It will bring together more than 200 representatives from medium and large businesses, business associations and government structures from Russia, Malaysia, and ASEAN countries. Organised by Roscongress Foundation, the forum will be held in Kuala Lumpur from November 26 to 27.

The focus of the forum will be on the central theme of overcoming global challenges, by forging actionable partnerships and joint projects that drive socio-economic development of Russia and ASEAN countries. The event aims to consolidate the positions of key economic players in the region.

Participants of the forum, will discuss collaboration prospects between Russia and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

They will also explore cooperation opportunities in areas such as; economics and finance, the oil and gas and chemical industries, transportation, technology, innovation, information security, science and education, medicine, tourism, and the humanitarian sector.

Focal points will be on agricultural cooperation, with discussions on food security, fertilizer supplies, and agricultural technology exchanges.

The forum will serve as an essential platform, for discussions and extensive coverage on strengthening trade and investment ties between Russia and ASEAN.