UK Mission to ASEAN

12/06/2026

Promoting resilient and responsible critical minerals supply chains in ASEAN.
 
The UK was pleased to participate in the International Investment Forum on Critical Minerals in Jakarta, organised by ERIA and Asian Development Bank, which brought together governments, industry leaders and implementing partners to advance ASEAN’s critical minerals agenda.
 
The UK supports efforts to build responsible, transparent, and sustainable minerals supply chains across the region. We shared that strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards are not just good practice, they are now key for attracting investment and securing market access.

The UK also highlighted the importance of diversification across the critical minerals value chain. With supply chains still heavily concentrated and exposed to risks, stronger international collaboration and more diversified sources of finance, technology and offtake are critical to strengthening resilience.

Working alongside ASEAN and international partners, the UK is taking a practical, partner-led approach, supporting governance, traceability and investment pipelines that enable countries to realise greater value from their resources while promoting inclusive and sustainable growth.

We look forward to working more closely with ASEAN to build a more resilient, diversified, and responsible global critical minerals ecosystem.
 

11/06/2026

Our UK–ASEAN Health Security Partnership is investing to strengthen Southeast Asia’s capacity to detect, contain and respond to potential pandemics, as well as to tackle antimicrobial resistance and health risks linked to climate change.

As Minister for the Indo-Pacific, Seema Malhotra, noted in The Telegraph during her visit to , this is an example of what a modern development partnership should look like.

Read more here ⬇️
telegraph.co.uk/global-health/science-and-disease/britain-invests-25m-to-halt-new-pandemic-risks-in-southeast/

08/06/2026

🌏 Advancing Climate Transparency Across ASEAN: From Diagnostics to Implementation
 
Over the past few months, ASEAN Member States have made strong progress in strengthening climate policies through a series of workshops supported by the ASEAN-UK Green Transition Fund, delivered through the SPHERE project, and implemented by EY Singapore.
 
Here’s a quick snapshot of the journey 👇
 
🔍 From Diagnostics to Priorities   

Identified areas to further strengthen climate tracking systems, including governance, institutional coordination, and digital infrastructure to help with tracking climate goals and emissions.
 
🧩 From Priorities to Solutions

Shaped practical, country-relevant solutions through a proposed MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification) digital toolkit designed to be modular, flexible, and able to complement existing national systems. 
 
⚒️ From Solutions to Implementation

Strengthened technical capacities through hands-on training, explored integration best practices, and refined key resources to support effective implementation.

Together, these efforts reflect a shared journey toward a more aligned, effective, and future-ready approach to climate transparency across . 🌱✨

08/06/2026

05/06/2026

Nature thrives on connection, and so do the best climate solutions.

On , we celebrate people across Southeast Asia leading efforts to protect our planet. Through the ASEAN-UK Green Transition Fund, ASEAN and the UK are working hand-in-hand to support community-driven conservation.

From farmers championing native tree restoration, to regional experts exchanging hands-on wetland management practices, this partnership empowers local action and knowledge exchange.

Swipe to see how communities across the region are working together to build a more resilient future! ➡️

04/06/2026

The Indo-Pacific is central to global security, and a key priority for the UK.

Through partnerships such as AUKUS and the Five Power Defence Arrangements, the UK is working closely with our allies and partners to strengthen security and safeguard regional stability.

Watch 🇬🇧 Chief of Defence Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton, as he reflects on this year’s Shangri-La Dialogue and the UK’s enduring commitment to support a free and open Indo-Pacific 👇

03/06/2026

This year, and the celebrate five years of the UK as an ASEAN Dialogue Partner.

To mark the milestone, we’re launching a new series:
ASEAN–UK Unwrapped: Economic Series 💡

UK–ASEAN trade has now reached over £60 billion, reflecting the growing opportunities in one of the world’s most dynamic regions. Across Southeast Asia, strong economic ties, open markets and regional connectivity continue to drive growth and resilience.

ASEAN and the UK are working to make it easier for businesses to trade, innovate and scale across borders.

Five years on, we’re still unwrapping what partnership can deliver.

01/06/2026

The UK-ASEAN Health Security Partnership is investing to strengthen Southeast Asia’s capacity to detect, contain, and respond to potential pandemics. The initiative also targets antimicrobial resistance and health risks linked to climate change.

During a visit to Thailand to meet grant recipients, Minister for the Indo-Pacific Seema Malhotra spoke with The Telegraph about our modern development partnership with ASEAN and our cooperation to strengthen global health security.

Read the full article here: telegraph.co.uk/global-health/science-and-disease/britain-invests-25m-to-halt-new-pandemic-risks-in-southeast/

New funding will boost capacity in a known hotspot for dangerous pathogens, and also tackle threats from drug resistance to food safety

28/05/2026

28/05/2026

What’s in Col Eddie’s bag? 👀🎒

Spoiler: It’s not just the essentials – it’s the UK’s Indo‑Pacific game plan.

Watch our Head of British Defence Staff (Southeast Asia) as he unpacks the UK delegation’s priorities at the Shangri-La Dialogue – from strengthening partnerships to advancing regional security – one item at a time.