CABC Welcomes Strengthened Canada-ASEAN Strategic Partnership

The Canada-ASEAN Business Council (CABC) welcomes the reaffirmed commitment between Canada and ASEAN to deepen their strategic partnership, as highlighted during the 22nd ASEAN-Canada Dialogue held in Vientiane, Lao PDR.

As negotiations for the ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement near completion, CABC sees strong potential for expanded market access, deeper integration into global value chains, and increased economic resilience for businesses across both regions. We are also encouraged by continued cooperation in areas such as innovation, sustainability, the digital economy, and inclusive growth—priorities that align with our vision for a future-ready and responsible Canada-ASEAN relationship.

CABC remains committed to advancing this shared agenda through ongoing dialogue, business engagement, and strategic collaboration.

Read the official summary by ASEAN here:

ASEAN and Canada reaffirm commitment to advancing strategic partnership