Asean's Ambitious Aspirations: Can the Region Deliver? Asean's goal to become the world's fourth largest economy by 2030 is a daunting challenge.
Despite progress in strengthening regional trade and economic integration, intra trade within Asean countries remains low, at under 25%. This highlights the region's fragmented economic landscape.
Malaysia, chairing the Asean Economic Community (AEC), has driven key resolutions aimed at boosting regional growth.