With a young, tech-savvy population, strong digital foundations, and increasing global investment, Southeast Asia is uniquely positioned to become a global AI powerhouse.

This report dives deep into the region’s AI landscape—both predictive and generative AI, as well as the rise of agentic AI—uncovering opportunities, identifying challenges, and offering actionable insights for policymakers, business leaders, and ecosystem enablers.

Built on input from nearly 200 companies and 20+ senior executives across the ASEAN-6, the findings reveal:
  • Where value can be created across sectors
  • What’s needed to bridge talent and infrastructure gaps
  • How collaboration can accelerate growth and innovation
Now is the time for bold moves and cross-border partnerships to shape a future where Southeast Asia leads in AI-driven growth.