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Europe Awareness Seminar: New Investment Opportunities in Spain
Date : 28 Sep 2011, Wed
Time : 9.30am - 1.15pm
Venue : Raffles Hotel Singapore,
The Ballroom, Level 3
Fee per pax : SBF/Supporting Org Members - Complimentary
(Limited to 2 Rep. per company)
The Singapore Business Federation and the Economic and Commercial Office Spain are pleased to present the Seminar on New Investment Opportunities in Spain!

This seminar aims to equip the business community with knowledge of the recently inked Agreement for the Avoidance of Double Taxation (DTA) between Singapore and Spain and its implications on businesses. Spain has signed DTAs with more than 90 countries. Specifically, Spain is the country with more DTAs signed with American countries, 18, which make Spain a perfect hub to do business with Latin America. Experts from Spain and the Ministry of Finance, Singapore will be sharing practical advice with businesses that are doing business in Spain or are keen to venture into Spain.

In addition, senior government officials from 'Invest in Spain' are coming to Singapore especially for this event. They will also be sharing with you their new initiative “Investor’s Network” and how Singapore companies can benefit from this initiative and participants can tap on their expertise and their vast network in Spain.

Who should attend?
  • Singapore businesses currently operating in Singapore and Spain and wish to utilise the DTA;
  • Singapore businesses interested to find out more about DTA and its implications; and
  • Singapore businesses, Investors, Private Equity, Venture Capital and Corporate Finance Firms keen to gain insights on the Spanish market and investment opportunities, network and establish useful contacts with Spanish officials.


    PROFILE OF SPAIN
  • One of the biggest market in Europe and the 9th largest economy in the world in 2009 ($1.5 trillion USD).
  • Enjoys a strategic position with access to a potential market of 1.4 billion consumers in Europe, Latin America      and North Africa.
  • World’s 3rd tourist destination.
  • World’s 7th destination for Foreign Direct Investment in 2009.
  • An open economy; does not have any barriers to imports
  • Favourable business environment: Highly skilled labour force, Competitive labour costs, Extensive infrastructure      development, special tax and incentive system for foreign investors and R&D activities.
  • New economic growth model: Strong commitment from the Government to attract foreign investment and      foster high – tech innovation sectors and R&D activities.
  • Attractive business and investment opportunities investments in strategic, high value sectors and activities such      as ICT •Environment and Waste Treatment •Biotechnology and Health Sciences
          •Aeronautics and Aerospace •Renewable Energies •Automotive & Transport


    PROGRAMME
    Time Programme Details
    9.30am Registration
    10.00am Opening Address
    by Singapore Business Federation
    10.10am Welcome Address
    by Economic & Commercial Office of Spain in Singapore
    10.20am Spain as an Investment Destination: Presentation on “Investor’s Network”
    by Invest in Spain
    10.55am Q&A
    11.10am Tea Reception
    11.25am Presentation on the DTA and its Implications on Businesses
    by IRAS and Baker and McKenzie
    12.15pm Q&A
    12.30pm Networking Lunch
    1.15pm End of Lunch
    • Programme is correct at time of print



    Administrative Details
    • Please fax registration form to 6732 0610/6827 6801. Registration is on a first-come first-served basis. Admission shall be allowed only upon presentation of confirmation from SBF.
    • SBF reserves the right to make and amendments and/or changes to the programme, venue, speaker and/or topics if warranted by circumstances beyond SBF’s control. For enquiries, please email Kelly Lim at kelly.lim@sbf.org.sg.
    Ref No: AEMEA 172/290911/09W
    REGISTRATION FORM - Attn: MR Dept
    Fax: 6734 0610 / 6827 6801
    Closing date: 26 Sep 2011, 12pm
    NOTE : As a precautionary measure, our advice is for members who are unwell not to attend the session.
    Registration
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