Economic Resilience of ASEAN Amid Global Uncertainty: A Collaborative Strategy Analysis Post-OCBC Forum 2025

Studies Management and Finance Economics, of Journal 0504-2644 (online): ISSN 0490,-2644 (print): ISSN 5202 November 11 Issue 80 Volume 8.317 Factor: Impact ,17-i11-10.47191/jefms/v8 DOI: Article 2972 -7284 No: Page JEFMS, Volume 08 Issue 11 November 2025 www.ijefm.co.in Page 7284 Economic Resilience of ASEAN Amid Global Uncertainty: A Collaborative Strategy Analysis Post-OCBC Forum 2025 Maximilianus Aditia Hersadjati1, Sari Damayanti2, Fitriadi3, Renny Indah Purnama Dewi4 1,2,3,4Master’s Program in Economics, Universitas Palangka Raya, Indonesia ABSTRACT: This study aims to analyze ASEAN’s economic resilience amid global uncertainty through collaborative strategies following the OCBC Forum 2025. Global disruptions—triggered by China’s economic slowdown, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and commodity price volatility—have pressured the region’s macroeconomic stability. Using thematic and policy analysis, the study identifies six key collaborative strategies: fiscal harmonization, intra-ASEAN trade, MSME digitalization, trade partner diversification, supply chain integration, and collective economic diplomacy. The research novelty lies in: (1) integrating thematic and longitudinal regional policy analysis, (2) formulating resilience indicators based on collaborative strategies, and (3) validating interpretations through multi-source narrative triangulation. Empirical data show that MSME digitalization and intra-ASEAN trade significantly impact GDP growth, inflation stability, and informal sector resilience. The study concludes that ASEAN possesses adaptive and measurable collective capacity to respond to external shocks, and recommends strengthening fiscal coordination, expanding MSME digital platforms, and advancing proactive economic diplomacy as future policy directions. KEYWORDS: Economic resilience, ASEAN, collaborative strategy, MSME digitalization, regional policy 1. INTRODUCTION In recent years, the global economy has faced significant pressure due to a confluence of external dynamics. One of the key factors is the economic slowdown in China, which, as a major trading partner of ASEAN, directly affects export volumes, investment flows, and the stability of regional supply chains. China’s GDP growth declined from 5.2% in 2023 to 4.1% in Q1 2025, raising concerns about trade and investment prospects across Southeast Asia. Moreover, the prolonged Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to generate geopolitical uncertainty and trigger fluctuations in global commodity prices, particularly energy and food. Crude oil prices surged past USD 100 per barrel in early 2025, while wheat and fertilizer prices spiked, impacting inflation and purchasing power in ASEAN countries. These instabilities are further exacerbated by global supply chain fragmentation and rising protectionism in advanced economies. Against this backdrop, ASEAN faces a formidable challenge in maintaining regional economic resilience. Economic resilience encompasses not only the ability to withstand external shocks but also the adaptive and collaborative capacity of member states to formulate responsive and integrated policies. ` Figure 1.1: ASEAN Economic Resilience Indicator Graph Amid Global Uncertainty Post-OCBC Forum 2025 Economic Resilience of ASEAN Amid Global Uncertainty: A Collaborative Strategy Analysis Post-OCBC Forum 2025 JEFMS, Volume 08 Issue 11 November 2025 www.ijefm.co.in Page 7285 This chart presents four key indicators of ASEAN’s economic resilience from 2015 to 2024, contextualized within the region’s strategic response to global uncertainty and collaborative policy coordination following the OCBC Forum 2025. GDP Growth >4% (Blue Bars); The blue bars represent annual GDP growth across ASEAN. From 2015 to 2019, growth consistently exceeded 4%, reflecting robust regional performance. A sharp contraction occurred in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by a gradual recovery, with growth surpassing 4% again by 2023–2024. This trend underscores ASEAN’s structural resilience and coordinated fiscal stimulus. Inflation Controlled <4% (Red Bars); The red bars indicate inflation rates across ASEAN. Inflation remained below 4% for most of the period, except for a temporary spike in 2020. The return to controlled inflation levels post-2021 reflects effective monetary policy harmonization and regional price stabilization mechanisms. Decreased Dependence on Exports to China (Green Line); The green line illustrates ASEAN’s strategic diversification of trade partners. Dependence on exports to China declined from approximately 22% in 2015 to 13% in 2024. This reduction aligns with ASEAN’s efforts to strengthen intra-regional trade and expand economic ties with India, the EU, and emerging markets. MSME Digitalization (Orange Line); The orange line tracks the digitalization rate of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Starting at 40% in 2015, the rate rose steadily to 51% by 2024. This reflects the success of regional initiatives such as Go Digital ASEAN and the integration of MSMEs into cross-border e-commerce platforms, enhancing informal sector resilience and technological adaptation. The OCBC 2025 Forum (Open Collaborative for Building Capacity), held in Jakarta, marked a pivotal moment for ASEAN to strengthen economic policy coordination. The forum convened stakeholders from public, private, and academic sectors to formulate collaborative strategies in response to global uncertainty. Key issues discussed included fiscal policy harmonization, MSME digitalization, intraASEAN trade enhancement, and regional economic diplomacy. Based on this background, the study aims to analyze the collaborative strategies formulated by ASEAN member states following the OCBC 2025 Forum to reinforce regional economic resilience. The research question posed is: How do ASEAN’s collaborative strategies strengthen economic resilience amid global uncertainty? 2. THEORETICAL REVIEW 2.1. Conceptualizing Regional Economic Resilience Economic resilience refers to the capacity of a region to absorb, adapt to, and recover from external shocks while maintaining longterm growth and stability. According to Martin and Sunley (2015), regional resilience is not merely about recovery but involves structural transformation and institutional adaptability. In the ASEAN context, this includes diversifying trade partners, enhancing intra-regional trade, and building fiscal coordination mechanisms. Briguglio et al. (2009) emphasize that economic resilience is shaped by macroeconomic stability, market efficiency, governance quality, and social cohesion. These dimensions are particularly relevant for ASEAN, given its diversity in economic structures and institutional capacities. 2.2. ASEAN’s Collaborative Economic Framework ASEAN’s economic cooperation is rooted in principles of consensus, non-interference, and gradual integration. Dent (2008) introduces the concept of “soft institutionalism” to describe ASEAN’s flexible and dialogue-based approach to regionalism. This model allows member states to pursue collaborative strategies without rigid supranational constraints. The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), and ASEAN+3 mechanisms exemplify ASEAN’s commitment to economic integration. According to Severino (2006), ASEAN’s strength lies in its ability to harmonize diverse national interests through incremental and inclusive policy coordination. 2.3. Global Uncertainty and ASEAN’s Strategic Response Global uncertainty—driven by China’s economic slowdown, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and commodity price volatility—poses significant challenges to ASEAN’s external trade and investment flows. Baldwin and Evenett (2020) argue that supply chain resilience and coordinated policy responses are critical in mitigating such disruptions. Mahbubani (2020) highlights ASEAN’s geopolitical balancing act, noting that strategic neutrality and diversified partnerships are essential for navigating global tensions. The OCBC Forum 2025 reflects ASEAN’s proactive stance in consolidating regional strategies to buffer against external shocks. 2.4. Digital Transformation and MSME Resilience Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) form the backbone of ASEAN’s economy. OECD (2021) asserts that digitalization enhances MSME productivity, market access, and crisis adaptability. In ASEAN, initiatives such as Go Digital ASEAN and regional ecommerce platforms are instrumental in strengthening MSME resilience. Economic Resilience of ASEAN Amid Global Uncertainty: A Collaborative Strategy Analysis Post-OCBC Forum 2025 JEFMS, Volume 08 Issue 11 November 2025 www.ijefm.co.in Page 7286 Tambunan (2019) emphasizes that financial literacy, access to capital, and digital infrastructure are key enablers for MSME sustainability, especially during periods of economic volatility. 2.5. Economic Diplomacy and Trade Diversification Ravenhill (2017) underscores the importance of economic diplomacy in expanding ASEAN’s trade networks and negotiating favorable terms in multilateral forums. ASEAN’s engagement with India, the EU, and emerging economies reflects a strategic shift toward trade diversification and reduced dependency on traditional partners like China and the US. The OCBC Forum 2025 serves as a platform for ASEAN to articulate a unified economic diplomacy agenda, aligning national priorities with regional resilience goals. 2.6 Synthesis The literature reveals that ASEAN’s economic resilience is contingent upon: - Structural adaptability and institutional coordination - Inclusive and flexible regionalism - Strategic responses to global disruptions - MSME digital empowerment - Diversified economic diplomacy These theoretical foundations provide a robust framework for analyzing ASEAN’s collaborative strategies post-OCBC Forum 2025. 3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 3.1 Type and Approach of Research This research is a policy study using a descriptive-qualitative approach. It aims to deeply understand ASEAN’s collaborative strategies in responding to global uncertainty. The focus lies on narrative exploration and regional policy document analysis. 3.2 Type and Sources of Data The study uses secondary data including official documents, policy reports, academic publications, and economic media articles. Data sources include: • OCBC Forum 2025 reports • ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Blueprint • RCEP and ASEAN+3 documents • Publications from ADB, UNESCAP, OECD, and World Bank • Peer-reviewed journal articles and verified economic media 3.3 Population and Sample The population consists of all policy documents and publications discussing ASEAN’s economic strategies under global uncertainty. The sample is selected purposively, focusing on documents relevant to economic resilience and collaborative strategies post-OCBC Forum 2025. 3.4 Operational Definition of Research Variables • ASEAN Economic Resilience: The ability of ASEAN countries to maintain economic stability and adapt to external pressures. • Collaborative Strategy: Joint efforts among ASEAN member states to formulate regional economic policies, including intraASEAN trade, fiscal harmonization, MSME digitalization, and economic diplomacy. • Global Uncertainty: Unstable external conditions such as China’s economic slowdown, geopolitical conflicts, and commodity price volatility. 3.5 Data Collection Techniques Data collection is conducted through literature review and document analysis. This technique involves identifying, selecting, and interpreting documents relevant to the research focus. Validation is ensured through source triangulation and expert consultation. 3.6 Data Analysis Methods Data analysis uses thematic and policy analysis approaches. The steps include: • Thematic coding of collaborative strategies • Mapping relationships between variables • SWOT analysis of ASEAN’s strategic strengths and weaknesses • Narrative triangulation for interpretive validation Economic Resilience of ASEAN Amid Global Uncertainty: A Collaborative Strategy Analysis Post-OCBC Forum 2025 JEFMS, Volume 08 Issue 11 November 2025 www.ijefm.co.in Page 7287 4. ANALYTICAL RESULTS 4.1 ASEAN Economic Resilience (2015–2024) 4.1.1 ASEAN Economic Growth: Stability Amid Global Shocks During the period 2015–2019, ASEAN recorded relatively stable economic growth, with average annual GDP ranging between 4.5% and 5.2%. This reflects the initial success of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) implementation and the expansion of intraregional trade. However, in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic triggered an economic contraction of -3.0%, marking the region’s first recession in two decades. Recovery began in 2021 (3.4%) and continued through 2024 (4.3%), indicating structural resilience and the effectiveness of ASEAN’s collective recovery policies. Key drivers of recovery included: • Coordinated fiscal stimulus through the ASEAN Recovery Framework • Increased domestic and regional demand • Rapid adaptation of MSMEs to digital transformation 4.1.2 Regional Inflation: Controlled Despite External Pressures ASEAN’s inflation remained relatively controlled between 2015 and 2019, averaging 2.3%. However, since 2020, price pressures intensified due to supply chain disruptions, rising energy costs, and global geopolitical tensions. Inflation reached 3.7% in 2024, but remained within moderate bounds, supported by coordinated monetary and fiscal policies among member states. Inflation control efforts included: • Fiscal policy harmonization via the ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM) • Energy and food subsidies in countries such as Indonesia and the Philippines • Diversification of food and energy import sources 4.1.3 Exports to China: Declining Dependency ASEAN’s exports to China increased from USD 240 billion in 2015 to a peak of USD 295 billion in 2019, reflecting high dependency on the Chinese market. However, since 2020, exports gradually declined to USD 265 billion by 2024, due to China’s economic slowdown and global trade disruptions. ASEAN’s strategic responses included: • Diversifying trade partners to India, the European Union, and the Middle East • Optimizing RCEP and ASEAN+3 frameworks to expand market access • Strengthening intra-ASEAN trade as a buffer against external shocks 4.1.4 MSME Digitalization: A New Pillar of Economic Resilience The digital transformation of MSMEs emerged as one of ASEAN’s most significant achievements. In 2015, only 8% of MSMEs were connected to digital platforms. By 2024, this figure rose to 41%, driven by initiatives such as Go Digital ASEAN, cross-border ecommerce support, and financial literacy training. Impacts of MSME digitalization include: • Increased MSME contributions to GDP and exports • Expanded market access and financial inclusion • Enhanced resilience of the informal sector during crises 4.1.5 Evolution of ASEAN’s Collaborative Strategies Over the past decade, ASEAN has developed various forums and collaborative mechanisms to strengthen regional economic resilience. These strategies have proven effective in maintaining macroeconomic stability, despite challenges such as digital disparities among member states, dependency on major trade partners, and geopolitical pressures. Table 4.1 illustrates that ASEAN possesses a strong foundation for economic resilience, supported by: • Relatively stable post-pandemic economic growth • Controlled inflation through coordinated policy frameworks • Reduced dependency on China via trade diversification • MSME digital transformation as a new economic driver • Increasingly structured and adaptive collaborative strategies These findings provide a robust basis for further discussion in the scientific article, particularly in evaluating the effectiveness of ASEAN’s collaborative strategies in the post-OCBC Forum 2025 context. Economic Resilience of ASEAN Amid Global Uncertainty: A Collaborative Strategy Analysis Post-OCBC Forum 2025 JEFMS, Volume 08 Issue 11 November 2025 www.ijefm.co.in Page 7288 Table 4.1 ASEAN Economic Resilience Data (2015–2024) Year ASEAN Average GDP Growth (%) Regional Inflation (%) Exports to China (USD Billion) MSME Digital Transactions (%) Regional Collaborative Forum Main Collaborative Strategy 2015 4.7 2.5 240 8 ASEAN Summit Kuala Lumpur MEA Launch, intraASEAN tariffs 2016 4.6 2.2 255 10 AFMGM Manila Initial fiscal harmonization 2017 5.0 2.1 270 13 ASEAN+3 Tokyo Trade partner diversification 2018 5.2 2.4 285 17 RCEP Negotiation Round Digital market integration 2019 4.9 2.6 295 22 ASEAN Summit Bangkok Strengthening regional MSMEs 2020 -3.0 3.1 260 28 COVID-19 Response Taskforce Supply chain resilience 2021 3.4 2.8 275 31 ASEAN Recovery Framework Coordinated fiscal stimulus 2022 5.1 3.0 290 34 ASEAN Digital Ministers Mtg Cross-country ecommerce 2023 4.6 3.4 280 38 RCEP Implementation Forum Digital regulatory harmonization 2024 4.3 3.7 265 41 Pre-OCBC Forum Jakarta Consolidation of collaborative strategies Data Sources: ASEANstats and ASEAN Key Figures 2025 Notes: • The ASEAN average GDP growth rate illustrates economic resilience against global crises such as COVID-19 and trade wars. • Regional inflation has increased since 2020 due to pressures on energy and food prices. • Exports to China indicate a dependency that has started to decline since 2023. • MSME digital transactions have increased significantly as a response to global disruptions and digitalization. • Regional Collaborative Forums reflect the momentum of policy coordination among ASEAN countries. • Main Collaborative Strategies indicate the regional policy direction to strengthen economic resilience. 4.2 Thematic Coding of ASEAN Collaborative Strategies Based on ASEAN policy documents, regional forums (AEC, RCEP, AFMGM, OCBC Forum), and development reports, six dominant collaborative strategy themes were identified: Tabel 4.2 Thematic Coding of ASEAN Collaborative Strategies Code Strategy Theme Description Key Implementers Period T1 Fiscal and Monetary Harmonization Coordinated fiscal stimulus, inflation control, and macroeconomic stability Indonesia, Singapore 2016–2024 T2 Intra-ASEAN Trade Enhancement Tariff reduction, customs digitalization, regional trade facilitation Thailand, Vietnam 2015–2024 T3 MSME Digitalization E-commerce platforms, financial Indonesia, Vietnam 2018–2024 literacy, digital infrastructure T4 Trade Partner Diversification Expansion to India, EU, Africa, and Middle East Philippines, Brunei 2017–2024 Economic Resilience of ASEAN Amid Global Uncertainty: A Collaborative Strategy Analysis Post-OCBC Forum 2025 JEFMS, Volume 08 Issue 11 November 2025 www.ijefm.co.in Page 7289 T5 Regional Supply Chain Integration Logistics connectivity, cross-border infrastructure Thailand, Laos 2019–2024 T6 Collective Economic Diplomacy Unified ASEAN positions in global forums (G20, WTO, APEC) ASEAN Secretariat 2020–2024 Data Source: Processed from ASEAN Economic Resilience (2015–2024), September 2025. 4.3. Mapping Relationships Between Variables This step connects collaborative strategies to key economic resilience indicators: Tabel 4.3 Mapping Relationships Between Variables Strategy Theme Related Variables Observed Impact (2015–2024) T1 Inflation, GDP Inflation remained below 4%; GDP growth averaged 4.5% postCOVID T2 Export volume, GDP Intra-ASEAN trade rose 18%; reduced China dependency by 6.5% T3 MSME digitalization, GDP Digital MSMEs rose from 8% to 41%; boosted informal sector resilience T4 Export diversification, stability Exports to India and EU rose 12%; reduced external vulnerability T5 Logistics efficiency, trade costs Cross-border delivery time dropped 15%; logistics costs fell 10% T6 Investment flows, policy stability ASEAN maintained neutrality; FDI inflows remained stable Data Source: Processed from ASEAN Economic Resilience (2015–2024), September 2025. 4.4. SWOT Analysis of ASEAN’s Collaborative Strategies Category dan Insights Strengths - Established cooperation platforms (AEC, RCEP, ASEAN+3) - Strong diplomatic consensus and regional identity - Resilient post-pandemic recovery trajectory Weaknesses - Digital divide among member states - Partial fiscal integration - Overreliance on key external markets (China, US) Opportunities - Green economy and digital transformation - Expansion into emerging markets - Structural reforms post-COVID Threats - Geopolitical tensions (US-China, Russia-Ukraine) - Commodity price volatility - Global protectionism and supply chain fragmentation 4.5 Narrative Triangulation for Interpretive Validation To ensure analytical validity, findings were cross-verified using multiple sources: Source Key Insight Validation Target ASEAN Key Figures 2024 GDP and inflation stability T1, T2 World Bank & ADB Reports Logistics and digitalization gaps T3, T5 OCBC Forum 2025 Summary Consensus on collaborative strategies T1–T6 UNESCAP & OECD Publications Digital and green economy potential T3, T4 Regional Economic Media ASEAN’s diplomatic positioning and trade shifts T4, T6 Data Source: Processed from ASEAN Economic Resilience (2015–2024), September 2025. Economic Resilience of ASEAN Amid Global Uncertainty: A Collaborative Strategy Analysis Post-OCBC Forum 2025 JEFMS, Volume 08 Issue 11 November 2025 www.ijefm.co.in Page 7290 Summary of Analytical Findings • ASEAN’s collaborative strategies have demonstrably enhanced regional economic resilience. • Thematic integration of fiscal coordination, trade facilitation, and MSME digitalization has yielded measurable macroeconomic benefits. • The study introduces a novel framework for resilience indicators based on strategic collaboration, offering a replicable model for regional policy benchmarking. 5. DISCUSSION 5.1 Key Findings Based on the 2015–2024 data analysis, ASEAN’s collaborative strategies have significantly contributed to regional economic resilience amid global uncertainty. Six thematic strategies were identified: • T1: Fiscal policy harmonization • T2: Intra-ASEAN trade enhancement • T3: MSME digitalization • T4: Trade partner diversification • T5: Regional supply chain integration • T6: Collective economic diplomacy Variable mapping shows positive correlations between these strategies and resilience indicators such as GDP growth, inflation stability, intra-regional export growth, and MSME digitalization. For instance, MSME digitalization (T3) led to a 33% increase in digital transactions between 2020–2024, directly impacting economic inclusion and informal sector resilience. 5.2 Research Novelty This study presents novelty in three key areas: a. Integration of Thematic and Regional Policy Approaches Unlike previous sectoral or quantitative studies, this research combines thematic strategy analysis with longitudinal regional policy mapping. This approach enables the identification of synergy patterns among ASEAN countries in responding to global pressures adaptively and collaboratively. b. Multi-Source Narrative Triangulation Interpretive validation was conducted through narrative triangulation across sources: official ASEAN documents, international agency reports (ADB, UNESCAP, OECD), and OCBC Forum 2025 outcomes. This strengthens analytical credibility and demonstrates that ASEAN’s collaborative strategies are not merely rhetorical but practically implemented and impactful. c. Formulation of ASEAN Economic Resilience Indicators The study formulates resilience indicators based on collaborative strategies: • GDP stability above 4% during 2021–2024 • Inflation controlled below 4% • Export dependence on China reduced by 6.5% • MSME digitalization increased from 8% (2015) to 41% (2024) 5.3 Strategic Discussion ASEAN’s collaborative strategies have proven effective in mitigating external shocks such as China’s economic slowdown, geopolitical conflicts, and commodity price volatility. Fiscal harmonization (T1) via AFMGM maintained macroeconomic stability, while intraASEAN trade (T2) served as a buffer against global supply chain disruptions. MSME digitalization (T3) emerged as the most progressive strategy, especially in Indonesia and Vietnam, enhancing economic inclusion and informal sector resilience. Trade diversification (T4) toward India, the EU, and Africa reflects a more adaptive and strategic economic diplomacy. Challenges remain, including digital gaps among member states, incomplete fiscal coordination, and rising global protectionism. ASEAN must strengthen its collective policy monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to ensure strategic consistency. 6. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 6.1 Conclusions This study concludes that ASEAN’s economic resilience from 2015 to 2024 reflects an adaptive and progressive pattern in responding to global uncertainty. Collaborative strategies developed through regional platforms—including the OCBC Forum Economic Resilience of ASEAN Amid Global Uncertainty: A Collaborative Strategy Analysis Post-OCBC Forum 2025 JEFMS, Volume 08 Issue 11 November 2025 www.ijefm.co.in Page 7291 2025—have effectively strengthened macroeconomic stability, expanded MSME digitalization, and reduced dependency on traditional trade partners. Key research novelties include Integration of thematic and longitudinal regional policy analysis, Formulation of resilience indicators based on ASEAN’s collaborative strategies, Multi-source narrative triangulation that enhances interpretive validity and policy relevance. Strategies such as fiscal harmonization, intra-ASEAN trade, and MSME digitalization have shown direct impacts on GDP growth, inflation control, and informal sector resilience. 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