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Asia has potential to be dominant force, says Fernandes

Published on 6 Sep 2024 10:35:59 PM

Capital A Bhd CEO Tan Sri Tony Fernandes said Asia has the potential to be a dominant force in next 50 years, as he shared his confidence in the capabilities of the region, especially Asean.

He was speaking during a special address at the Asia News Network Summit 2024: Future of Asia on Friday (Sept 6), where he brought forward the concept of a New Asia.

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Capital A Bhd CEO Tan Sri Tony Fernandes said Asia has the potential to be a dominant force in next 50 years, as he shared his confidence in the capabilities of the region, especially Asean.

He was speaking during a special address at the Asia News Network Summit 2024: Future of Asia on Friday (Sept 6), where he brought forward the concept of a New Asia.

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capital a , tony fernandes, aviation , airasia , asean, new asia

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