From diplomacy to dealmaking, ASEAN 2026 comes at a defining moment for Southeast Asia as the region navigates global trade tensions, AI disruption, energy transition, and shifting supply chains. With the Philippines at the helm of ASEAN, the stakes are higher than ever to turn regional cooperation into real economic outcomes. In this exclusive conversation, we sit down with former U.S. Ambassador Brian D. McFeeters, now Interim President and CEO of the US-ASEAN Business Council, which represents nearly 200 major companies generating close to $7 trillion in global revenue. We discuss ASEAN’s strategic priorities, U.S.–ASEAN economic ties, supply chain resilience, energy challenges, digital governance, and the growing geopolitical pressures shaping business in the region. Stay tuned for a deep dive into what success looks like for ASEAN—and where the U.S. private sector fits in the future of Southeast Asia. 

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