The document summarizes the keynote speech given at the Presidential & Key Executive Forum on September 24th 2011. The speech discussed the evolution of economics from a fossil fuel base to a bio and renewable base, and the need for countries to strategically transition their agricultural, forest and aquaculture industries. It also touched on the growth of the global tourism industry and its contribution to the world economy. Lastly, it mentioned the formation of the ASEAN Economic Community and its role as the largest integrated single market.