Inclusive Asean digital economy sought
ASEAN Business Advisory Council Philippines chair Jose Ma. Concepcion III is advocating for a more inclusive digital economy across Southeast Asia. The initiative aims to support micro, small, and medium enterprises, particularly women entrepreneurs, through digital transformation and mentorship programs.
Why it matters
Digital integration is critical for economic growth in Southeast Asia, and ensuring inclusivity helps bridge the gap for underrepresented business sectors.
MANILA, Philippines - A more inclusive and borderless digital economy in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations is being sought by ASEAN Business Advisory Council (BAC) Philippines chair Jose Ma. Concepcion III.
At the ASEAN Tech Summit Manila on Tuesday, the founder of Go Negosyo stressed that ASEAN's digital transformation must create opportunities for everyone, especially micro, small and medium enterprises, women entrepreneurs and other underrepresented sectors.
"We want to have an inclusive economy. Many of these people who are in micro business are women. These are the people we must help," Concepcion said.
"Digitalization has done wonders by providing access to markets, fintech and these new technologies. This will enable our entrepreneurs to scale up. ASEAN will only be successful if we truly make it inclusive," he added.
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