The Philippine delegation attended the 4th India Asean Expo & Summit on February 21 to 23, and also met with H.E. Alvin de Leon, Chargè de Affairs of the Philippine Embassy, New Delhi. The summit, with a theme of “Co-Creating the Future,” aims to provide a platform for the policy makers, industry experts, and business leaders to come together towards achieving a common goal between ASEAN and India. It also served as a platform for buyer-seller meetings to provide the opportunity for businesses to interact closely with their counterparts.

The Philiipine-India Business Council nominated Mr. Mario Jordon “Magellan”Fetalino III, Founder and CEO of Acudeen Technologies Inc., as one of the speakers for the event along with the CEO’s of leading organizations, President of Industry Associations, Head of Government Agencies, Government Officials and many more.

The summit was attended by Ministers, Senior Government Officials and business delegations from the 10 ASEAN countries. The program also included the participation of industries from the Dialogue Partner Countries of ASEAN. 

Shri Suresh Prabhu, Minister of Commerce and Industry of India, inaugurated the exhibition and summit along with his ASEAN counterparts. Delegates were welcomed to the summit with vibrant and cultural performances showcasing India and ASEAN’s rich cultures and highlights. 

The 4th India-ASEAN Expo & Summit offered an array of opportunities to governments, stakeholders and industries to capitalize on and sustain the momentum of trade.