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2025

26th - 27th August

Adelaide Convention Centre

Australia ASEAN Business Forum

Incorporating RCEP

An event to connect, trade, transact and develop relationships between ASEAN and RCEP Countries

The upcoming Australia-ASEAN Business Forum marks a significant milestone, incorporating RCEP (Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership) with 5 additional countries namely Australia, New Zealand, China, Japan, Korea. This extends the diplomatic ties between Australia and the ASEAN member states and delivering Australia’s Southeast Asian Economic Strategy for 2040.

Following the success of the 2024 forum, this year’s agenda will focus on fostering collaboration, investment, and innovation in key sectors critical to sustainable growth. Discussions will explore:

  • Renewable Energy & the Green Economy
  • Digital Transformation & Artificial Intelligence
  • Agriculture & Food Security
  • Human Capital & Skills Development
  • Trade & Investment
  • Empowerment of SMEs & MSMEs

A highlight of this year’s Forum is the Industry Roundtable Forums and Exhibitions, offering a dedicated space for sector-specific engagement and partnerships.

  • Day 1 – Business Forum & Exhibition
  • Day 2 – Business Forum, Exhibition & Gala Dinner

Introducing the Speakers for the 2025 Australia-ASEAN

Business Forum incorporating RCEP

H.E. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn

Secretary-General ASEAN

H.E. Ms Tiffany McDonald

Australia’s Ambassador to ASEAN, Australia

Mr. Bran Black

CEO, Business Council of Australia, Australia

Ms. Shinta Kamdani

CEO, Sintesa Group, Indonesia

Mr. Kevin Gallagher

CEO, Santos Ltd, Australia

Mr. Kok Ping Soon

CEO, Singapore Business Federation, Singapore

Mr. Andrew McKellar

CEO, Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Australia

Ms. Somruedee Chaimongkol

Former CEO, Banpu Public Company Limited, Thailand

Mr. Eric Francia

President/CEO, ACEN Corporation, Philippines

Ms. Omi Dang

Chairlady-TTC Agris, Vietnam

About Us

The Australia-ASEAN Business Forum is a premier platform connecting business leaders, policymakers, and innovators from across Australia and Southeast Asia.

Founded in 2014 by Mr Francis Wong OAM, OSJ, who serves as Chairman - our mission is to strengthen private sectors economic ties, foster cross-border collaboration, and promote emerging opportunities in trade, investment, and innovation across the region.

The Forum is also committed to supporting the Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy 2040, aligning its mission with long-term goals for regional growth, sustainability, and shared prosperity.

2025 Tickets

Book tickets for the Australia ASEAN Business Forum, Exhibition and Gala Dinner. Early Bird Tickets are available.

2025 Program

Download the latest Australia-ASEAN Business Forum program with keynote speaker times, event details and more.

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