The Singapore Institute of International Affairs convenes the second session of its corporate roundtable series to discuss ASEAN engagement, regional connectivity, and Singapore鈥檚 role amid global economic shifts.
The Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) convened the second session of its four-part corporate roundtable series on Enhancing Singapore鈥檚 Global Competitiveness. The discussion brought together members and stakeholders to examine Singapore鈥檚 positioning within ASEAN and the evolving models of regional collaboration.
Participants explored whether deeper engagement with ASEAN could create mutually beneficial outcomes for Singapore and its regional partners. Discussions also highlighted the importance of stronger connectivity across both physical infrastructure and 鈥渟oftware鈥 elements such as digital systems, regulatory frameworks, and institutional linkages.
The roundtable also examined cost considerations affecting businesses, the role of special economic zones, and opportunities for greater cross-border collaboration. Participants discussed how global and regional headquarters view Singapore鈥檚 role in a changing economic landscape shaped by artificial intelligence transformation and slower global growth.
Insights gathered from the discussion will contribute to the Institute鈥檚 analytical inputs to the Economic Strategy Review (ESR) process. The roundtable series aims to support policy thinking and provide industry perspectives on how Singapore can strengthen its long-term competitiveness.
The Institute thanked its members and stakeholders for their candid contributions and noted that the next session will include members of the ESR Committee, who will join business leaders to continue the dialogue.
Source: Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)
