Singapore Institute of International Affairs

[Closed-door] Policymakers’ Lunch Dialogue with Dr. Janil Puthucheary
2025-10-29 12:00 - 14:30 (Asia/Shanghai) | Singapore
SIIA is pleased to host Dr. Janil Puthucheary, Senior Minister of State for Education and for Sustainability and the Environment, for a private lunch dialogue exploring how Singapore can help lead ASEAN’s green transition.

[Closed-door] PAE Celebratory Reception
2025-11-18 17:00 - 18:30 | Singapore
This celebratory reception honours Prof. Simon Tay, recipient of the President’s Award for the Environment 2025 – Singapore’s highest national accolade for contributions to environmental sustainability – and recognises the continued support of our corporate members and partners in advancing SIIA’s sustainability mission.

[Closed-door] Annual Dinner: Forging a Path Forward in a Shifting Global Landscape
2025-11-18 18:30 - 21:30 | Singapore
This year’s Annual Dinner, themed “Forging a Path Forward in a Shifting Global Landscape,” coincides with Singapore’s 60th year of independence, offering a timely reflection on the leadership and resilience that have guided the nation through change.

[ELN Exclusive] Emerging Leaders Network (ELN) 2025 Retreat
2025-12-05 09:00 - 13:30 | Singapore
We are pleased to be hosting participants from our Emerging Leader Network for a year-end retreat.
Stay tuned for more information!

[Closed-door] CompCom Roundtable | Enhancing Singapore’s Global Competitiveness – Session 1
2026-01-26 09:15 - 11:00 | Singapore
The closed-door corporate roundtable is part of a four-part series convened by the SIIA to examine Singapore’s global competitiveness amid geopolitical uncertainty, technological disruption, and evolving global investment patterns. This series brings together senior leaders from multinational companies with regional and global influence to gather forward-looking insights that will inform SIIA’s policy-relevant analysis supporting ongoing deliberations by the Economic Strategy Review (ESR) Committee on Global Competitiveness.
In this session, Prof. Simon Tay, Chairman of the SIIA, will provide a strategic framing analysis and moderate a candid discussion under the Chatham House Rule. Participants will share views on issues such as AI adoption, data governance, supply chain realignment, talent strategies, and regulatory developments, with a focus on what multinational firms need for Singapore to continue serving as a trusted, connected, and competitive regional hub.

Year Opener 2026
2026-01-28 10:30 - 13:30 | UBS AG (Singapore Branch), 9 Penang Rd, Singapore, 238459
As artificial intelligence reshapes industries amid intensifying geopolitical and digital competition, join us for our 2026 Year Opener featuring Mrs. Josephine Teo, Minister for Digital Development and Information, and Minister-in-charge of Cybersecurity and Smart Nation Group, Republic of Singapore.
The discussion will explore how Singapore is harnessing AI for the public good, strengthening digital trust and cyber resilience, engaging key global partners, and positioning businesses and society to thrive in an increasingly complex global environment.
This event is complimentary for SIIA members, and priced at S$60 for non-members.
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2nd Singapore Green Dialogue (SGD) — Sustainability in a Fragmented World
2026-02-11 08:30 - 14:30 | Tower Club Singapore, 9 Raffles Pl, Tower 1, Penthouse (62nd 64th Floors, Republic Plaza, Singapore, 048619, Singapore
The global sustainability agenda is entering a new and uncertain phase, shaped by growing fragmentation in international cooperation. Global consensus is weakening, momentum behind multilateral climate efforts has slowed, and major powers are adopting more inward-looking policies. Efforts to sign a legally binding instrument on plastic pollution have thus far failed. ESG considerations are now being politicised, with pushback from countries and businesses. COP30 in Belém illustrated what climate action now looks like: negotiators landed a deal that kept the Paris framework alive, but only by softening ambition and deferring hard choices to future meetings.
For ASEAN and Asian economies, this raises a difficult question: what does climate ambition on mitigation and adaptation mean when major emitters and fossil fuel economies are not pulling their weight? ASEAN’s aggregate contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions remains modest, yet the region sits at the frontline of climate impacts. Coastal cities, low-lying deltas and island states are already grappling with frequent floods, rising sea levels, and extreme heat. Three tropical storms in the last months of 2025 have displaced millions across Southeast Asia and claimed over 1,000 lives. Climate adaptation and resilience is urgently needed, along with the right economic choices to lock in development trajectories in the years to come.
The burden—and opportunity—of practical climate leadership is shifting towards Asia. Singapore’s role as a regional hub for policy dialogue, sustainable finance and climate innovation is more important than ever. The 2nd Singapore Green Dialogue will bring together policymakers, corporate leaders, investors and experts to address these tensions: how countries and companies should define meaningful climate action; how to prioritise resilience without locking in high-carbon pathways; and how Asian businesses can stay competitive amid diverging standards in the US, EU and beyond. By convening diverse voices from government, industry, finance and academia, the Dialogue aims to chart practical, actionable pathways for ASEAN and its partners to advance sustainability in a more fragmented global order.
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Programme

08:30am – 09:00am

Registration

09:00am – 09:10am

Welcome Remarks By Mr. Simon Tay, Chairman, Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)

09:10am – 09:55am

Keynote Dialogue: Sustaining Commitments in a Turbulent World

Speaker: Dr. Janil Puthucheary, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, Republic of Singapore
Moderator: Mr. Simon Tay, Chairman, Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)

09:55am – 10:55am

Panel 1: The Cost of Compliance – Sustainability versus Competitiveness?
How can businesses in Singapore and ASEAN maintain sustainability goals and build resilience while managing rising costs? Companies must increasingly contend with different regulations and buyer expectations across markets, with some countries continuing to prioritise ESG considerations while others do not. The European Union is continuing to push forward with frameworks such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). While some companies are working to comply with new EU regulations and maintain market access, others are looking to do more business with markets that have softer rules. This session explores how firms are balancing ambition with affordability, how businesses view evolving EU and other international standards, and whether efforts within ASEAN countries such as carbon taxes enhance or constrain competitiveness.

What are the new or upcoming sustainability regulations that might affect international trade and investment flows?
What are the costs or pain points that businesses are facing in complying with sustainability regulations and maintaining market access?
Will the introduction of carbon taxes and similar initiatives hinder competitiveness of ASEAN countries, or provide new opportunities?

Panel Keynote: Ms. Esther An, Chief Sustainability Officer, City Developments Limited (CDL)
Panellists:

Ms. Kuldip Gill, Assistant Chief Executive (Accounting Development & Regulatory Group), Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA)
Mr. Hirotaka Ishizaka, Chief Sustainability Officer, Mitsubishi Corporation Singapore Branch
Ms. Melissa Moi, Head of Sustainable Business, UOB
Ms. Esther An, Chief Sustainability Officer, City Developments Limited (CDL)

Moderator:

Ms. Fang Eu Lin, Partner and Sustainability & Climate Change Practice Head; and PwC Asia Pacific Centre for Sustainability Excellence Leader, PwC Singapore, and Council Member, SIIA

10:55am – 11:25am

Break

11:25am – 12:10pm

Keynote Dialogue: ASEAN-Asia Climate Cooperation – Regional Leadership, Global Impact

Speaker: Dr. Bambang Brodjonegoro, Dean and CEO, Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI)
Moderator: Mr. Simon Tay, Chairman, Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)

12:10pm – 1:10pm

Panel 2: Finding Climate Momentum – Progress, Gaps, Opportunities
With global or multilateral consensus on climate action becoming increasingly uncertain, can the ASEAN region and other partner countries sustain climate ambition on their own? This session takes a long-term, strategic view of ASEAN and Asia’s climate leadership in a time of fragmentation, exploring what the region’s climate mitigation and adaptation priorities should be. The region sits at a crossroads — highly vulnerable to climate impacts yet still economically dependent on fossil fuels — and must now take greater ownership to maintain long-term momentum, strengthen collaboration, and define its own climate narrative.

How can countries in ASEAN and Asia show climate leadership amidst current global headwinds?
How are ASEAN and Asia meeting the climate financing needs of the region?
What role can businesses and financial institutions play in climate resilience towards NDC 3.0 and National Adaptation Plan targets?

Panellists:

Mr. Jackie Surtani, Regional Director and Head of Singapore Office, Asian Development Bank (ADB)
H.E. Satvinder Singh, Deputy Secretary-General for ASEAN Economic Community, ASEAN
Ms. Helena Ooi, Head of Strategy, Sustainability, Digital and Data, Maybank

Moderator: Ms. Cheryl Chen, President, S&P Global Foundation, and Council Member, SIIA

1:10pm – 1:20pm

Closing Remarks By Mr. Simon Tay, Chairman, Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)

1:20pm – 2:30pm

Networking Buffet Lunch

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[Closed-door] CompCom Roundtable | Enhancing Singapore’s Global Competitiveness – Session 2
2026-02-24 09:45 - 11:30 | Singapore
The closed-door corporate roundtable is part of a four-part series convened by the SIIA to examine Singapore’s global competitiveness amid geopolitical uncertainty, technological disruption, and evolving global investment patterns. This series brings together senior leaders from multinational companies with regional and global influence to gather forward-looking insights that will inform SIIA’s policy-relevant analysis supporting ongoing deliberations by the Economic Strategy Review (ESR) Committee on Global Competitiveness.
In this second session, Prof. Simon Tay, Chairman of the SIIA, will provide a strategic framing analysis and moderate a candid discussion under the Chatham House Rule. The dialogue will focus on how multinational firms’ headquarters view Singapore’s competitiveness in an AI-driven, slower-growth environment, and how deeper engagement with ASEAN, cost considerations, and collaboration with neighbouring economies can strengthen Singapore’s role as a trusted and effective regional hub.

[Closed-door] ATTS Workshop: Climate Risks and Food Security
2026-03-16 13:45 - 17:30 | Singapore
The ASEAN Think Tanks Summit (ATTS) workshop on “Climate Risks and Food Security” will address the following issues:

Strengthening the resilience of ASEAN’s agricultural systems, including enhancing climate adaptation for producers and smallholder farmers

Assessing the implications of global market volatility for ASEAN’s food stockpiles, import/export policies, and domestic food prices

Balancing land use for food, animal feed, and fuel in ASEAN, and how the region can ensure the integrity of biofuels and waste-to-energy supply chains

The discussions from this workshop will be presented at the 3rd ATTS for further deliberations. The ATTS is an annual Track 1.5 dialogue held at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta, organised by the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA), the ASEAN Institutes of Strategic and International Studies (ASEAN-ISIS) network, and other think tank partners. Insights from ATTS workshops held throughout the year will be incorporated into the 3rd ATTS policy memorandum to be circulated to the ASEAN Secretariat and the Permanent Representatives of ASEAN Member States (AMS).

SIIA Talk | Beyond the Storms – Climate Adaptation and Resilience in ASEAN Agriculture
2026-03-16 17:30 - 19:00 | SIIA, 60A Orchard Road, #04-03 (Level 4M), Tower 1, The Atrium @Orchard International Involvement Hub, Singapore, 238890
In 2025, several ASEAN countries experienced severe tropical storms and monsoon floods, affecting millions of people and straining response capacity. Aside from the humanitarian impact, these weather events illustrate that the region’s agricultural systems remain vulnerable to shocks. The hit to supply chains and manufacturing from the 2025 storms was relatively manageable, but damage to crops and delays in harvesting have been more significant with losses reaching billions of US dollars across the region. With climate change bringing more frequent and potentially more severe extreme weather events, it is increasingly urgent to ensure that ASEAN’s agricultural producers are both resilient and productive, in order to meet both domestic nutritional needs and regional trade for economic growth. This talk at the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) will explore how countries are strengthening the resilience of food and agricultural commodity systems, as well as exploring longer term climate adaptation and productivity goals.

What issues have the events of 2025 exposed, such as inefficiencies and misallocation in flood control, or environmental violations that have worsened the impact of landslides?

What infrastructure, capacity, and financing does the agricultural sector need to build resilience against extreme weather events and enhance long term climate adaptation?

What policy and governance changes are underway in ASEAN countries that will impact land management? What does this mean for supply chains and financiers in the sector?

Speakers:
Dr Sonny Domingo, Senior Research Fellow, Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS)
Mr Tomi Haryadi, Director, Food, Land, and Water Programme, World Resources Institute (WRI) Indonesia
Moderator: Mr Simon Tay, Chairman, Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)
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SIIA Talk | US-Israel-Iran: Implications for Geopolitics, International Law, and the Global Economy
2026-03-27 10:00 - 11:30 | SIIA, 60A Orchard Road, #04-03 (Level 4M), Tower 1, The Atrium @Orchard International Involvement Hub, Singapore, 238890
Attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran have prompted retaliatory strikes across the Middle East, hitting Israel and other countries in the region. Critics have argued that the operation is both illegal under US law without congressional approval and a violation of international law. Spillover effects are already emerging, with oil prices rising and Iran attempting to close the Strait of Hormuz, a waterway that handles nearly a quarter of the world’s seaborne oil trade. This dialogue jointly organised by the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) and the Middle East Institute (MEI) will examine the geopolitical, legal, and economic questions arising from the crisis.

What are the political implications of the conflict, not just for the Middle East, but for the rest of the world including Southeast Asia and Singapore?
Does this action by the US and Israel mean an upending of the basic tenets of international law? What does this mean for countries like Singapore?
What impact, both immediate and in the medium to long-term, could this have on trade with the Middle East and for businesses in general?

Speakers:
Ms. Angela Mancini, Partner, Head of Geopolitical Risk Analysis – APAC, Control Risks
Prof. Joseph Liow, Chairman, Middle East Institute (MEI), National University of Singapore (NUS)
Mr. Simon Tay, Chairman, Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)
Moderator: Ms. Michelle Teo, Executive Director, Middle East Institute (MEI), National University of Singapore (NUS)
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[Closed-door] CompCom Roundtable | Enhancing Singapore’s Global Competitiveness – Session 3
2026-04-10 13:45 - 15:30 | Singapore
The closed-door corporate roundtable is part of a four-part series convened by the SIIA to examine Singapore’s global competitiveness amid geopolitical uncertainty, technological disruption, and evolving global investment patterns. This series brings together senior leaders from multinational companies with regional and global influence to gather forward-looking insights that will inform SIIA’s policy-relevant analysis supporting ongoing deliberations by the Economic Strategy Review (ESR) Committee on Global Competitiveness.
In this third session, Prof. Simon Tay, Chairman of the SIIA, will provide a strategic framing analysis and moderate a candid discussion under the Chatham House Rule. The dialogue will focus on strengthening Singapore’s competitiveness, with emphasis on creating quality jobs and reinforcing the role of trust in underpinning Singapore’s position as a reliable and strategic regional hub.

[ELN Exclusive] Heat & Light with Mdm Halimah Yacob
2026-04-21 17:30 - 20:00 | SIIA, 60A Orchard Road, #04-03 (Level 4M), Tower 1, The Atrium @Orchard International Involvement Hub, Singapore, 238890
Our new ELN series titled “Heat & Light“, engages with complex and contested issues in international affairs. For our inaugural session, “Gaza – The Limits of Consensus”, we are honoured to host Mdm Halimah Yacob.
In this exclusive, closed-door discussion, we will explore the challenges of forging international consensus on the Gaza conflict, examining the tensions between political, humanitarian, and geopolitical perspectives amid an increasingly divided global landscape. This session will also reflect on what responsible leadership looks like in such moments, where clarity of judgment is required even when consensus is not.
Speaker:
Mdm. Halimah Yacob, Chancellor of the Singapore University of Social Sciences; former President of the Republic of Singapore
Facilitator:
Mr. Simon Tay, Chairman, Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)
This event is exclusive to ELN participants only.

13th Singapore Dialogue on Sustainable World Resources (SWR) - Resilient Commodities: Innovation and New Markets
2026-05-07 08:30 - 15:30 | One Farrer Hotel, 1 Farrer Park Station Road, Singapore, Singapore, 217562, Singapore
ASEAN’s commodity producers stand at a pivotal moment. Global trade flows are shifting, affected by Sino-American tensions. Nationalist and protectionist policies are changing how certain commodities are being traded. ASEAN economies are adjusting to these shifts and are increasingly looking to explore new markets beyond the United States, European Union, and even India and China, trading more within ASEAN and strengthening South-South trade. Producers in ASEAN are also aiming to move up the value chain, turning from primary exports of raw materials to high-value products such as sustainable fuels, while exploring avenues to turn waste to energy and contribute to climate resilience. Policymakers and businesses will need to consider what the future of commodities production and trade will look like, and how these evolving dynamics will affect sustainability in the region.
While commodities exports are important for ASEAN economies, food production is also crucial, especially as countries are increasingly paying attention to food resilience and social concerns. For ASEAN, sustainability is about more than conserving ecosystems. Sustainability is also about delivering affordable prices and securing livelihoods, while ensuring that agricultural systems are resilient in the face of climate change.
As a hub for business, innovation, and finance, Singapore has an important role in working together with its neighbours in ASEAN and the region’s private sector in navigating this dual future — staying competitive in global markets while advancing sustainable and resilient outcomes at home. The 13th Singapore Dialogue on Sustainable World Resources (SWR) will bring together policymakers, business leaders, and experts to discuss the challenges facing the region’s agricultural commodities and food industries, while exploring opportunities for sustainable business and investment.
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SIIA Talk | U.S. Tariff Turbulence: Legal Uncertainty in Washington and What It Means for ASEAN Business
2026-06-23 17:30 - 19:00 | SIIA, 60A Orchard Road, #04-03 (Level 4M), Tower 1, The Atrium @Orchard International Involvement Hub, Singapore, 238890
As Washington moves beyond the one-year anniversary of “Liberation Day” tariffs in April, U.S. tariff policy remains in flux. Legal challenges and court rulings have raised fundamental questions about the authority underpinning recent trade measures, following the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling earlier this year that tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) were unconstitutional. U.S. importers are already pursuing refund claims against the federal government. In response, the Trump administration introduced a temporary 10 per cent tariff under Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act, which allows tariffs of up to 15 per cent for a maximum of 150 days without Congressional approval. That temporary authority is set to expire in late July, although President Trump has expressed support for increasing the rate to 15 per cent. Developments in Washington continue to create uncertainty over the sustainability and legal durability of these measures.

How is the current U.S trade policy turbulence reshaping business confidence in the direction and credibility of future trade relations?
What are the implications for ASEAN economies as trade policy and geopolitics become more intertwined?
What does it mean for the reliability of agreement with Washington if new U.S tariffs bypass existing trade arrangements?

Speakers:
Mr. Alex Feldman, Partner, The Asia Group
Ms. Elizabeth Chelliah, Principal Trade Consultant, CFOTI, Singapore Business Federation (SBF); former Principal Trade Specialist (PTS), Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI), Republic of Singapore
Moderator: Mr. Simon Tay, Chairman, Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)
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Haze Outlook 2026: Media Briefing
2026-06-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Singapore
The Haze Outlook 2026 report provides a risk assessment of the probability of a transboundary haze incident affecting Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore for the year ahead. The report is the eighth edition of this assessment.
Our research includes quantitative information on weather factors, the impact of fires, and commodity prices. We also qualitatively consider government policies and private sector practices.
These assessments are based on the SIIA’s engagement with sustainability stakeholders in the region.

SIIA Talk | Beyond Energy: Asia’s Economic Vulnerabilities to the Strait of Hormuz Disruptions
2026-07-22 17:30 - 19:00 | SIIA, 60A Orchard Road, #04-03 (Level 4M), Tower 1, The Atrium @Orchard International Involvement Hub, Singapore, 238890
The disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have impacts both for the energy market and beyond. While oil and gas supply shocks remain the immediate concern, the wider effects are felt across shipping, transport, manufacturing, agriculture, and food supply chains. This talk will examine the broader long term economic implications of the crisis for Asia, regardless of whether the tensions ease. It will look beyond immediate energy supply concerns to consider the potential impact on trade, business costs, inflation, food prices, and longer-term economic resilience.

How might disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz reshape global and Asian energy market and Asia’s broader economic outlook?

Where are the biggest vulnerabilities for Asian economies if elevated risks persist?

What does this crisis reveal about the vulnerabilities and resilience of Asian economies?

Speakers:
– Ms. Tan Sue-Ern, Head, International Energy Agency Regional Cooperation Centre
– Ms. Denise Cheok, Head of Southeast Asia Economics, Moody’s Analytics
Moderator: Ms. Quah Ley Hoon, Group Chief Corporate Officer, CapitaLand Investment (CLI); and Council Member, Singapore Institute of International Affairs
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[Closed-door] Dialogue with Dr. Mari Pangestu
2026-07-27 09:30 - 10:30 | Singapore
SIIA had the pleasure to invite Dr. Mari Pangestu, Special Envoy of the President of the Republic of Indonesia for International Trade and Multilateral Cooperation, and Vice Chair of the National Economic Council, to share her perspectives on ASEAN and the broader regional outlook, with a focus on Indonesia’s vantage point.

18th ASEAN & Asia Forum – Power, Rules & Competitiveness Amidst Turmoil & Transformation
2026-08-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Singapore
The continued fragmentation of the international rules-based order is fuelling turmoil and instability around the world. Geopolitical tensions and the actions of major powers are constantly reshaping the global economy. Most recently, the war in the Middle East and the resulting energy crisis have introduced a new layer of volatility for governments and businesses alike. This comes on top of the prolonged US-China rivalry and ongoing uncertainty over the Trump administration’s tariffs.
Amidst this turbulence, ASEAN and the broader Asian region find themselves caught in the middle, navigating sharper strategic pressures and tighter economic constraints within an increasingly fluid regional order. In this challenging landscape, ASEAN and Asia’s ability to sustain their competitive edge will depend increasingly on how effectively they exercise agency, carve out strategic space, and shape their own outcomes. Equally important will be their capacity to provide the stability and rules-based environment needed to sustain business confidence amidst continued disruption.
Under the theme “Power, Rules and Competitiveness amidst Turmoil and Transformation”, the 18th ASEAN & Asia Forum will bring together regional policymakers and business leaders to examine how geopolitical and economic uncertainty are reshaping competitiveness, investment environment, and strategic partnerships in ASEAN and Asia.
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[ELN Exclusive] Heat & Light with Prof. Erika Chen & Dr. Ming Tan
2026-08-20 17:45 - 19:30 | SIIA, 60A Orchard Road, #04-03 (Level 4M), Tower 1, The Atrium @Orchard International Involvement Hub, Singapore, 238890
In this instalment of our ELN-exclusive series, Heat & Light, we will discuss how AI is changing the way we work and live. By bringing together perspectives from the labour movement and AI practitioners, the session will explore the opportunities, trade-offs, and responsibilities of AI adoption, and what they mean for workers, businesses, and society.
Speakers:
– Prof. Erika Chen, Professor of Communication and Technology, Wee Kim Wee School of Communications and Information, Nanyang Technological University – Dr. Ming Tan, Founding Executive Director, Tech for Good Institute
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[Closed Door] 3rd ASEAN Think Tanks Summit (ATTS)
2026-09-14 08:00 - 2026-09-15 17:00 | Singapore
The ASEAN Think Tanks Summit (ATTS) is an ASEAN-ISIS initiative, coordinated by the SIIA and supported by the ASEAN Secretariat. The ASEAN-ISIS network comprising one think tank from each ASEAN member state was founded in 1988 and is now a listed ASEAN accredited entity in Annex II of the ASEAN Charter.
The ATTS is a platform for prominent think tanks from ASEAN Member States and ASEAN Dialogue and Development Partners to come together to discuss the challenges faced by ASEAN and chart a forward-looking agenda for ASEAN’s development.
This year’s ATTS will take inspiration from the Philippine ASEAN Chair’s theme “Navigating Our Future, Together”. It will feature discussions on key issues with the aim of formulating actionable policy recommendations to ASEAN Member States’ leaders and the ASEAN Secretariat. These issues include Investing in Peace and Dialogue, Building Regional Energy Resilience, Mainstreaming Sustainability, Inclusive AI Adoption among SMEs, Treaty of Amity (TAC) and Cooperation and ASEAN Centrality, and Transnational Security Challenges.
