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INVEST@Southeast Asia Forum 2024

Wednesday, December 11 | 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Conference Tower 606  

Free  Simultaneous Interpretation

 

INVEST@Southeast Asia Forum 2024 offers an exclusive opportunity for industry leaders, investors, and stakeholders to explore the evolving investment landscape in Southeast Asia. 
In-light of Southeast Asia's emergence as a pivotal semiconductor manufacturing hub, this forum provides crucial insights into the region's growing significance in global supply chains. Attendees can gain an in-depth grasp of investment opportunities across participating nations from Southeast Asia.

    

 

Program Agenda
*Please note that the program may be subject to change.

   

14:30 - 14:40
Opening Remarks
Dato’ KL Bock
Dato’ KL Bock
SEMI Southeast Asia Regional Advisory Board Member
Senior Vice President, Global Flash Backend Operations, Western Digital
 
14:40 - 14:55
Powering Global Supply Chains: The Philippines as a Regional Hub for Innovation-Driven Semiconductor and Electronics
Dita Angara- Mathay
Dita Angara-Mathay
Special Trade Representative
Philippine Trade and Investment Center

The Philippines offers a strong value proposition for global investors in the semiconductor and electronics industry, with established capabilities in manufacturing, packaging, assembly, and testing, alongside a growing base of IC design companies. As the sector accounts for over 60% of the country’s exports, the Philippines is a key player in global supply chains. Supported by a skilled, English-speaking workforce and government incentives such as tax holidays and streamlined business processes, the country provides an attractive environment for foreign companies seeking to invest in a dynamic, innovation-driven industry.

14:55 - 15:10
CIRCUIT OF INNOVATION: Powering Thailand as a Smart Electronics Powerhouse
Wirat
Wirat Tatsaringkansakul
Deputy Secretary General
Thailand Board of Investment

The opportunities for Thailand are not just limited to the supply side; demand also accelerates this momentum. The development of key industries such as EVs, renewable energy, and data centers has significantly accelerated the demand for semiconductors, as these sectors require advanced electronic parts and smart components to function effectively.

Thailand’s EV industry is rapidly expanding due to ambitious policies such as the 30@30 policy, which aims to produce 725,000 ZEVs by 2030. As Thailand strives to become a hub for EVs, the industry requires a comprehensive supply chain from upstream to downstream, including electronic parts and components. EVs rely on sophisticated electronic components like semiconductors, which are integral to battery management systems, power electronics, and advanced sensors to ensure optimal performance and safety. This presents a significant opportunity for semiconductor investors to meet this growing demand.

Thailand is committed to achieving 30% renewable energy in its total energy consumption by 2037, carbon neutrality by 2050, and net zero emissions by 2065. Meeting these ambitious targets necessitates substantial contributions from the energy sector. Transforming traditional energy sources to renewable energy requires the development of smart systems that depend heavily on advanced electronics for efficient energy conversion, storage, and distribution. Semiconductors and other smart electronic components are essential for maximizing energy output and ensuring the stability of the power grid.

Thailand is also home to more than 30 data centers, ranking 6th in Asia and 3rd in ASEAN. With plans from major firms like Microsoft and Amazon to build data centers in Thailand, there will be a proliferation of cloud services, IoT, and digital businesses, all of which demand robust infrastructure. Consequently, the growth of data centers significantly boosts the demand for semiconductors and other relevant electronic parts, contributing to the overall expansion of the industry.

15:10 - 15:25
TBD
TBA
15:25 - 15:40
 Dato’ Hasan Azhari Idris
Dato' Hasan Azhari Idris
Chief Executive Officer
Invest Selangor
15:40 - 15:55
Izran Abdullah
Izran Abdullah
Director
Malaysian Investment Development Authority, Tokyo Office
15:55 - 16:10
 Vo Xuan Hoai
Vo Xuan Hoai
Deputy Director
National Innovation Center (NIC)
16:10 - 16:55
Panel Discussion
Kevin Wu
Moderator
Kevin Wu
Partner
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
16:55 - 17:00
Closing Remarks