On the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, held a productive meeting with Jared Cohen, President of Global Affairs at Goldman Sachs, on 22 January 2025. They engaged in a wide-ranging discussion on strengthening resilience in the ASEAN region by modernising trade agreements, attracting green investments, and facilitating the green transition across key sectors. They also explored opportunities arising from the realignment of global supply chains and the potential of generative AI to drive sustainable economic growth. Their exchange underscored the importance of collaborative efforts to navigate global challenges and capitalise on emerging opportunities for long-term prosperity.