The fifth edition of the Asia Future Summit (AFS) on Nov 27 will be bringing together key policymakers, business leaders and industry experts to examine Asia’s evolving role in an increasingly uncertain global environment.
Among the speakers are Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong and Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, Malaysia’s Minister of Economy Akmal Nasir, India’s Chief Economic Advisor Dr V Anantha Nageswaran, OCBC Group CEO Tan Teck Long and SGX Group CEO Loh Boon Chye.
Jointly presented by SPH Media news titles The Straits Times, The Business Times, Lianhe Zaobao, Berita Harian and Tamil Murasu, the event at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre draws on the distinctive editorial strengths of all five newsrooms to enrich discussions on the economic, technological and geopolitical forces shaping Asia.
In a statement, Executive Chairman Chan Yeng Kit highlighted SPH Media’s strength in fostering informed regional dialogue, drawing on its extensive reach and influence in Singapore.
“Reaching eight in 10 Singaporeans, we have the reach, editorial expertise and trusted relationships to foster informed public discourse on issues of national and regional importance. The AFS allows us to build on this role by providing a platform for meaningful exchanges on issues with far-reaching implications for the region,” he said.
Managing Director Kuek Yu Chuang added: “ This year’s AFS is a timely precursor to Singapore’s chairmanship of ASEAN in 2027. SPH Media can be a trusted convener of regional dialogue, contributing to a deeper understanding of the opportunities that ASEAN offers, and help shape better decisions as ASEAN celebrates its 60th anniversary.”
Mr Sunny Quek, Head of Global Consumer Financial Services, OCBC, said: “This year’s AFS comes at a time where businesses and investors are navigating an increasingly complex global environment. The Summit offers a valuable platform for our clients to be part of conversations that matter and gain fresh perspectives.”
OCBC is the presenting sponsor for the Asia Future Summit.
