Frequently Asked Questions
The ASEAN-UK Economic Integration Programme (EIP) is a UK government-funded initiative delivered in partnership with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The programme aims to reduce poverty and support inclusive growth in ASEAN by improving policies, expanding finance and trade, and promoting digital tools, with a strong focus on support for women and MSMEs.
EIP operates through three pillars: Regulatory Reform, Open Trade, and Financial Services. The programme is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and implemented by a consortium of technical specialists.
The ASEAN-UK Economic Integration Programme covers all eleven ASEAN Member States: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Timor-Leste.
Some programme activities are regional in nature and benefit all member states simultaneously, while others involve targeted country-level technical assistance in priority economies.
The United Kingdom is a key ASEAN Dialogue Partner since 2021 and brings strengths in key areas that matter to ASEAN, including financial services, digital economy, sustainability, and regulatory expertise.
The current phase of the ASEAN-UK Economic Integration Programme runs from November 2023 to March 2029.
There are several ways to stay informed about AEIP activities and outputs:
- Social Media: Follow EIP on LinkedIn for real-time updates.
- Publications Library: Our Resource Library contains all publicly available reports, toolkits, and knowledge products. New documents are added regularly.
- Events Calendar: Upcoming workshops, webinars, and conferences are listed on our News and Updates page.
For more information, please contact us directly.
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