4th Asian Convergence Initiative 2026

Name: 4th Asian Convergence Initiative 2026
Start: 2026-03-05T18:00:00+08:00
End: 2026-03-08T17:00:00+08:00
Location: Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

Schedule

Thu, 05 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC+08:00

Location

Kuala Lumpur Malaysia | Kuala Lumpur, KL

4TH ASIAN CONVERGENCE INITIATIVE
March 05-08, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Rationale:
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), established on August 8, 1967, has become one of the world’s most dynamic regional organizations fostering peace, security, and cooperation
among its ten member states. With a combined GDP of USD 4.1 trillion and a population approximately 700 million, ASEAN is the fifth-largest economy globally and a vital engine of global
growth. Anchored on three pillars—the Political-Security Community, Economic Community, and Socio-Cultural Community—ASEAN continues to advance regional integration, inclusive growth, and sustainable development.
Yet, the region faces mounting challenges driven by rapid urbanization, environmental pressures, and uneven access to essential services. These issues call for strengthened regional cooperation and multi-sectoral collaboration toward shared prosperity and sustainable progress.
Malaysia, as one of ASEAN’s founding members, has been instrumental in shaping the region’s direction. It has consistently promoted regional economic integration, people-centered
development, and the pursuit of sustainability. Malaysia played a key role in formulating the ASEAN Vision 2025 and has championed initiatives on green growth, education, and digital transformation. With its robust manufacturing, services, and digital economies, Malaysia serves as a bridge for trade and investment within the region. Its policies on inclusive education, renewable energy, and human capital development demonstrate its commitment to building a more sustainable and
equitable ASEAN.
In this light, the Asian Network for Sustainable Development (ANSD) Inc. and Bridging Leaders for Sustainable Development Inc., in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI), with technical support from Asuelo Management Consultancy and Impact Southeast Asia Travel and Tours, will convene the 4th Asian Convergence Initiative: Multisectoral Forum on Understanding ASEAN at the Crossroads of Progress and Development, themed “Sustaining Asian Growth through Achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”, on
March 05-08, 2026, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Project Description
This is a 4-day interactive conference for local and regional leaders, private sectors, and various stakeholders with modular learning for leadership and management, financial management and resources mobilization, SDG education, policy development and action planning. Various speakers from the government, organizations, sustainable development experts, and private sectors will contribute to facilitating a productive conference.
Methodology
1. Plenary Discussions and Presentation
2. Panel Discussions and Open Forum
3. Benchmarking and Consultation
Objectives:
1. To raise awareness and intensify the
education, information and advocacy for
Sustainable Development Goals in the Asian
Region.
2. To understand the importance and relevance of
ASEAN to local governance and its people.
3. To promote economic cooperation within
ASEAN and Asian Region.
4. To help align the ASEAN agenda and objectives
in all local policies, programs and initiatives
5. To mainstream multi sectoral efforts at the local
level to promote the ASEAN Agenda and
SDGs.
TARGET PARTICIPANTS:
1. Local Chief Executives
2. Local Policymakers (Vice Governor, Board
Member, Vice Mayor, Councilor)
3. Barangay Officials
4. Academes
5. Business and Private Sector
6. Business Chambers and Civil Society
Organizations
Registration Fee:
Registration Fee: is at PHP 36,000.00 per pax to
cover the following:
1. Accommodation (4 days and 3 nights,
Twin-sharing and standard inclusions)
2. Lunches and Snacks
3. T-shirt and ID
4. Conference Kit and Handouts
5. Documentation and Certificate
6. Conference Fee
7. Educational Tour and Benchmarking
Method and Deadline of Registration:
Those who desire to attend must comply with the requirements by filling up the registration form and submitting a
deposit slip. Once verified, you will receive an email with a confirmation letter and travel advisory containing all
information for the event. You may access the registration form at bit.ly/4thACIRegistrationForm. For more
information, you can email us at [email protected] or via telephone number at +63 (02) 7917
– 8145, mobile +63 942-554-4037 (Smart), +63 915-163-3984 (Globe).
The deadline of Registration is on February 20, 2026. Late registration will have additional PHP 2,000.00 charge
(pre-approval is needed). No refunds are allowed for non-appearance. Please confirm your attendance before
buying your airfare ticket and wait for the confirmation and travel advisory.
All payments can be done through the following:
1. Philippine Bank of Communications (PBCOM)
Savings Account Name: Bridging Leaders for Sustainable
Development (BLSD) Inc.
Account Number: 227-10-100148-7
2. BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO)
Savings Account Name: Asuelo Management Consultancy
Account Number: 005648015690
3. BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO)
Savings Account Name: Impact Southeast Asia Travel and Tours
Account Number: 005648016182
4. GCASH and Paymaya Payment Options
Please inquire in our secretariat through the details provided below.
Correspondence:
For General Inquiry and Confirmation:
The Asian Network for Sustainable Development (ANSD) Inc.
Regional Office in Asia and the Pacific
Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1, Level 11, 8 Marina Boulevard,
Singapore, Singapore
Telephone No: (+65) 6653 4123
Email: [email protected]
Telephone No. +63 (02) 7002-6923
Bridging Leaders for Sustainable Development Inc.
BLSD Office, 5th Floor, Phinma Plaza, Plaza Drive, Rockwell Center,
Makati City, Metro Manila. Philippines
Telephone No. +63 (02) 7917-8145
Telefax No. +63 (02) 7917-8146
Mobile No: +63 942-554-4037 | 0915-163-3984
Email Address: [email protected]
Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/blsd.inc