AustCham ASEAN

Introducing the next generation of ASEAN-Australia leaders! 🌏 The ASEAN-Australia Young Leaders Forum (AAYLF) 2024 is a premier platform bringing together 50 outstanding young leaders from across our region in Ho Chi Minh City this November. Led by a team of emerging regional young leaders, AAYLF creates meaningful connections and empowers participants to tackle our region's most pressing challenges through technology and innovation. This flagship forum aims to deepen cross-cultural understanding, foster long-term partnerships, and equip emerging leaders with the knowledge and networks to strengthen ASEAN-Australia cooperation. We look forward to the innovative ideas and lasting relationships that will emerge from this important initiative! ASEAN-Australia Strategic Youth Partnership

📅 Your AustCham ASEAN Events Alert for the Week of November 4-10! 🇸🇬 November 5 – AustCham Singapore Digital Committee hosts "Discussions with Austrade Startup & Scale-Up Cohort for SG Fintech Festival." A roundtable event with sector-focused discussions on the future of the digital landscape in the financial industry. - https://lnkd.in/gV9EfWRk 🇹🇭 November 6 – The Australian-Thai Chamber of Commerce (AustCham Thailand) Members Briefing on "Sustainable Development in Business." An insightful session on integrating sustainability in architecture and mining. - https://lnkd.in/gC2X-GtQ 🇹🇭 November 6 – AustCham Thailand "November Sundowners" at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen's Park. Join for an evening of networking and connection in downtown Bangkok. - https://lnkd.in/gZwSNdpa 🇱🇦 November 6 – AustCham Lao and ECCIL EuroCham Laos host a "Joint Chamber Networking Night at IndusTek Co., Ltd’s Training Center" in Vientiane. Meet professionals across industries and explore Industek’s offerings in workplace safety. - https://lnkd.in/gV_uHZUE 🇻🇳 November 7 – Australian Chamber of Commerce Vietnam (AusCham) "November Sundowners in HCMC." Join the AusCham Vietnam community for an evening of networking, drinks, and discussions at Prime Steak Boutique & Chill. - https://lnkd.in/g263vmPA For event details and registration, please click the respective links. See you there!

📊 Just Released: ASEAN Investment Report 2024 by The ASEAN Secretariat and UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Key highlights from this comprehensive report: - FDI in ASEAN reached a record US$230B in 2023 despite global FDI declining 10% - Region maintained its position as largest FDI recipient among developing regions - Manufacturing FDI doubled during AEC Blueprint 2025 implementation - Strong growth in renewable energy and EV ecosystem investments The report forecasts promising investment outlook through 2030, projecting annual FDI flows could exceed US$300B. Want to understand ASEAN's investment landscape and opportunities? Download the full report here: https://lnkd.in/g9AQeHSX

📅 Your AustCham ASEAN Events Alert for the Week of October 28 - November 3! 🇻🇳 October 29 – Australian Chamber of Commerce Vietnam (AusCham) presents "Webinar: Unleashing Her Potential – She Rises". This inspiring webinar celebrates the achievements of women in business and explores pathways for unlocking potential in personal and professional spheres. - https://lnkd.in/gsNrU54c 🇹🇭 November 1 – The Australian-Thai Chamber of Commerce (AustCham Thailand) hosts the BevChain Logistics (Thailand) 2024 AustCham Golf Tournament. Join industry leaders for a day of golf and networking at the Phoenix Gold Golf Bangkok. - https://lnkd.in/gVH3-i4u 📅 Official ASEAN Events: - October 28-31: ASEAN Labour Ministers Meeting (28th ALMM) in Singapore. A high-level meeting to discuss regional labor policies, with potential impacts on labor regulations across ASEAN. - November 1-5: ASEAN Education Development Meeting in Thailand. This meeting focuses on enhancing educational standards and promoting collaboration in the ASEAN education sector. For event details and registration, please click the respective links. See you there! #AustChamASEAN #AustChamEvents #ASEAN

🤝 Power meeting in KL on Tuesday! Brought together AustCham ASEAN's Brendon Bangma and incoming president Caesar Loong with ASEAN-BAC Malaysia's Executive Director Jukhee Hong and VP Frauline Josephine Hor, joined by H.E. Tiffany McDonald, Australia's Ambassador to ASEAN. Productive discussions on aligning Australian business capabilities with Malaysia's upcoming ASEAN presidency priorities for 2025. The future of Australia-ASEAN business cooperation is looking bright! #ASEAN #AustraliaASEAN #BusinessCooperation #Malaysia #RegionalPartnership

📅 Your AustCham ASEAN Events Alert for the Week of October 21-27! 🇸🇬 October 22 – AustCham Singapore hosts "The Inaugural Singapore Green Dialogue." Explore opportunities for regional cooperation in driving the net-zero economy in Asia-Pacific, with keynote speaker Hon. Chris Bowen, Australia's Minister for Climate Change and Energy. - https://lnkd.in/gdCTth3N 🇮🇩 October 23 – Indonesia Australia Business Council (IABC)-CastleAsia/PT Jasa Cita Joint Business Breakfast: "Prabowo’s Indonesia: Prospects and Challenges." Gain insights on Indonesia's future from top panelists in this exclusive session. - https://lnkd.in/gtdRAi2q 🇻🇳 October 23 – Australian Chamber of Commerce Vietnam (AusCham) Vietnam hosts "Real Estate Symposium 2024: Sustainable Urban & Commercial Development." A closed-door event for key industry stakeholders, focusing on Vietnam’s property markets. - https://lnkd.in/g5DZqtvN 📅 Official ASEAN Events: - October 21-25: 18th ACCMSME Meeting in Bali, Indonesia. This meeting focuses on policies to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Southeast Asia. - October 21-25: 108th Meeting of ASEAN Coordinating Committee on Services in Jakarta, Indonesia. A key meeting for developing policies related to the services sector in ASEAN. For event details and registration, please click the respective links. See you there !#AustChamASEAN #AustChamEvents #ASEAN

Attention Australian businesses! 🚨 Our October newsletter is out now, packed with exclusive insights from the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit 2024 and must-know updates on upcoming events that could redefine the region's economic landscape. 🌏💼 Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and discover how your business can thrive in ASEAN's dynamic markets. 📈✅ Read it now and unlock success in Southeast Asia! 🔓🗝️

Tee off for a great cause at AustCham Lao's Annual Charity Golf Day in Luang Prabang! ⛳🏆 Join us for a day of friendly competition, networking, delicious food, and exciting prizes while supporting Vientiane Rescue. 🏌️♂️🤝 Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference and have a fantastic time in the UNESCO World Heritage City. Limited spots available, so register now! 🌟 Find more details and register here: https://lnkd.in/gqjRmYim

📅 Your AustCham ASEAN Events Alert for the Week of October 14-20! 🇹🇭 October 16 – The Australian-Thai Chamber of Commerce (AustCham Thailand) hosts NextGen TedX-Inspired Talks: Demystifying the Taboo – Money & Mental Health. Join the discussion with inspiring speakers as they share their personal stories on overcoming adversity. - https://lnkd.in/gKUnfH9R 🇵🇭 November 14 – Australian-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce Philippines (ANZCHAM) hosts 2025 Business Predictions, an insightful session on trends and forecasts for the upcoming year. - https://lnkd.in/gU8Pvcdt 📅 Official ASEAN Events: October 14-16: 19th Working Group on ASEAN Forum on Taxation and 16th Sub-Forum on Excise Taxation in Luang Prabang, Lao PDR. October 15-17: 33rd Meeting of the ASEAN Single Window Steering Committee in Thailand. October 16-19: 17th Meeting of the Board of Advisers to ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation in Singapore. For event details and registration, please click the respective links. See you there! #AustChamASEAN #AustChamEvents #ASEAN

What a way to cap off a momentous week! Chamber President Brendon Bangma had the opportunity to meet and discuss with the Hon. Anthony Albanese MP, the Prime Minister of Australia at the Southeast Asia Economic Strategy Breakfast in Vientiane as part of the ASEAN Business & Investment Summit. Stay tuned for more insights and reflections from the week. Here's to the growth of the Australian-ASEAN relationship!