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Securing Emerging Technologies - ASEAN Regional Forum Dialogue on Risk, Compliance & Integrity

Responsible Innovation in the Age of Disruption
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At the 15th ASEAN Regional Forum Inter-Sessional Meeting (ISM) in Honolulu, the Centre for Trade Excellence participated in high-level dialogues focused on the opportunities and vulnerabilities of emerging technologies, specifically biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and quantum technology, within the context of non-proliferation, disarmament, and global trade governance.

As these technologies continue to transform economies and societies, they also introduce new vectors of risk—from dual-use concerns and data exposure to compliance gaps and ethical governance dilemmas.
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From Risk Awareness to Resilient Systems
A key takeaway from the forum was clear: while innovation is essential to sustainable growth, its responsible management is just as critical. The private sector must actively contribute to non-proliferation and risk reduction by strengthening internal governance, investing in compliance systems, and embedding ethical guardrails into R&D and deployment strategies.

Panel discussions explored:

How emerging technologies challenge traditional compliance frameworks and oversight mechanisms
The imperative for cross-sector collaboration on setting and enforcing responsible use standards
Risks of data misuse, export diversion, and supply chain infiltration associated with AI and quantum capabilities
Practical approaches to building internal governance cultures that promote security, transparency, and accountability

Our Role in Enabling Ethical Innovation
At the Centre for Trade Excellence, we advocate for a future in which emerging technologies are harnessed responsibly and securely—without compromising compliance or global security.
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Our engagement at the ASEAN Regional Forum reinforced our commitment to:

Supporting the integration of risk assessments into the innovation lifecycle
Promoting cybersecurity readiness and data integrity within tech-driven sectors
Strengthening ethical frameworks that align technological progress with non-proliferation objectives
Facilitating dialogue between regulators, technologists, and private sector leaders to anticipate and mitigate emerging risks

Looking Ahead
As the boundaries of innovation expand, so too must our capacity to govern it. By embedding risk intelligence and business integrity into the way technologies are developed and deployed, we not only protect global security—but also strengthen public trust and economic opportunity.
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We extend our thanks to our co-panelists Micah Lowenthal, Ashok Ajoy, and Adam Attarian, as well as our gracious hosts and ASEAN delegates for an insightful and energising dialogue.

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