Champions for ASEAN's Economic Future

Uniting leaders to drive economic growth and collaboration in Southeast Asia.

Advancing public-private collaboration for ASEAN’s economic future.

The Champions for ASEAN's Economic Future (CAEF) is the World Economic Forum’s community that brings together public and private sector leaders from Southeast Asia and neighbouring regions.

It provides a trusted space for dialogue and exchange of ideas, aiming to advance public-private collaboration to support growth and development in ASEAN and the broader Asia-Pacific region.

Our focus areas

CAEF brings leaders together to exchange ideas and advance collaboration on the regional key economic priorities, including regional growth, digital transformation and sustainable development.

Advancing shared priorities

Convening leaders to identify common priorities and strengthen public-private collaboration across the region.

Fostering regional integration

Connecting stakeholders to enhance economic connectivity and cooperation across ASEAN and the broader Asia-Pacific.

Driving sustainable development

To promote strategies that align with sustainable growth, focusing on digital transformation, green energy transition, and workforce readiness.

A community of the Centre for Regions, Trade and Geopolitics

Helping stakeholders navigate geopolitical shifts and drive economic reforms.

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Join us in advancing public-private collaboration for ASEAN’s economic future.

Champions for ASEAN's Economic Future

A World Economic Forum Initiative

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