UAC 2026: Navigating Future

Featuring 7+ distinguished speakers from across Southeast Asia and Australia.
Bringing together professionals from diverse fields to discuss pressing issues across two panels, focusing on the themes of ASEAN as a Middle Power, Trade and Economic Cooperation, Critical Minerals Supply Chain and Renewable Energy.
This year’s theme highlights the Southeast Asian region’s trajectory into the future.
Expect thought-provoking discussions, progressive questions, and exposure to innovative solutions shaping Southeast Asia led by our panelists.
Previous conferences have hosted inspiring speakers such as H.E. Ekkaphab Phanthavong, Dr. Ilango Karuppannan, and Ms. Robyn Mudie.
Proudly organized by UNSW ASEAN Society, empowering Southeast Asians and inspiring the next generation of leaders.

Saturday 3rd October 2026
9:15AM - 10:00 AM	Registrations Open
10:00AM- 10:30AM	Opening Ceremony
10:30AM- 11:30PM	Lunch
11:30PM- 13:00PM	Session 1: Union, Bloc, or Bystander? ASEAN's Place in Tomorrow's Indo-Pacific
13:00PM-14:00PM	Networking/ Intercultural Break
14:00PM- 15:30PM	Session 2: Caught in the Crossfire: ASEAN's Geo-Economic Dilemmas
15:30PM- 16:00PM	Closing Ceremony

Further details for on-day schedule to be released near event day.

Event Highlights

Access to all panel sessions
Exclusive networking with keynote, session speakers and consulate delegates.
Curated Southeast Asian lunch and snacks and conference goodies

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