UKABC’s Annual Flagship Event: UK-ASEAN Business Forum 2026 is coming up on the 17th March 2026
This year’s Forum will convene senior policymakers, business leaders, and stakeholders from the UK and Southeast Asia to examine the evolving UK-ASEAN economic partnership at a time of global geo-economic change.
We are delighted to confirm that the Forum will feature keynote addresses from H.E. Cristina Aldeguer-Roque, Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) of the Philippines.
In partnership with the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) Philippines, the UK Mission to ASEAN, and the Department for Business and Trade, the 2026 Forum will explore the following priority themes:
Geo-economics: The UK–ASEAN Partnership in a Time of Global Fragmentation
As the UK prepares its next five-year plan of action, this session will consider strategic priorities for UK engagement with ASEAN and the business opportunities emerging from a shifting global economic landscape.
Powering ASEAN: Energy Security, Connectivity and the ASEAN Power Grid
Exploring the role of energy cooperation, infrastructure, and investment in strengthening regional resilience and connectivity.
Creative Economies as Growth Engines: UK-ASEAN Collaboration
Highlighting the creative industries as drivers of innovation, trade, and inclusive growth across the region.
UK Business Priorities for ASEAN
A forward-looking discussion on how UK companies can deepen their engagement with ASEAN markets.
Investing in the Philippines
Examining opportunities, reforms, and priority sectors for UK businesses in one of ASEAN’s fastest-growing economies.
The Forum will feature high-level keynote speeches, focused panel discussions, and dedicated networking opportunities, bringing together senior decision-makers from government and industry.
For more information on how to participate, please send your inquiry to: clarissa.winata@ukabc.org.uk.