Held at The Rizqun International Hotel under the theme “Unlocking Opportunities in a Changing World,” the Summit explored how businesses and investors can navigate rapid technological advancement, evolving economic conditions, shifting trade dynamics and changing patterns of growth, while identifying opportunities emerging from these developments.

The Summit was attended by Guest of Honour Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Dr. Haji Abdul Manaf bin Haji Metussin, Coordinating Minister for Economic Policies and Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry.
 
Now in its fourth year, the Baiduri Momentum Summit is Baiduri Bank’s flagship thought leadership platform, bringing together regional and international perspectives on developments influencing growth, competitiveness and resilience.

In his welcome remarks, Pg Azaleen Pg Dato Hj Mustapha, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Group Treasury and Institutional Banking, Baiduri Bank, said:
"The world is being shaped by rapid technological advances, evolving economic conditions and changing market dynamics. In this environment, the ability to adapt, remain competitive and identify new opportunities has become more important than ever. Through the Baiduri Momentum Summit, we aim to bring together diverse perspectives that can help businesses and investors navigate change and make more informed decisions,"

The Summit featured perspectives from regional and international experts across financial markets, asset management and technology. Vishnu Varathan, Managing Director and Head of Macro Research at Mizuho Bank, shared his outlook on the global economy in 2027, examining the key macroeconomic developments and risks expected to shape markets in the coming year.
 
Kenneth Tang, Head of Asian Equity at Amova Asset Management Asia Limited, turned the focus to ASEAN, examining the region’s resilience amid global economic uncertainty. He discussed how demographic trends, supply chain shifts, artificial intelligence, and structural reforms are influencing the region's next phase of growth.
 
Providing a technology and investment perspective, Robert Lea, Senior Technology Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, examined the commercial realities behind the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and the opportunities, risks, and long-term sustainability of investment flowing into the sector.
 
The Summit concluded with a fireside discussion moderated by Allen Lai, Managing Director of Confer Sdn Bhd. Bringing together the three speakers, the discussion connected the event’s key themes across economic transformation, technological disruption, investment trends and ASEAN’s competitiveness, while considering what these developments could mean for businesses and investors in the years ahead.

Through the Baiduri Momentum Summit, Baiduri Bank continues to create opportunities for meaningful exchange between policymakers, industry leaders and the business community. By bringing global and regional perspectives into the local conversation, the Bank aims to support more informed decision-making and encourage dialogue on the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping Brunei and the wider region.