Date held: 2026/02/12
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YJD_RpPTT5uT3YDw1VioqQ
Thursday, 12 February 2026
15:00–16:30 GMT+9 | 14:00–15:30 GMT+8 | 13:00–14:30 GMT+7
Hybrid Zoom webinar
English with simultaneous Japanese translation
Introduction
Co-organized with the ASEAN-Japan Cybersecurity Capacity Building Centre (AJCCBC), the webinar titled “Cybersecurity Readiness of Critical Infrastructure in the Age of Artificial Intelligence” examines how the ASEAN MemberStates and Japan are strengthening the resilience of critical infrastructure amid rapidly evolving cyber threats and the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI). The session places particular emphasis on the energy sector, one of the most vital and interconnected forms of critical infrastructure, where digitalization is reshaping both vulnerabilities and defense strategies.
The webinar will draw on ongoing ASEAN–Japan cooperation to discuss policy alignment, AI-enabled threat intelligence, cybersecurity governance, and regional capacity building. It will highlight emerging risks to critical infrastructure, including cyberattacks on energy systems and supply chains, while also examining how AI-driven tools can enhance detection, response, and resilience. The session will also feature the ASEAN-Japan Young Experts Research Fellow presenting his findings on cybersecurity readiness in the age of AI, drawing on case studies from the ASEAN Member States, with particular attention to Indonesia. By bringing together research insights and practitioner perspectives from academia, government, and industry, the webinar aims to identify practical pathways for strengthening cybersecurity readiness and advancing regional cooperation in the age of AI.
Registration is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Programme as of 22 January 2026 (tentative)
| 15:00-15:02 | Opening |
| 15:03-15:07 | Opening Remarks Chairat Liengkajornkiet Director of Programme Operations (Trade, Investment, Research and Policy Advocacy), ASEAN-Japan Centre |
| 15:08-15:10 | Introduction of AJC and the ASEAN-Japan Insights Series Katrina Navallo, PhD Program Manager, Research and Policy Advocacy ASEAN-Japan Centre |
| 15:11-15:22 | Cybersecurity Readiness of Critical Infrastructure in the Age of Artificial Intelligence Dr. Alfan Presekal ASEAN-Japan Young Experts Research Fellow |
| 15:23-15:34 | AI-Enabled Threat Intelligence and Cybersecurity Readiness in Critical Energy Systems: Evidence, Emerging Risks, and Resilience Strategies in ASEAN and Japan Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ir. Kalamullah Ramli, M.Eng. Professor, Universitas Indonesia |
| 15:35-15:46 | Building a Shared Cybersecurity Architecture for Critical Infrastructure in ASEAN And Japan: Policy Alignment, Incident Reporting Standards, and Regional Capacity Building Dr. Youki KADOBAYASHI Professor, Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST), Laboratory for Cyber Resilience |
| 15:47-15:58 | Securing Critical Infrastructure and Energy Supply Chains in the Age of AI: Operational Challenges, Industry Readiness, and Public–Private Partnership Models TBD |
| 15:59-16:20 | Panel Discussion |
| 16:21-16:30 | Q&A from Audience |
| 16:30 | Wrap up and end |
Detailed profiles of the speakers may be viewed at this link: TBD
About the ASEAN-Japan Insights Series
The ASEAN-Japan Insights Series is the Centre’s flagship hybrid, bilingual (English–Japanese) webinar platform designed to provide timely analysis on ASEAN-Japan issues. The Series features emerging topics that shape regional cooperation and supports knowledge sharing among industry, academia, governments, and enterprises across the region.
About the ASEAN-Japan Young Experts Fellowship (AJYEF) Programme
The ASEAN-Japan Young Experts Fellowship (AJYEF) Programme is a pioneering initiative of the ASEAN-Japan Centre that nurtures the next generation of thought leaders and practitioners in ASEAN-Japan relations. Through research, professional development, and engagement in policy dialogues, AJYEF Fellows contribute fresh perspectives on regional cooperation, emerging economic opportunities, and shared challenges.
This webinar is organized as part of the Fellows’ research and policy outreach activities under the 2025 AJYEF cohort.
