Asialink Briefing: Trade and Investment with Southeast Asia
28 July 2023: Over 100 key figures gathered to reflect on Australia’s economic engagement with Southeast Asia. In an invite-only event, Asialink Business hosted a gathering to dissect and discuss the prospects of trade and investment with Southeast Asia. The highlight was a fireside chat with Mr. Nicholas Moore AO, Special Envoy for Southeast Asia, led by Asialink Business CEO Leigh Howard. Mr. Moore offered valuable updates on the government's Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 and shared insights garnered from his comprehensive consultations within Australia and across the region.
Here are our three key takeaways:
1. Strategic economic vision: The Australian Government's Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 was brought to the forefront, emphasizing its significance for future economic collaborations.
2. Insightful consultations: Mr. Moore provided a synthesis of his observations from his extensive regional consultations, shedding light on how Australia and its businesses are positioned to leverage opportunities in Southeast Asia.
3. Community Engagement: The event underscored the high level of interest and engagement from the business, government, and industry sectors, showcasing a united front in advancing Australia's economic potential with Southeast Asia.
The Asia Business Briefing event was a resounding affirmation of the interest and readiness among Australia's business and government sectors to deepen economic ties with Southeast Asia. The discussions and interactions at this briefing celebrated past successes and set the tone for a future where Australia is adeptly equipped to navigate and capitalize on the vast opportunities in the Southeast Asian region.