Are you a UK-based professional looking to partner with South East Asia? | Join this exciting online event from 22-25 November. It aims to generate UK sector attention for South East Asia and raise awareness on South East Asia’s significance to the UK. This four-day programme will feature dynamic discussions, artistic showcasing and networking events with some of the world’s leading thinkers, artists and creative entrepreneurs. It will also present daily country briefings on Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand and Myanmar. The event is free and open to UK and SEA-based professionals. It has limited slots, so sign up today! |
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| | Entry points between the Philippines and UK | On 25 November, 09.00–10.15 (UK)/ 17.00–18.15 (PH), the British Council in the Philippines hosts this session to give an overview of Philippine-UK connections and challenges from a cultural and socio-economic perspective. It will explore existing links created through the arts, trade and migration, and reflect on how these can become gateways for artistic collaboration, innovation, and stronger cultural relations. | | |
| | Creative economy: How networks shape creative ecosystems | This session on 22 November, 10.30–11.30 (UK)/ 18.30–19.30 (PH), demonstrates the significance of networks in building stronger and more inclusive creative economies – with a twist! Set to take place during an imagined dinner party, the conversations will tell stories of impact generated through networks, from the points of view of creative hubs, creative entrepreneurs and cities. | | |
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| | Connections that count | Enjoy this interactive, facilitated networking session on 25 November, 10:45–11:45 (UK)/ 18.45–19.45 (PH)! It is open to all arts and culture professionals who want to meet new contacts, expand markets and audiences and explore new opportunities in South East Asia and the UK. | | |
| | Event access through the platform, Hopin | All activities within Partner South East Asia are accessible through Hopin. Familiarise yourself with this all-in one virtual event platform for an immersive event experience. | | |
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Photo credits: Jon Cuyson, Dancing the Shrimp (whodoyouthinkyouare?), 2019. Multivariable installation with paintings, found objects, sculpture, sound, fabrics, text. Dimensions variable; exhibited at the Brunei Gallery, SOAS, London © Agnese Sanvito (entry points between the PH and UK); A creative workshop for young people ©Old Soul (creative economy); ©Reginald Sarmenta (connections that count). |
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32nd Street corner
3rd Avenue
Bonifacio Global City
Taguig City
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