PROGRAMME

In the face of rising economic uncertainty, shifting supply chains, and increasing protectionism, the need for business resilience has never been more urgent. Asia, as the epicenter of global trade, must navigate both significant challenges and develop untapped opportunities to ensure sustainable growth.

As Asia stands at the crossroads of global trade realignments, economic volatility, and digital disruption, businesses must move beyond short-term survival and build enduring resilience. This plenary session brings together leading voices from industry and policy to explore how companies across Asia can thrive amid uncertainty by rethinking supply chains, leveraging regional trade frameworks, embracing sustainability, and embedding agility into their operations. Attendees will gain strategic insights, hear real-world case studies, and walk away with actionable frameworks for navigating risk, seizing new market opportunities, and future-proofing their businesses in a rapidly shifting global landscape.

Business Leaders
Mr Chartsiri Sophonpanich, President, Bangkok Bank
Mr Kasemsit Pathomsak, Vice Chairman, Board of Trade of Thailand
Professor Frederick Ma Si-Hang, Chairman, Hong Kong Trade Development Council
Ms Yong Hsin Yue, Managing Director, Kuok (Singapore) Limited; Vice Chairman, Singapore Business Federation

Moderator
Mr Kok Ping Soon, Chief Executive Officer, Singapore Business Federation

As global trade dynamics evolve and economic uncertainty intensifies, regional partnerships are becoming increasingly vital for sustaining growth, fostering innovation, and building collective resilience. In this keynote address, a senior representative from Indorama Ventures will offer industry insights on advancing regional trade integration, enabling sustainable and digital trade, and strengthening Asia’s competitiveness through collaboration and innovation.

Drawing on Indorama Ventures’ deep experience in cross-border investment, circular economy initiatives, and industrial transformation, the speaker will share perspectives on how regional collaboration can support sustainable growth and enhance supply chain resilience. The keynote will explore opportunities in emerging sectors such as green manufacturing, advanced logistics, and climate-aligned industrial development.

Illustrative examples—including contributions to the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), global recycling initiatives, and partnerships across ASEAN—will showcase how public-private collaboration can support future-ready, inclusive growth in Asia.

Attendees will gain valuable insights into Thailand’s role in driving sustainable trade and investment, and how regional cooperation can navigate challenges and unlock new opportunities in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Special-Guest-Speaker
Mr Aloke Lohia, Founder and CEO, Indorama Ventures

Moderator:
Ms Ang Shih-Huei, CEO and Co-Founder, H/Advisors Klareco​

As the regional economy continues to grow, the imperative to align development with sustainability has become more urgent than ever. This breakout session will explore how green financing, renewable energy, and sustainable practices are not only addressing climate challenges but also unlocking new pathways for economic growth.

Panellists will delve into innovative financial instruments, such as green bonds, ESG-focused investments, and climate financing mechanisms, that are accelerating the region’s transition to a low-carbon future. The discussion will also spotlight advancements in renewable energy, clean mobility, and circular economy models, with a strong emphasis on the role of public-private partnerships in scaling green solutions.

Participants will gain actionable insights into how countries like Thailand, Singapore, and others in the region are championing green finance and clean energy innovation. Through regional collaboration and policy alignment, the region is setting new benchmarks for sustainable development and shaping a future-ready ASEAN that is both resilient and climate-conscious.

Panellists
Mr Ho Ren Hua, CEO, Thai Wah Group
Mr Yew Heng Lim, Group Managing Director, Public Affairs, Grab

Moderator
Dr Charika Channuntapipat, Research Fellow, Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI), Thailand

In an era of escalating geopolitical tensions and global uncertainty, futureproofing has become essential for businesses seeking to thrive. Across Asia, companies are leveraging innovation, digitalisation, and regional collaboration to strengthen resilience and unlock new growth opportunities. This session will explore how business leaders and policymakers can navigate the complexities of geopolitical risks while harnessing digital transformation and fostering innovation ecosystems to drive agile, sustainable growth. With a focus on smart infrastructure and cross-border collaboration, the discussion will highlight how businesses can adapt to shifting global dynamics and position themselves for long-term success, despite the volatility in global markets and trade.

Panellists
Mr Lee Chun Seng, Deputy CEO & Chief Commercial Officer, LCB Group
Mr Leonard Roberts, General Manager, PIL Thailand
Mr Richard Maloney, CEO, UOB Thailand
Mr Gerry Mattios, Partner, Bain & Company Singapore

Moderator
Ms Elizabeth Chelliah, Regional Trade Advisor, Centre for the Future of Trade & Investment (CFOTI), Singapore Business Federation

Discover key insights into Thailand’s economic priorities, emerging sectors, and a wide array of investment opportunities and incentives, as the country strengthens its role in the regional value chain. Strategically located at the heart of Southeast Asia, Thailand serves as a vital gateway to regional markets and is rapidly positioning itself as a hub for innovation, advanced manufacturing, and sustainable industries.

This session will explore Thailand’s evolving business ecosystem, with a focus on high-growth sectors, government support schemes, and the country’s long-term economic vision. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how Thailand’s forward-looking policies, robust infrastructure, and competitive advantages are attracting global investors and enabling business expansion across diverse industries, from digital technology and electric vehicles to green and high-value sectors.

Speaker
Khun Narit Therdsteerasukdi, Secretary General, Thailand Board of Investment