The Asia Foundation Supports ASEAN Regional Workshop on Digital Human Security 

Jakarta, May 26, 2026—ASEAN convened a regional workshop to advance development of the ASEAN Development Outlook (ADO) Volume 2 on Digital Human Security, bringing together policymakers, researchers, technical experts, and development partners from across Southeast Asia to examine the opportunities and risks shaping the region’s digital future.

The ADO volume 2 is supported by the ASEAN-Canada Trust Fund and is implemented by The Asia Foundation, in close consultation with the ASEAN Secretariat

The workshop examined issues shaping Southeast Asia’s digital future, including cybersecurity, online safety, digital inclusion, AI governance, and digital resilience. Discussions emphasized the importance of ensuring that digital transformation remains people-centered, inclusive, and responsive to evolving societal challenges in the region.

The initiative reflects growing regional recognition that digital transformation extends beyond economic growth and technological adoption. Participants underscored the closed links between digital systems, public trust, governance, safety, and human security, while highlighting the importance of cross-sector collaboration and evidence-based policy dialogue in helping ASEAN Member States navigate increasingly complex digital challenges.

The workshop builds on The Asia Foundation’s broader efforts supporting digital governance, cybersecurity, online safety, and technology policy engagement across Southeast Asia, while helping strengthen regional cooperation and dialogue on emerging digital policy priorities.

Read the full update from the ASEAN Secretariat: https://asean.org/asean-convenes-regional-workshop-to-advance-development-of-ado-volume-2-on-digital-human-security/.