New Asia Forum Will Launch in Bali in December 2026
The inaugural event brings global leaders together to target US$30 billion in new investment for the Asia-Pacific region.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Asia
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The New Asia Forum is scheduled to launch in Bali, Indonesia, from December 3-4, 2026, featuring over 1,000 leaders and 100 speakers. Produced by Danantara Indonesia and Richard Attias and Associates, the event aims to bridge the gap between regional economic growth and international capital.
Why it matters
The forum seeks to capitalize on the fact that the Asia-Pacific region generates nearly 60% of global economic growth. By connecting long-term capital with specific opportunities, organizers hope to formalize investment channels across eight strategic sectors.
The inaugural New Asia Forum will host over 1,000 leaders and 100 speakers across 40 sessions in Bali. The event has set an ambitious investment target of US$30 billion.
The players
Danantara Indonesia
This organization is a key producer of the New Asia Forum.
Richard Attias and Associates
This firm specializes in producing global events and is co-producing the upcoming forum.
The details
The event will bring together heads of state, ministers, and CEOs to collaborate on development projects through 40 scheduled sessions. Organizers plan to track investment commitments and progress made during these sessions across future editions of the forum.
Timeline
December 3-4, 2026: The inaugural New Asia Forum will take place in Bali, Indonesia.
Travel Outlook
The New Asia Forum aligns with the long-term trend of the Asia-Pacific region generating 60% of global economic growth. This event marks a departure from fragmented regional investment by centralizing capital discussions within a recurring, professionalized forum environment.
As an international event drawing over 1,000 leaders to Bali, travelers should anticipate higher demand for premium accommodation and limited flight availability during the December 2026 dates. Early booking for this period is recommended for those visiting the region for non-forum business.
The takeaway
The forum establishes a new mechanism for tracking capital flows into one of the world's fastest-growing economic zones. Participants and observers should monitor future editions to see if the US$30 billion target is met as the event matures.
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