China Conference: Southeast Asia 2025

ABOUT CHINA CONFERENCE: SOUTHEAST ASIA 

The global economy is undergoing profound change as it adapts to a post-pandemic world, grapples with the consequences of two wars amid continuing geopolitical tensions and embraces the rise of new technologies such as AI. Asia is caught up in these tectonic shifts with China playing a critical role in reshaping trade and alliances as it wields its growing global influence. In this evolving landscape, Southeast Asia is a key player, leveraging its proximity to China to expand its relevance to global supply chains and to further global trade and investment.

Within Southeast Asia, Malaysia stands out, having attracted major investments in infrastructure, technology, and green energy, not least from China’s Belt and Road Initiative. Its chairmanship of ASEAN in 2025 puts the spotlight on its ties with regional partners, especially China.

The South China Morning Post presents the China Conference: Southeast Asia in February 2025. This hybrid event will convene diplomats, business leaders, and government officials to explore how China and Southeast Asia are shaping the region's future. Through discussions and networking sessions, participants will uncover new opportunities for collaboration, driving growth and innovation in an uncertain global economy.

UNDERSTAND 

Uncover the complexities and opportunities shaping China's rise through in-depth panel discussions and closed-door sessions. Also to gain valuable insights from industry experts and rising stars in China's diverse economic landscape

CONNECT

Join the premier China-focused business event fostering in-person interactions and insightful discussions. To engage directly with Chinese leaders from public and private sectors as China navigates its unique path in a post-COVID world

NETWORK 

Network face-to-face with key players and build meaningful connections that fuel future business endeavors. Also, position your senior leadership in front of global newsmakers and China’s movers-and-shakers. 

Decoding China: Distinguishing opportunities from risks

Move beyond common narratives and dive deep into the intricacies shaping China's future. China Conference convenes renowned experts and real insiders to unlock the doors to China’s macro trends and latest opportunities. Join our community of China insiders for genuine insights and practical knowledge that will equip you to navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving China and its impact on the world

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CONFERENCE ORGANISER

SCMP Live  delivers a premium user experience for speakers, sponsors and delegates, powered by a diverse and stellar line-up of thought leaders, renowned experts, captains of industries and policymakers. Our events complement the news cycle by creating a forum to discuss, explore, debate and unpack major issues and urgent priorities that provide informed viewpoints and perspectives to our global readers. 

We convene highly valued participants from more than 60 countries each year, including top-level government officials, business leaders and influential opinion leaders for comprehensive discourse on the most pressing political, diplomatic, sustainability, business and economic issues impacting us today.

COUNTRY HOST PARTNER

The Ministry of Investment, Trade & Industry (MITI) of Malaysia is the official Country Host Partner for SCMP's China Conference: Southeast Asia 2025. The Ministry fully endorse and support SCMP's effort in staging this regional event in Kuala Lumpur to facilitate conversation and connections between Asean and China, unlocking new market opportunities and driving meaningful dialogues. 

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