UNSW ASEAN CONFERENCE 2026
Description
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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