The document discusses the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) which will integrate Southeast Asian economies by 2015. It notes key facts about the AEC including that it will be the 3rd largest economy in the world by 2050 and home to the 3rd largest middle class that will double in size. The summary encourages businesses to rethink their strategies for the larger regional market and prepare for increased competition, rapid change, and a talent war as Southeast Asia's economy grows under more open trade and investment policies in the AEC.