ASEAN Plus Business Alliance (APBA) is pleased to share that our Co-Chairman Tan Chong Huat, who also serves as Chairman of the Asia Academy of Digital Economics (AADE), has co-authored a thought leadership commentary published in The Straits Times.

The commentary explores how Singapore can accelerate AI adoption by moving beyond strategy and pilot projects towards practical deployment that delivers measurable business and economic value. It also examines the importance of trusted governance, scalable implementation and cross-border interoperability in strengthening Singapore’s position as a leading digital economy. Drawing on insights from the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference in Beijing, the authors share observations on how AI is being integrated into real-world industries and what Singapore can do to accelerate meaningful adoption.

Read the full article in The Straits Times here.