We support Asian corporates and investors in tackling market access challenges and realising investment opportunities in Europe. In turn, we help European and American multinationals to develop strategies that align with the political and policy landscapes in Asia. We work on long-term policy and reputational challenges, politically-driven events and on specific transactions. Our clientele includes multinationals, Asian family-owned businesses, state-owned companies, start-ups and funds.
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HOW WE HELP CLIENTS
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Regulatory insight and analysis
Our clients rely on our market insights, global network and deep understanding of regulated industries that are critical for robust political and regulatory due diligence. Our process is driven by top-down policy analysis based on key stakeholder interviews and primary material analysis. We provide reliable diligence reports examining forward-looking political, policy or regulatory risks and opportunities that may impact the underlying commercial viability of business operations and future investments.
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ESG advisory
As ESG becomes increasingly interwoven within the criteria and approach of institutional investors globally, our team helps clients monitor, analyse and anticipate ESG trends and issues that would have a material impact on their business. We have helped corporates to benchmark their business practices against the relevant international standards, providing a roadmap for them to improve their access to green finance. We have also helped clients track and understand various ESG frameworks to improve their stakeholder engagement strategy, including providing management support for investor communications.
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Macro advisory
Our macro advisory services support clients in monitoring, anticipating, and adapting to global political events and trends. Country or thematic risk assessments and scenario development help clients judge and balance portfolio risk exposures and respond to immediate challenges or opportunities. Our work is informed by detailed on-the-ground insights combined with best-in-class analysis and research.
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Strategic expansion and capital raising
We help corporates with strategic expansion and capital raising, both inbound to Asia and outbound to other regions, including working with local partners to help corporates on their China expansion. Furthermore, we connect capital providers with capital seekers by working with ABG Advisory to provide independent financial advice focusing on cross-border mergers and acquisitions, capital raising and corporate governance.
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Our people
Our team is comprised of individuals with extensive experience in the region and globally. They leverage experience from government, politics, think tanks, international organisations, and business to advise clients at all levels, including C-Suites, boards, and government/public affairs and operational teams.
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Andrew
Yeo
Andrew leads the Asia practice, supporting international corporates and investors to navigate policymaking, and coordinating with international colleagues to scale Asian businesses abroad.
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Marissa
Lee
Marissa leads on climate and sustainability work in Southeast Asia, supporting clients in anticipating how global standards development and geopolitical trends are shaping policy and regulation.
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Nicholas
Lee
Nicholas advises on regulatory and policy risks and political instability in Southeast Asia markets, including providing regulatory due diligence on a target acquisitions, and advising on market entry and related risks and opportunities.
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Santitarn
Sathirathai
Santitarn provides senior counsel to clients navigating the intersection of the digital economy, macroeconomics and public policy in Southeast Asia.
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David
Skilling
David is a Senior Adviser and an expert on global economic policy with a focus on Europe, Asia and MENA. Previously, he was a senior advisor to New Zealand’s foreign and trade minister and to McKinsey.
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Hon Mun
Yip
Hon Mun is a leading private food technology adviser and investor with more than thirty years of investment, operations, and board level experience with PE funds, family offices and startups.
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Kian Ming
Ong
Dr. Ong's areas of policy interest includes trade and investment flows, the convergence of technology & industrial development and the intersection between public policy and politics.
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Jiayu
Li
Jiayu works with GC’s clients to analyse macroeconomic policy developments, specialising in the China market.
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Dedi
Dinarto
Dedi provides clients with political and security intelligence and analysis covering the ASEAN region, in particular Indonesia.
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Herwen
Tay
Herwen works with clients across a range of sectors in Asia to address the implications of political and regulatory risks for their businesses.