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The New Asia Forum: Aiming for $30 Billion in Investments

The New Asia Forum is set to launch on December 3-4 in Bali, Indonesia, as a pioneering platform designed to attract $30 billion in investments for the emerging Asian economies. Under the patronage of Prabowo Subianto, the President of Indonesia, this inaugural event aspires to bridge the gap between long-term capital and the monumental opportunities that will shape the next decade for Asia.

This initiative is driven by Danantara Indonesia—the sovereign wealth fund of Indonesia—and produced by Richard Attias Associates. The goal is clear: to transform this forum into a global gateway for New Asia, connecting funds directly with projects, partnerships, and policymakers ready to turn visions into reality.

The Shifting Economic Landscape

The global economic center of gravity is shifting, signaling the rise of a new generation of economies in the Asia-Pacific region that are increasingly connected and technologically ambitious. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Asia-Pacific is projected to contribute nearly 60% of the world’s economic growth by 2025. Despite this growth, the region still attracts a disproportionately small share of long-term international capital. The New Asia Forum aims to address this financial discrepancy.

Unlike traditional conferences, the New Asia Forum focuses on transaction readiness, capital deployment, and execution. The target of $30 billion will be realized through a carefully selected portfolio of investment-ready opportunities. Attendees will include heads of state, ministers, sovereign investors, and global CEOs committed to translating their analyses into signed agreements across eight strategic sectors:
1. Strategic Resources and Transformation
2. Energy and Power
3. Mobility and Advanced Manufacturing
4. Digital Infrastructure and AI
5. Food and Agribusiness
6. Trade and Connectivity
7. Tourism and Creative Economy
8. Education and Human Capital

Commitment to Ongoing Collaboration

The New Asia Forum will monitor commitments and progress throughout its sessions, establishing a continuous platform for accountability, collaboration, and investment. As stated by Rosan Roeslani, CEO of Danantara Indonesia, "The New Asia Forum brings long-term global capital closer to the opportunities arising in Indonesia and throughout the region." He emphasized Indonesia's position of confidence and ambition in connecting with the world in innovative ways.

Richard Attias, founder and president of Richard Attias Associates, echoed this sentiment, stating, "For decades, Asia has largely been viewed as a destination for global capital. This narrative is evolving." He highlighted that New Asia is not only set to attract capital but is also on the verge of creating and directing this capital to ensure it has the most significant impact.

Exclusive Networking Opportunity

The inaugural forum will be an exclusive, invitation-only event, hosting over 1,000 leaders and featuring more than 100 speakers across 40 sessions over two days. It presents a unique opportunity to foster meaningful connections among key stakeholders prioritizing the transformative potential of the Asian economy.

The New Asia Forum epitomizes the promise of emerging economies in the region, signaling a bright future where Asia leads not just as a hub for investment but as a powerhouse of innovation and growth.