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IE Partnership Seminar 2009 - Market Opportunities Amidst the Economic Downturn
The rules of doing business around the world are dramatically changing overnight with the onset of the global financial crisis. With the financial gloom comes a window to new opportunities in markets far and wide for Singapore companies willing to take on new business frontiers.
With a presence in over 30 locations worldwide, IE Singapore is well-positioned to bring you the latest business insights from the ground. Join us at the IE Partnership Seminar 2009 as our overseas Regional and Centre Directors gather in Singapore to impart first hand market specific expert advice and knowledge on shifting business trends and untapped opportunities in Africa, China, Europe, India, Latin America, Middle East, North Asia & Pacific, North America, Russia and Southeast Asia.
The seminar will also include a Business Clinic* segment where you can participate in specially tailored one-to-one consultations with our Regional and Centre Directors.
Key highlights include: - Knowledge sharing sessions with IE Singapore's Overseas Regional and Centre Directors
- Insights into untapped business opportunities overseas
- One-to-one Business Clinics with our Overseas Regional and Centre Directors who offer specialised market expertise
- An opportunity for networking
Seminar Details
| Date | 21 January 2009, Wednesday |
| Time | 9am – 6pm
(Registration start at 8:15am) |
| Venue | Grand Hyatt Singapore
Grand Ballroom, Level 2
10 Scotts Road
Singapore 228211 |
Fees
Include 1-to-1 business clinic session, 2 tea breaks & lunch | S$80 (Members of ieConnect, Trade Association and Chambers)
S$100 (General Public) |
Programme*
| 0830 | Registration |
| 0900 | Opening Address
By Mr Sunny Verghese , Chairman, IE Singapore |
| 0915 | MOU Signing Ceremony |
| 0930 | Topic - Asia: The fall before the rise
By Ms Prakriti Sofat, Asian Economist, HSBC Global Markets
With the global economy facing the worst crisis in decades, and an average economic growth of Asia to slow to 4.1%, hear speaker's view on the projection that Asia will be able to bounce back in 2010, given that broad macro fundamentals remain healthy.
The impetus to the growth will likely come from the massive rate cuts delivered by central banks across the region, the big fiscal stimulus packages, as well as the gradual improvement in external demand environment |
| 1000 | Morning Tea Break |
| 1030 | Oil Money and Opportunities in the Middle East and Africa
The current financial crisis and the drop in oil prices has affected some economies in the region. Understanding the dynamics of oil money and leveraging on the recently signed GSFTA is necessary in seeking out opportunities in the region especially in the area of urban solutions, water and waste management and infocomm. |
| 1115 | Opportunities in Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Consumer Sector in India
Hear discussion on Opportunities in India, highlighting examples of business opportunities and what companies should look out for. Presentation also summarizes the business missions and programs that IE Singapore is planning with companies in 2009. |
| 1145 | Investment Opportunities in North Asia & Pacific Markets
Find out what sectors presents potential opportunities for Singapore companies in mature and developed markets like Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Australia and New Zealand. |
| 1215 | Working with International Organisations to Grow Your International Business
International Organisations like the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank award about US$27 billion worth of business contracts annually through loans and technical assistance grants to developing countries. Learn how to leverage on the wide market reach and deep expertise of International Organisations for procurement contracts, debt and equity financing and political risk insurance coverage. |
| 1245 | Networking Lunch |
| 1400 | The near future in nearby neighbors: Indonesia and Vietnam- Learn about the Indonesia's resource rich regions, industrial clusters and consumer markets as well as specific markets with high business potential.
- 2008 was a year of flux for Vietnam as it was hit by the double blows of domestic runaway inflation and widening trade deficit, as well as international market meltdown. This session will review the year 2008 and dispel the common beliefs with on-the-ground realities. A look ahead into 2009 on the investment opportunities (particularly in the real estate and retail sectors) and possible new trading frontiers will also be presented.
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| 1445 | Opportunities and Challenges of the EPE and Lifestyle Sectors in Europe
Europe is a global manufacturing hub and an important client for Singapore's electronics and precision engineering (EPE) companies as well as an important export market for the lifestyle sector. Find out more about the opportunities and the challenges in the Lifestyle and EPE sectors for the European markets. |
| 1530 | Afternoon Tea Break |
| 1600 | Latin America and North America: Opportunities Across Diverse Markets - Latin America is displaying resilience and represents alternative options for growth; giants like Brazil & Mexico continue to remain stable amidst global downturn and continue to offer attractive in-market propositions for the oil & gas, agri-business sourcing, ports & logistics and e-government services.
- The US economy is undergoing one of its most significant economic challenges in its history. Opportunities abound in the infrastructure sector where under the new Administration, some of the largest projects in the world will be funded. The recent food scare and banning of China sourced food products has also created new opportunities for Singapore based food and beverage companies. Come and hear how Singapore companies can prepare themselves to tap on these new opportunities.
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| 1645 | Urbanisation and Economic Restructuring / Upgrading in China Increasing Regional Opportunities
The urbanisation of China cities has gathered pace in recent years with regions rapidly restructuring and upgrading their industrial sectors. Hear about the increasing regional opportunities in the Yangtze River Delta, Guangdong Province, Bohai Rim and Western China. |
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* Programme is correct at time of print but subjected to change without notice.
**Registration for one-to-one business clinic with speakers will be conducted onsite on 21 Jan 2009. Slots are limited and scheduled on a first-come-first-served basis.
Speaker's Profile
Ms Sofat joined HSBC in June 2007 with primary coverage of Vietnam and Sri Lanka. She also covers a number of other countries in the region with special emphasis on Indonesia and Thailand.
Prior to that, she worked in IDEAglobal focusing on Australia, New Zealand and Japan. She has her PhD in Macroeconomics from Cardiff Business School where she also taught.
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Terms & Conditions1. All prices are inclusive of 7% GST.
2. Payment is required with registration and must be received prior to the event to guarantee your seat. IE Singapore reserves the right to refuse entry if payment is not received prior to the event.
3. As seats are limited, applications will be accepted on a first-come-first-served basis. Registrations will close on 16 January 2009.
4. Full refund is applicable to unsuccessful applicants and for cancellation in which IE Singapore is informed at least 2 working days before the event date.
Date:
21/01/2009
For more information, please contact:
Organiser: IE Singapore
Contact Person: Customer Service
Telephone no: 1800-IESPORE (437 7673) |