Our Destinations:

Explore the Destinations
of the 10th Edition with us

First of all – What is ASEAN?

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, called ASEAN, is formed by the 10 member countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Its establishment in 1967 had as its goals strengthening economic, social, and political cooperation as well as balancing political conflicts between these nations.

Check out the following short video to learn more about ASEAN.

Chosen Destinations

Each year we aim to visit interesting cities that give us an understanding of the culture and business conducted in the ASEAN region. For this year’s theme “Sustainovative Bridges: Exploring Future alongside Tradition”, we have picked three countries that will give us a deeper insight into our chosen areas of interest.

Our journey will take us to two of ASEAN’s founding countries, Thailand and Malaysia, as well as to Vietnam, which joined the Association back in 1995.

Thailand

Welcome to Thailand, a fascinating destination near the heart of Southeast Asia. This country impresses with a stunning and diverse economic structure. At its center is the export industry, accounting for 60% of the country’s GDP. Producing, among other goods, cars, car parts, electronic devices, and computers that are valued worldwide.

Another historically crucial sector of the economy is agriculture. Although it contributes only around 6 % to the country’s GDP, more than a third of the population works in this sector, representing a significant number of people employed. Apart from that, Thailand is well known for its tourism. From gorgeous beaches to historic temples, it offers a wide range of travel experiences that attract visitors from all around the world.

Join us on this captivating journey through Thailand’s vibrant economy and culture and learn more about their digitalization and sustainability efforts!

Malaysia

Next stop: Malaysia. Distinguished by its impressive blend of traditional industries and modern innovation, Malaysia is a dynamic economic powerhouse in Southeast Asia. The country is experiencing continuous economic growth, driven by diverse and stable sectors such as manufacturing, petrochemicals, rapidly growing technology, finance, and tourism. Furthermore, it benefits from a strategic location along key global trade routes, serving as a hub for international commerce in the region. The government also actively encourages foreign investment through attractive incentives and supports the transition to a sustainable economy.

This combination of growth, stability, and innovation makes Malaysia an exciting economic destination with tremendous potential for long-term success.

Vietnam

Last but not least; Vietnam, which managed to transform itself into one of the fastest-growing economies over the last few decades. This success is based on investor-friendly policies and low-cost conditions, especially in terms of labour. The country is now a major player in the international supply chain for products such as clothing, footwear, and electronics. Brands like Nike, Adidas, and Samsung operate production facilities in Vietnam.

Despite these successes, however, challenges remain, such as improving infrastructure, securing energy supplies, and raising the education level of the workforce. Nevertheless, Vietnam continues to be a fascinating example of economic advancement and continues to attract the interest of investors worldwide.