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Southeast Asia Futures Initiative Centre -SEAFIC

Bilateral Meeting between Chairman of the SEAFIC and
Secretary-General of ASEAN,
Dr. Kao Kim Hourn

SEAFIC's Roundtable #2:
The Future of Jobs in ASEAN:
Disrupted and Displaced?

Chairman of the SEAFIC Meets with Marc Mealy, Executive Vice President of Research and Chief Policy Officer, US-ASEAN Business Council

ABOUT US

FOCUS AREAS

Economic Development

Providing strategic insights into inclusive and sustainable growth opportunities within the ASEAN region.

International Trade & Investment

Analysing market dynamics and trade policies to enhance economic integration and resilience across ASEAN member states.

International Cooperation

Fostering cross-border collaboration to address regional challenges such as technological transformation, climate change, and infrastructure development.

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VALUE PROPOSITIONS

Clarity & Focus

Providing strategic insights into inclusive and sustainable growth opportunities within the ASEAN region.

Research Excellence

The Southeast Asian Futures Initiative Centre (SEAFIC) produces unbiased, high-quality publications based on rigorous methodologies and stringent review processes ensuring credibility and depth.

Relevance & Impact

Demand-driven research enables The Southeast Asian Futures Initiative Centre (SEAFIC) to provide practical and innovative solutions to real-world challenges ensuring meaningful contributions to ASEAN’s development.

Credible & Engaged

A team of regional experts actively engages with stakeholders through forums, collaborative platforms, and knowledge-sharing events, fostering an informed and engaged ASEAN community.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Economic Development

Technological Integration

Leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Al, Blockchain, Big Data, etc., to revolutionize industries, drive efficiency gains, and unlock new opportunities for growth and innovation.

Sustainable Economic

Growth Embracing futuristic practices in sustainable growth means prioritizing environmental stewardship, resource efficiency, and social equity in economic development strategies.

Technological Integration

Leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Al, Blockchain, Big Data, etc., to revolutionize industries, drive efficiency gains, and unlock new opportunities for growth and innovation.

International Trade & Investment

Integration of advanced technologies

Leveraging blockchain, Al and the Internet of Things (loT), etc., to revolutionize traditional trade processes

Emerging Market Opportunities

Anticipating trends and spotting emerging market niches in sectors such as renewable energy, healthcare, and technology to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Sustainable Trade & Investment Practices

Adoption of eco-friendly supply chain practices, promoting fair trade and ethical sourcing standards, and environmental and social criteria into trade agreements.

International Cooperation

Cross-border Integration

Fostering deeper economic, political, and social ties among nations to promote peace, stability, and prosperity in a hyper-connected world.

Global Governance Innovation

Promoting multilateralism, strengthening international law and enhancing cooperation frameworks to tackle global issues such as climate change, pandemics, and cyber threats.

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Commentaries

We have raised the ‘ceiling’; Now we must raise...

futuristJuly 27, 2026July 27, 2026
July 27, 2026July 27, 2026315
GDP estimates indicated that Malaysia’s economy grew by 5.8 per cent in Q2 2026, from...

Critique Demands A Voice, Execution Demands A Vision, Courage...

jainaNovember 1, 2025June 12, 2026
November 1, 2025June 12, 2026610
It’s not a stretch to say that the 47th ASEAN Summit and its related meetings...

Approved Investments Vs FDI: Manipulation, Or Truly A Non-issue?

jainaAugust 23, 2025June 12, 2026
August 23, 2025June 12, 2026352
In the past few years, every time the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) publishes the...

ASEAN-GCC-China: A Brave New World?

jainaMay 31, 2025June 18, 2026
May 31, 2025June 18, 2026218
Posterity, I dare say, will regard the recently concluded ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-China Summit in...

WHO WE ARE

WHO WE ARE

As the ASEAN region continues to rise as a global economic powerhouse, it faces evolving challenges and opportunities that require proactive, evidence-based policymaking and strategic foresight.

Rapid technological advancements, shifting global trade dynamics, climate change, and socio-economic transformations demand a dedicated platform to analyse and navigate these changes effectively.

Establishing thought leadership in the ASEAN region is critical for both the public and private sectors to access in-depth research, policy recommendations, and actionable insights that drive sustainable development, regional integration, and competitiveness.

The Southeast Asian Futures Initiative Centre (SEAFIC) envisions serving as a bridge between research, policy, and business, ensuring ASEAN countries remain resilient, progressive, and future-ready.

Latest Events

SEAFIC Soft Launch & Inaugural Policy Dialogue

jainaFebruary 10, 2026May 12, 2026
February 10, 2026May 12, 20260
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