In November 2024, CEO John Chiu represented FTS International Express at the 30th ASEAN Transport Ministers (ATM) Meeting held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event brought together top transportation officials from Southeast Asia and key representatives from U.S. companies to advance regional connectivity and collaboration.
Hosted by Malaysia from November 20-22, the ATM included a multi-sectoral delegation led by the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council, co-headed by Senior Vice President and Regional Managing Director Ambassador Brian McFeeters (ret.) and FedEx’s Head of Government Affairs for ASEAN Ilham Bustami. The delegation reiterated its commitment to ASEAN’s connectivity goals and engaged in policy discussions to enhance regional transport integration.
During the meeting, policy recommendations were presented, including the Council’s “Policy Paper on Integrated Transport Solutions in ASEAN.” This document outlined strategies to address challenges in transport master planning, promote public-private partnerships, support ESG investments, and reform customs procedures. Key areas of focus included enhancing supply chain resilience, improving road safety, modernizing the logistics sector, and fostering sustainable transport initiatives.
Highlights of the Business Mission included:
- A working luncheon consultation with ASEAN Transport Ministers, Timor-Leste, and the ASEAN Secretariat, where participating companies shared solutions for regional transport challenges.
- Bilateral meetings with prominent transport leaders, including Malaysia’s Transport Minister Anthony Loke, Brunei’s Transport and Infocommunications Minister Shamhary Mustapha, the Philippines’ Transport Secretary Jaime Bautista, and Vietnam’s Transport Minister Nguyen Duy Lam.
- Engagements with ASEAN Deputy Secretary General Satvinder Singh and U.S. Mission to ASEAN Chargé d’Affaires Kate Rebholz.
Prominent U.S. companies such as FedEx, 3M, Boeing, UPS, UltraPass, FTS International Express, and Atlas Air participated in the Business Mission, showcasing their commitment to supporting ASEAN’s transport connectivity and economic growth.
Founded in 1984, the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council continues to serve as the premier advocacy organization for U.S. corporations in the dynamic ASEAN region. With a membership of over 170 companies generating nearly $7 trillion in revenue, the Council remains a key partner in fostering economic development and regional cooperation.
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