BIZSpoke | A Heartfelt Reflection on SBFs 2024 Journey Milestones, Connections and Purpose

27 DECEMBER 2024

JS-SEZ: A Game-Changer for Singapore-Johor Economic Collaboration

As 2024 comes to a close, we celebrate a year defined by transformative milestones and meaningful collaborations. From hosting over 600 impactful events to shaping the future of work through the Singapore APEX Business Summit® and ASEAN Conference, we’ve strengthened platforms for innovation, sustainability, and global trade.

This year, we honoured our heritage with the 100th Council Appreciation Dinner and introduced the Honorary Advisory Panel, underscoring our commitment to leadership excellence. The “Future Ready Flight 2024” Workplan Seminar and inaugural Future-Ready Business Dialogue embodied our shared purpose to align and adapt in a rapidly evolving world. We also paid tribute to Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s visionary leadership with an appreciation dinner that raised $500,000 for vital community initiatives. Coupled with the unveiling of our refreshed brand, these efforts reflect SBF’s forward momentum and dedication to serving Singapore’s business community. Thank you for your support in making 2024 a year to remember. Together, let’s continue building connections, driving innovation, and achieving greater heights in 2025!

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Thriving Amid A Disrupted Global Order

SBF CEO Kok Ping Soon highlighted how the 2024 US elections, marked by rising right-wing populism, signal a shift toward "America-first" policies and a power-driven global trade system, challenging multilateralism. Geopolitical tensions pose risks like rising tariffs and supply chain shifts for Singapore. To adapt, businesses must diversify supply chains, leverage FTAs, and align with policy incentives. The Centre for the Future of Trade and Investment (CFOTI) set up by SBF aims to equip businesses with expertise in navigating complex trade landscapes.

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Inaugural TAC Summit Gathers Leaders to Shape a Resilient Future

Join us at the inaugural TAC Summit on 22 January 2025 held at Amara Singapore, where visionary leaders and secretariats from the Trade Associations and Chambers (TAC) gather under the theme Bridging Ambitions, Building Success. Explore dynamic panel discussions featuring esteemed industry leaders, gain insights into emerging trends, and connect with peers to shape a future-ready TAC sector.