Southeast Asia is the world’s most economically vibrant region. Further fueled by the economic integration through the ASEAN Economic Community, the rising prominence of high net worth individuals and its proximity to major markets, the ASEAN region beckons as a catalyst for growth.
At our event entitled "ASEAN Roadshow 2016: Labuan IBFC - A Natural Choice for Growing ASEAN Businesses and Private Clients" in Singapore on 30 May 2016, the panel discussion for the day explored how Labuan IBFC centrally located in Asia, boasting a 25-year track record, stands out as an ideal midshore jurisdiction for Asian home grown businesses and families to house regional operations and manage private wealth in the face of the ASEAN Economic Community, and the corresponding removal of intra ASEAN trade tariffs. The panellists were:
- David Chong, Founder and President, Portcullis Group
- Dr Irina M. Francken, Director, IN Fiduciary Services Group
- Jennifer Chang, Executive Director, PricewaterhouseCoopers Taxation Services, Malaysia
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