The Indo-Pacific Business Promotion Council Summit 2025 was successfully held on January 24–25 at the Seoul Startup Hub in Geongdeok, bringing together over 60 companies and delegates from more than five countries. Hosted by IPacBiz, the two-day event served as a dynamic platform for fostering international business collaborations, showcasing industry innovations, and strengthening commercial ties across the Indo-Pacific region.
Day 1 – Keynote Speeches, Industry Insights, and B2B Networking
The summit kicked off with an opening address by Mr. Kislay Kumar, Global Chairperson of IPacBiz, who set the tone for the event by emphasizing the importance of building sustainable trade partnerships and economic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
Kislay Kumar, the global chairperson of IPacBiz, introducing the council
The event’s first major highlight was a virtual keynote speech by Mr. Sam Pitroda, a renowned telecom innovator and former advisor to multiple Indian prime ministers. His speech explored the role of democracy, artificial intelligence, and technology in shaping the future of human progress. He remarked, “Today, we are using technology to do things we’ve always done. What we haven’t done yet is figure out how to use these emerging technologies to do things we’ve never done before.” He also expressed his commitment to supporting participating companies in their market expansion efforts.
Mr. Sam Pitroda, a renowned telecom innovator and former advisor to Indian former prime ministers joined from Chicago as Chief Guest of the Morning Session
Following his address, four major companies in cosmetics, smart cities, and pollution control presented their innovative solutions, underscoring the region’s commitment to sustainability and technological advancements.
The afternoon session featured a speech from Dr. Udit Raj, former Member of Parliament in India and Chairperson of the Council for Promotion of Trade and Industries. He highlighted the rising demand for Korean cosmetics and healthcare products in India and encouraged businesses to tap into new bilateral trade opportunities.
The event then transitioned into sponsor presentations, starting with Microalgae Ask Us, a biotech company pioneering sustainable environmental solutions through microalgae technology. This was followed by Kwebmaker, a leading Indian digital agency specializing in web development, e-commerce, and AI solutions.
Presentation by Microalgae ask us
Presentation by Kwebmaker Digital from India
Additionally, Ms. Nuon Phanith, Commercial Attaché of the Royal Embassy of Cambodia, delivered a speech inviting international businesses to explore Cambodia’s growing investment opportunities. She emphasized the strengthening commercial ties between South Korea and Cambodia, noting the benefits of bilateral business expansion.
Ms. Nuon Phanith, Commercial Attaché of the Royal Embassy of Cambodia speaking at IPacBiz event
A significant segment of the summit was a presentation by Mr. Kevin Drouin, Commercial Attaché of the Delegation of Quebec in Korea, who discussed potential partnerships between Quebec-based businesses and Indo-Pacific stakeholders. This session reinforced the importance of international business cooperation in today’s evolving global economy.
Mr. Kevin Drouin, Commercial Attaché of the Delegation of Quebec in Korea
The first day concluded with a series of rapid company introductions, allowing businesses to present their expertise and services. The networking session provided an opportunity for meaningful business interactions, fostering new connections and potential collaborations.
Day 2 – Industry Exhibitions, Global Business Perspectives, and Expansion Strategies
2nd day of the event, participants posing with Ms. Chintia Dewi from Indonesia and Mr. Raison Arobinto from DTI, Philippines
The second day was dedicated to product exhibitions, where attendees could engage directly with companies and explore their latest offerings.
In the afternoon, Venus Trendz, an influencer marketing company, led an insightful discussion on digital marketing strategies for Indian markets, focusing on how brands can effectively utilize social media and digital campaigns for business growth and audience engagement.
Venus Trendz founder and CEO Ms. Swarnim Singh explaining about influencer marketing
The summit also featured virtual presentations by Ms. Chintia Dewi, a mapping survey expert from Indonesia’s Geospatial Information Agency, and Mr. Raison D. Arobinto, Division Chief at the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry. Both speakers shared valuable insights into regional market trends, investment opportunities, and the future of Indo-Pacific economic cooperation.
Throughout the day, attendees actively participated in networking sessions, building new partnerships, exchanging ideas, and identifying areas of mutual business interest.
Media Coverage and StartupNews.fyi’s Contribution
The summit also gained strong media support from StartupNews.fyi, a leading Indian startup news platform with a community of over 10 million startup enthusiasts. With a strong social media presence, including 390,000+ Instagram followers and 32,000+ LinkedIn followers, StartupNews.fyi helped expand the reach of the event significantly. The platform, which boasts over 200,000 LinkedIn impressions, 30+ E-Cell partnerships, 360+ meetups, and 18,000+ opt-in WhatsApp members, played a key role in ensuring widespread visibility for participating businesses.
The Indo-Pacific Business Promotion Council: A New Era of Private-Sector Leadership
This year’s summit marked an important shift, with the private sector playing an increasingly prominent role in shaping the Indo-Pacific’s economic framework. Mr. Kislay Kumar emphasized the need for businesses to take advantage of their flexibility and innovative capabilities to strengthen economic cooperation across the region. He also noted that government support would be essential in further advancing the vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific economy.
By bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs, IPacBiz reaffirmed its commitment to driving innovation, economic growth, and cross-border trade in the Indo-Pacific region.
A Platform for Long-Term Business Success
With high-impact discussions, strategic networking, and strong media partnerships, the Indo-Pacific Business Promotion Council Summit 2025 successfully established itself as a catalyst for long-term business expansion and collaboration. As new business deals, MoUs, and partnerships begin to take shape, this summit has laid the groundwork for a more interconnected and prosperous Indo-Pacific business ecosystem.
With growing participation and support, this event is expected to continue evolving as a key driver of international business relations in the years to come.
