Going Global: The Rise of Asia’s Multinationals

A new generation of Southeast Asian multinationals is moving beyond domestic markets in search of growth, scale, and strategic advantage. From Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and beyond, companies are expanding through acquisitions, regional supply chains, new customer markets, and investments in technology and brands. For many, international growth is not simply about exporting a successful home-market model: it is a route to build capabilities, move into higher-value parts of global value chains, and gain greater control over where value is created. This panel brings together CEOs leading that push to examine what it takes to build enduring regional—and ultimately global—champions. Omi Dang, Chairlady, AgriS Peter Chen, Head of Asia Pacific, JINGDONG Industrials Cuong Dang, Founder and Chairman, Vietnam Vanguard