Advisory services are provided by our in-house team, chaired by our Chairman, and, when appropriate, can draw from our network of senior fellows and other experts.
Advisory
Our advisory services are tailored to the needs of organisations, with a focus on the concerns and opportunities within our region and key ASEAN economies.
Gain valuable perspectives
As geopolitical crises have intensified and interest in ASEAN has surged, businesses face a complex and ever-changing environment which requires them to seek continuous transformation to remain competitive and relevant. Our advisory service was launched to assist global boards with in-depth analysis of issues and opportunities within our region and key ASEAN economies.
Led by our Chairman, our service is provided by an in-house team of researchers and network of senior fellows and experts.
Bespoke briefings
We recognise that each business is unique. Therefore, our briefings are tailored to address each organisations’ interests and needs. Recent briefing topics include:
For more information, please contact us at membership@siiaonline.org
Topics
- Opportunities and Challenges for the Key ASEAN Economies in the Global Polycrisis
- ASEAN Relations to China and the USA: Politics, Economics and Business
- Politics, Stability and Reform Prospects in Key ASEAN Economiges (Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam)
- The Digital Opportunity Across ASEAN
- Sustainability Trends and Carbon Pricing Policies in Key ASEAN Economies
- Geopolitics and Impact on Supply Chains in ASEAN
The global outlook and Asia’s prospects
- The global outlook and key concerns
- The emerging trends in the Asian economy and policy
- Opportunities and challenges
Singapore in Asia and the world
- How will Singapore manoeuvre in the new global environment to maintain its leadership position?
- What are the key challenges posed by the evolving shift in economic and political power from West to East for small nation states in ASEAN and Asia?
The US-China relationship and impacts on Asia
- Will Asian countries need to choose sides in the relationship between China and the US?
- What will the US-China relationship mean for other emerging Asian powers and groupings like ASEAN?
Geopolitical conflict scenarios and risk in the Middle East and Asia
- What are the likely political risk trends in the Middle East and how will this shape the global security environment?
- What will the evolving landscape in the Middle East mean for investors from Asia?
Fiscal and monetary challenges
- Trends and tensions among the “big three” – US, EU and China
Emerging market patterns
- Global uncertainty and emerging markets
- Rising cross-trade/investment flows between emerging markets
- Policy risk and policy stability
Thinking about technological disruptions
- Risk and opportunity in technological disruption and their commercial implications
- Trends and signposts
Global infrastructure spending
- World demand and Asia specific
- Creating the conditions for infrastructure investment
Political challenges and economic prospects in Southeast Asia and ASEAN
- ASEAN economic integration
- Trends in selected markets – Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and Myanmar
- Opportunities and challenges for Singapore
Emerging market patterns
- Global uncertainty and emerging markets
- Rising cross-trade/investment flows between emerging markets
- Policy risk and policy stability
Understanding ASEAN
- How it functions, works and engages the private sector
ASEAN Economic Community
- What it is, where is it going, what it will become, and how it is going to impact the region and businesses
- Creating the conditions for infrastructure investment
ASEAN and Asia
- How is ASEAN linked to other Asian economies by FTAs and other agreements?
- How can these links be assessed by businesses?
A new Singapore: politics and emerging policies
- Domestic political outlook, media issues, sports, art and culture development
Singapore’s economic prospects and policies
- The domestic economy
Governance and risk, human rights and corruption
- What role will governments in Asia play in increasing awareness and championing of human rights?
- Corruption is still a major stumbling block for many Asian nations seeking international investment. How will this change in the next 50 years?
Environmental concerns in Asia
- As Asia continues its upward growth trajectory, how will countries balance the need to minimise the detrimental impact on the environment by major industrial giants like China and India?
- The challenge of creating and sustaining cities in Asia
Governance and risk, human rights and corruption
- What role will governments in Asia play in increasing awareness and championing of human rights?
- Corruption is still a major stumbling block for many Asian nations seeking international investment. How will this change in the next 50 years?
Environmental concerns in Asia
- As Asia continues its upward growth trajectory, how will countries balance the need to minimise the detrimental impact on the environment by major industrial giants like China and India?
- The challenge of creating and sustaining cities in Asia
FAQs
What types of advisory services does SIIA offer?
We offer several types of services:
Briefings: In-person or virtual presentations for senior management or board members on requested topics.
Briefing Notes: Research notes on requested topics, often as updates following briefings.
In-Depth Analysis: Comprehensive reports with actionable recommendations and stakeholder mapping.
Are the advisory services paid?
Yes, our advisory services are provided on a fee-paying basis. After covering costs for experts and analysts retained for the advisory service, the surplus revenue helps sustain our not-for-profit policy work.
Who typically requests SIIA’s advisory services?
Our advisory services have been requested by multinational corporations, including leading international investors, and leading Singapore-based companies, often providing insights to their global board and CEOs when visiting Singapore and our region.
How can my company benefit from SIIA’s advisory services?
We provide tailored insights on critical issues affecting your business in ASEAN and Asia, helping you navigate the region’s political, economic, and sustainability challenges.
Can we support SIIA’s reports or events?
Yes, our Advisory Services can be twinned with our special reports, commentaries as well as events and dialogues with policymakers.
How do we request advisory services from the SIIA?
You can reach out to us directly through our website or contact our advisory team to discuss your specific needs and how we can assist.
