DFC CEO Meets ASEAN Ambassadors on Regional Economic Priorities

Washington, D.C. - The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) CEO Ben Black met with 11 Association of Southeast Asia Nations (ASEAN) Ambassadors to the U.S. and ranking Embassy representatives to discuss DFC's authorities and priorities in the region. DFC's work across ASEAN advances U.S. economic statecraft in one of the world's most dynamic and strategically interconnected regions.

"ASEAN is central to DFC's vision for a secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific. Our strong partnerships with countries across the region enable us to mobilize private-sector investment in the infrastructure, energy, digital connectivity, and economic opportunity that will support lasting growth," said Ben Black, DFC CEO Ben Black.

The Indo-Pacific is home to fast-growing markets, major maritime routes, strategic infrastructure needs, and countries seeking reliable alternatives to opaque and coercive financing models. During the meeting CEO Black reemphasized President Trump's commitment to strengthening America's partnership with ASEAN and how the United States wants to be a partner in this growth.

The United States is committed to supporting a secure and resilient Southeast Asia. The U.S.-ASEAN partnership is an opportunity to strengthen engagement through investments that deliver lasting benefits for the U.S. and the region.

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The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) is the international investment arm of the United States Government and central to U.S. economic statecraft. DFC mobilizes private capital to advance U.S. foreign policy and economic development. Our investments deliver strong returns for American taxpayers, drive meaningful economic development for our allies and partners, and secure supply chains to counter and outcompete our adversaries.