Southeast Asia continues to offer significant opportunities for international businesses, whether you’re entering the region for the first time or looking to grow an existing presence across multiple markets.
Singapore provides a natural gateway to Southeast Asia, offering a strong business environment, regional connectivity and a strategic base from which to manage and support operations across the region.
Expansion across Southeast Asia is rarely a one-size-fits-all exercise. Legal, regulatory, tax, banking and operational requirements can vary significantly between markets, making it important to consider where to establish, how to structure operations and the role Singapore can play within a wider regional strategy.
Bringing together perspectives from Hawksford, Rajah & Tann, OCBC Bank and Collaborative Working Solutions, this webinar explores the practical considerations businesses should think about as they enter, establish and expand in Southeast Asia.
In this video, our team discuss
- 00:01 Welcome and introductions
- 02:10 Singapore as a gateway to Southeast Asia
- 11:48 Inbound markets and business opportunities, including technology and e-commerce
- 16:57 Preparing to establish a business: banking, structure and governance
- 35:06 Choosing regional expansion markets and “Singapore plus one” strategies
- 38:59 Using Singapore as a base for China-related business
- 47:31 Hiring local talent and adapting to regional markets
- 58:16 Practical recommendations for preparing to expand into Southeast Asia
How can Hawksford help you?
Hawksford is an established facilitator focused on market entry and international expansion. With our global reach, we offer a full suite of corporate services to help companies successfully enter newer markets.
At Hawksford, we pride ourselves on our client-oriented approach. Our comprehensive services and deep understanding of local and global markets make us an invaluable partner for your expansion into Greater China. We have vast experience providing services for successful entrepreneurs who want to incorporate their businesses in Hong Kong and the Mainland of China.
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