Singapore Business

The tiny multi-ethnic city-state of Singapore, which did not exist as a separate entity with an independent economy until 1965, has become the economic wonder of Southeast Asia. Growing from a regional shipping hub to a low-cost manufacturing center, and then to a world-class business and financial service center, its goal is to become the Switzerland of the Far East.

The Portable Encyclopedia for Doing Business with Singapore provides the know-how to discover and take advantage of opportunties in Singapore. Whether you are importing, exporting, or investing, you will find a wealth of detailed information that will keep you ahead of the competition.

For Buyers: Singapore remains a center for labor-intensive industries such as apparel and textiles, but is rapidly finding a niche in engineering-intensive areas such as electronic components, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals.

For Sellers: Singapore's renewed focus on high-value-added manufacturing and its constant upgrading of facilities and infrastructure puts it in the market for a wide range of materials, equipment, and expertise from abroad. Singapore's high per capita income (the third highest in Asia) is also fueling domestic demand for imported consumer goods.

For Investors: Singapore's investment climate is excellent. Its authoritarian, but unswervingly free-market government welcomes foreign investment and offers incentives for new ventures that bring in advanced technology and training for its people.

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