The ASEAN Foundation and AVPN launched the AIM ASEAN Programme to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Southeast Asia adopt artificial intelligence (AI). The programme aims to improve SME competitiveness and ensure their sustainable growth.
Local partners connect directly with SMEs, offering access to AI tools and training. These resources help businesses use AI for better decision-making, efficiency, and innovation. By adopting AI technologies, SMEs can face digital challenges more confidently and stay competitive in a fast-changing market.
This initiative bridges the digital divide across Southeast Asia. SMEs, which form the backbone of the regional economy, gain opportunities to keep pace with technological advances. The programme also supports broader goals of inclusive economic growth and digital transformation throughout the ASEAN region.
In summary, the AIM ASEAN Programme empowers SMEs by integrating AI into their operations. It encourages innovation, strengthens competitiveness, and contributes to overall economic development in Southeast Asia.
