integration efforts offer opportunities for investment and economic growth. Governments in the region are also taking steps to promote sustainable and inclusive growth, address challenges such as environmental
impact, income inequality and skills mismatch.
In line with the theme of “Forging a Digital and Sustainable ASEAN”, our expert speakers will offer invaluable insights into the opportunities and challenges for businesses in
the region. Topics will include how to build human capital, how businesses can position themselves for the shift in ASEAN’s global supply chain, ways to achieve balanced economic growth through digitalisation, as well as how to devise actionable
strategies to stay competitive.
Participants can also use this networking opportunity to connect with business leaders and government officials. Register now for the ASEAN Conference 2023 to unlock new business opportunities in one of
the world's fastest-growing regions.
Registration for ASEAN Conference 2023 is closed.
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PROGRAMME
Date: Thursday, 31 August 2023
Time: 9am - 2pm
Venue: Stamford Ballroom, Level 4, Raffles City Convention Centre
Time
| Programme*
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| 0800 | Registration |
| 0900 | Welcome Address
Mr LIM Ming Yan
Chairman
Singapore Business Federation |
| 0905 | Opening Keynote Mr WEE Ee Cheong
Deputy Chairman & CEO
United Overseas Bank Limited
|
| 0915 | In Conversation with Guest-of-Honour, Mr GAN Kim Yong, Minister for Trade and Industry Moderated by Mr KOK Ping Soon
Chief Executive Officer
Singapore Business Federation
|
| 1000 | MOUs Signing |
| 1010 | Networking Tea Break |
| 1030 | Plenary 1: Driving Innovation and Sustainability through Human Capital
Synopsis: In the recent decades, ASEAN has made exceptional economic and social progress, yet development gaps within its human capital continue to persist. With over 650 million in population, ASEAN demonstrated significant variation in the development
of their human capital as some countries have made substantial progress while others experienced challenges. To bridge these gaps, the building of ASEAN human capital index is essential for identifying areas of improvement as well
as tracking process.
With the continuous impact of technological innovation and recent covid-19 pandemic, it has never been timelier for businesses to start shifting their focus to invest on human capital, in order to forge
a sustainable economy growth and greater social equity in the future.
This panel aims to discuss the ASEAN human capital landscape in order to maximize both productivity and efficiency on the workforce. Ultimately, by
concentrating on enhancing human capital development, more inclusive and sustainable economies can be established.
Moderator:
Mr TAY Woon Teck
Partner, Head of Private Client Services
RSM
Singapore
Panellists (in alphabetical order of surname):
Ms Betul GENC
SVP & Head of ASEAN
Adecco Mr Frank KOO
Head of Asia, Talent and Learning Solutions
Linkedin Mr Ian WONG
Managing Director, Group International Management
United Overseas Bank Limited
Dr Robert YAP
Executive Chairman, YCH Group Pte Ltd
President, Singapore National Employers Federation
Chairman, ASEAN Business Advisory Council Singapore
President, ASEAN Confederation of Employers |
| 1115 | Plenary 2: Positioning for the Shift in ASEAN's Global Supply Chain Synopsis: ASEAN, with its rich natural resources and home to more than 600 million population, coupled with its trade and manufacturing capabilities, is set to become the world's fourth largest economy by 2030.
Though ASEAN was impacted
by the pandemic, the black swan event has also demonstrated how resilient global supply chains can be, with manufacturing production bouncing back quickly after lockdowns were eased. This was particularly true in ASEAN, where trade
was about 30% above pre-pandemic levels by 2022, despite China’s earlier lockdowns and ongoing geopolitical tensions. At a time when trade headwinds are still prevalent, the commercial benefits for companies operating in a large
prosperous economic region like ASEAN are more relevant than ever.
This panel seeks to discuss what are the emerging shifts and trade patterns that ASEAN is seeing, formation of new trade corridors and how businesses should
position for the road ahead to seize opportunities in the region, while integrating sustainability, digitalisation and innovation in their supply chain business model.
Moderator: Ms Kala ANANDARAJAH
Head, Competition & Antitrust and Trade
Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP
Panellists (in alphabetical order of surname):
Mr Willy KOH
CEO
Racer Technology Ms Michelle SHI
Chief of Supply Chain
Dyson Ms SO Lay Hua
Managing Director, and Head of Group Transaction Banking
United Overseas Bank Limited
Ms Gloria WU
CEO
Commodities Intelligence Centre
|
| 1200 | Plenary 3: ASEAN’s Road to Sustainable Digitalisation – Balancing the Odds Synopsis:
In Southeast Asia, the digital economy is forecasted to hit USD 300 billion by 2025. To harness the potential of digitalisation for the benefit of businesses and
consumers, ASEAN has developed the ASEAN Digital Integration Framework and its Action Plan (DIFAP) and the Bandar Seri Begawan Roadmap to guide the member states in their digital integration journey. Negotiations on the ASEAN Digital
Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) aim to deepen existing cooperation and improve the interoperability of digital systems like the ASEAN Single Window and digital payments.
It is crucial to address the potential negative
consequences of digitalisation while leveraging its benefits to drive sustainable development. Striking a balance between digitalisation and sustainability requires a holistic approach to ensure inclusive and sustainable growth for
the region.
This panel will discuss ways to leverage technologies to generate advantages for the ASEAN economy and businesses, while delivering sustainable impact to the society and environment.
Moderator:
Mr
WONG Wai Meng
Chief Executive Officer (Data Centres)
Keppel Data Centres and Networks Division
Chairman of SGTech and Chair of SBF Digitalisation Committee
Panellists (in alphabetical order of surname):
Mr Gavin CHUA
Head of Stakeholder Engagement, APAC
Meta Mr QUEK Siu Rui
CEO and Co-founder
Carousell Group
Ms Grace SAI
Co-Founder and CEO
Unravel Carbon Mr Kevin WALSH
Senior Vice President
Oracle |
| 1245 | Networking Luncheon
|
| 1400 | End |
* Programme is subject to change.
