06 Sep 2018
The 9th ASEAN Connectivity Symposium was held in Singapore on Thursday, 6 September 2018. The Symposium serves as an important platform to conduct two-way conversation between ASEAN and the key stake-holders, including the private sector and multilateral development institutions involved in ASEAN’s Connectivity agenda. In his opening remarks, the Chair of the ASEAN Connectivity Coordinating Committee (ACCC) Ambassador Tan Hung Seng reiterated that the fundamental objective of MPAC 2025 is to establish a seamlessly connected ASEAN that will deliver tangible benefits to ASEAN citizens. He also highlighted that MPAC 2025 is designed to ensure better delivery of results by having: (i) focussed targets, and clear governance and ownership; (ii) a robust performance management system; and (iii) proactive stakeholder engagement. Using the analogy of a triathlon, Ambassador Tan highlighted the multi-year, cross-cutting nature of MPAC 2025, and encouraged ASEAN and the stake-holders to adopt a strategic and long-term approach towards ASEAN Connectivity.
