Five years after the UK became a dialogue partner with ASEAN, the partnership has demonstrated its value, with two-way trade now exceeding £60 billion. The first ASEAN–UK Plan of Action has been delivered.
The UK was the fourth largest investor in ASEAN in 2024, reflecting confidence in the region's growth and stability. The UK's accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) connects UK businesses to four ASEAN economies.
Looking ahead, the next ASEAN–UK Plan of Action for 2027 to 2031 is being developed. This plan aims to strengthen economic resilience, support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), agree on rules for a digital economy, and mobilise green finance.