The ASEAN Business Community Development (ABCD) Forum 2025, organised by the Federation of Malaysian Business Associations (FMBA), has been officially recognised by ASEAN Records for achieving the Largest ASEAN-Country Speaker Line-Up in a Single-Day Business Forum — featuring 18 distinguished speakers from 10 ASEAN nations.
The record was presented to Dato’ Seri Haji Abdul Malik Abdullah, FMBA Chairman, and witnessed by Yang Berhormat Dato’ Sri Haji Fadillah Yusof, Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, during the prestigious forum held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC).
A Regional Milestone Under Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship
Part of Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship 2025 initiative, the ABCD Forum brought together an unprecedented line-up of thought leaders, policymakers, and industry captains from across the ASEAN region. The gathering set a new regional benchmark for cross-border collaboration, reinforcing Malaysia’s role as a catalyst for regional integration.
Empowering ASEAN’s Next Leap
Under the theme “Digital, Sustainable & Entrepreneurial Transformation”, the forum was structured into three high-impact sessions:
- Scaling ASEAN’s Digital Future – AI, E-Commerce, and Inclusive Tech
- Building a Green ASEAN – Sustainable Practices and Green Economy
- Unleashing ASEAN’s Entrepreneurial Spirit – Empowering MSMEs for Global Impact
The event attracted over 450 industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers, creating a powerful platform for actionable dialogue on ASEAN’s future trajectory.
Recognition Ceremony and Dignitary Attendance
The ASEAN Records certificate was formally presented in the afternoon session, followed by a group photograph with the full panel of speakers. The event was further elevated by the presence of distinguished guests, including:
- YB Senator Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry
- YAB Dato’ Seri Amirudin bin Shari, Chief Minister of Selangor
“This forum reflects FMBA’s unwavering commitment to inclusive growth by uniting ASEAN’s top minds and fostering genuine cross-border collaboration. We are honoured to set this benchmark and contribute to shaping ASEAN’s shared future.” — Dato’ Seri Haji Abdul Malik Abdullah, FMBA Chairman
Entry into the ASEAN Records Hall of Recognition
With this recognition, ABCD Forum 2025 officially joins the ASEAN Records Hall of Recognition, underscoring FMBA’s leadership in driving digital transformation, green growth, and entrepreneurial empowerment across Southeast Asia.
As Malaysia champions inclusivity and sustainability under its ASEAN Chairmanship, ABCD Forum stands as a testament to the power of collaborative leadership in building a resilient and future-ready regional economy. More information: abcd.forum.com
