​In support of Malaysia’s 2025 ASEAN Chairmanship and Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, the Canada-ASEAN Business Council (CABC) is proud to host its flagship Canada-ASEAN Business Forum 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia!
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This flagship event serves as a premier platform to foster dialogue, collaboration, and partnerships between Canadian and ASEAN leaders in business and government. It aims to deepen connections across sectors critical to Canada-ASEAN trade and investment, including investments, energy transition, agriculture, digital economy, and infrastructure.
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The Forum will focus on advancing Canada-ASEAN economic engagement and integration, particularly in support of Malaysia’s pivotal role as ASEAN Chair under the theme of “Inclusivity and Sustainability”.
OBJECTIVES
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Advance economic integration and trade connectivity between Canada and ASEAN: Support the ongoing trade negotiations for an ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement (ACAFTA).
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Promote dialogue and identify priority areas for collaboration: Provide a platform to discuss pressing issues and opportunities in Canada-ASEAN economic corridors.
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Showcase opportunities and foster partnerships: Educate senior leaders of opportunities for deeper economic integration and highlight Canada’s value as a trusted partner.
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Facilitate senior-level networking: Enable impactful interactions between top government and business decision-makers in Canada and ASEAN.
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Strengthen CABC community: Deliver value and opportunities to CABC members through curated content and exclusive access to industry insights.
AGENDA
15:00 - 17:30
17:30 - 19:00
19:00 - 21:00
8:00 - 9:00
9:15 -9:20
9:20 - 9:30
9:30 - 10:45
10:45 - 11:15
11:15 - 12:30
12:30 - 13:30
13:30 - 14:45
14:45 - 15:30
15:30 - 16:00
16:00 - 17:15
17:15 - 17:30
17:30 - 20:00
Wednesday, September 24th
Pre-Forum Session
Forum Opening
Invest in ASEAN: Canada’s Strategic Link to the Indo-Pacific
Sponsored CEO Dinner
Thursday, September 25th
Sponsored CEO Breakfast Roundtable [Tentative, by-invite only]
Invest in Canada: ASEAN’s Trusted Partner in the Americas
Opening Remarks
Keynote Remarks
Plenary Session #1
The Future of the Canada-ASEAN Relationship: Implications for Businesses
Networking Coffee Break
Plenary Session #2
Securing Trade, Strengthening Ties: Canada-ASEAN Supply Chain Resilience
Networking Lunch
Plenary Session #3
Powering Partnerships: Canada as ASEAN’s Partner in Energy Security and Sustainability
Fireside Chat (TBC)
Next-Gen Energy: The Role of Nuclear in a Sustainable Future
Networking Coffee Break
Plenary Session #4
Securing Our Shared Future: Agriculture and Food Security in a Changing World
Closing Remarks
Cocktail Reception (TBC)
Sponsorship Oppotunities
Contact Ms. Nicky Lung, Executive Director
at: nicky.lung@canasean.com or click below.
