Australia and Southeast Asia: Unlocking Growth and Transition Opportunities
What’s happening
Southeast Asia is one of the fastest-growing regions in the world and a key partner in Australia’s long-term prosperity. As both regions navigate the transition to a net zero economy, deepening investment and trade ties will be critical.
To advance this goal, the Australian Government has developed the Invested: Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 and launched the $2 billion Southeast Asia Investment Financing Facility (SEAIFF). Recent government commitments include a A$175 million investment in IFM Investors’ Asia-Pacific Debt Fund, which targets key sectors such as renewable energy, telecommunications and logistics, as well as USD$50 million in a new Southeast Asia Public Private Partnership investment fund established by Plenary, an Australian Infrastructure specialist. Both investments, administered by Export Finance Australia, will help Australian businesses and investors expand their presence in Southeast Asia.
Why this matters
Southeast Asia presents significant growth potential. The region’s demand for clean energy and sustainable infrastructure is projected to generate around A$4 trillion in green investment opportunities by 2030, potentially rising to A$15 trillion by 2050. Unlocking this potential requires coordinated action between governments, investors and industry to reduce barriers, de-risk projects and accelerate the transition to a low-emissions economy.
Join us to explore how Australia’s partnership with Southeast Asia is helping to unlock these opportunities, boost investment, enhance economic resilience, and support the transition to net zero across our region.
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