The 2025 ASEAN Banking and Finance Summit

Introduction:

The ASEAN Banking and Finance Summit (ABFS 2025) will be held in Kuala Lumpur on 25th February 2025 as Malaysia takes the Chair of ASEAN from January 2025. It brings together key stakeholders and thought leaders to discuss the future of banking and finance and to take stock of how banking and financial institutions can be transformed by prioritizing the 3Ts – technology, talent and trust. It will also deliberate on how banks and financial institutions can contribute to the continuing economic growth and prosperity of ASEAN countries.

Objectives:
1. To promote banks and financial institutions as key partners in ASEAN economic integration.
2. To provide a platform for sharing knowledge and insights.
3. To discuss how ASEAN banks and financial institutions can be future proof and future ready.
4. To accelerate financial innovations.
5. To advance sustainable banking and climate finance.
6. To explore future trends in technology including AI.
7. To focus on people development and talent management.
8. To promote digital banking and fintechs in ASEAN.

Key Target Audience:
• Senior bankers and banking professionals.
• Central bankers, regulators and Government officials.
• Technology companies, solution providers and consultants.
• Entrepreneurs and SMEs.
• Business and professional associations and chamber of commerce.