ASEAN CIRCULAR ECONOMY FORUM 2025| 16 -17 OCTOBER 2025 (MAIN EVENT)| HALL 8A KL CONVENTION CENTRE

In 2025, the ACEF is scheduled to take place in Malaysia, which holds the ASEAN Chairmanship this year, with a theme closely tied to the circular economy transition: “Inclusivity and Sustainability.” Central to this theme is Malaysia’s concept of MADANI, which aims to promote a more inclusive, sustainable, and prosperous society. Malaysia’s Prime Minister, Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, in his opening remarks at the Khazanah Megatrends Forum on 7 October 2024, stated that the development pathway must be forward-looking, and solutions must serve the well-being of the people, addressing inequality and fostering a mindset of shared responsibility and innovation.          

Transitioning to a circular economy can help the region achieve these objectives. Inclusivity and Sustainability also provide an opportunity for regional community-building efforts and enhancing intra-ASEAN trade and investment. Implementing circular solutions in key sectors will play a crucial part in achieving the objectives of ASEAN’s Community Vision 2045. Hence, under its Chairmanship, Malaysia plans several initiatives specifically focused on advancing a circular economy, including the inauguration of the Centre of Excellence for Green Transition, which will provide training for MSMEs. Malaysia is also actively promoting the transition to circular domestic practices through the Circular Economy Blueprint for Solid Waste and the Circular Economy Policy Framework for the Manufacturing Sector.

For detailed agenda and registration information, please visit: https://acef2025.acsdsd.org/