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Prepared for the 15th ASEAN Economic Ministers–Canada Consultation, this report provides private-sector insights and recommendations to advance Canada-ASEAN trade and investment, including through ACAFTA and deeper cooperation in agri-food, the digital economy, emerging technologies, and energy, reflecting the perspectives of CABC members and the Canada-ASEAN business community.

The Canada-ASEAN economic relationship is entering an important phase. With trade and investment ties growing, negotiations for the ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement (ACAFTA) progressing, and businesses across both regions looking for new markets and partnerships, the next step is turning policy momentum into commercial opportunities. For CABC, that means staying close to the conversations shaping the region—and ensuring that the perspectives of businesses are part of them. A

Kuala Lumpur, 26 September 2025 , ASEAN Economic Ministers and Canada reaffirmed their shared commitment to advancing trade, investment, and sustainable development during the 14th ASEAN Economic Ministers–Canada (AEM–Canada) Consultation , held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Strengthening Trade and Investment In 2024, two-way merchandise trade between ASEAN and Canada reached USD 23.5 billion (CAD 31.7 billion) , while Canadian foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into ASEAN

The Canada-ASEAN Business Council (CABC) participated in the 56th ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM) Meeting and Related Meetings in...

The Canada-ASEAN Business Council (CABC) attended this year's 55th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ (AEM) Meeting and Related Meetings in...

On August 20, 2023, the 12th AEM-Canada Consultation took place, with H.E. Zulkifli Hasan, the Minister of Trade from the Republic of...