SwissCham Asia

🌏 Asia’s Transformation: Key Insights from the March 2025 Asia Brief 🌏 SwissCham Asia presents the latest <Asia Brief>, covering key economic, political, and technological shifts shaping the region. 🔹 #Economic growth in #Vietnam (8 percent) and the #Philippines (6.2 percent) leads Southeast Asia, with major infrastructure investments driving regional expansion.  🔹 Shifting alliances as countries balance relations between #China, the U.S., and regional powers, reshaping global trade.  🔹 Tech and innovation are accelerating with #South #Korea’s 34 billion dollar investment in AI and biotech, #Malaysia’s semiconductor expansion, and Vietnam’s digital infrastructure push.  🔹 #Sustainability efforts grow as Vietnam expands solar energy, South Korea advances hydrogen projects, and Uzbekistan invests in waste-to-energy initiatives.  🔹 Global #geopolitics shift with the U.S.-Ukraine Mineral Accord reshaping supply chains, while China and ASEAN nations seize new trade opportunities. Read more: https://shorturl.at/pjnbS #SwissChamAsia #AsiaBrief #EconomicTrends #InvestmentOpportunities #Sustainability #Innovation #GlobalTrade

Big congratulations to ambassador Bernard Faustino Dy

🌏 China’s Role in Global Stability Amid Uncertainty 🌏 Stability is a vital asset in a time of swift geopolitical changes and economic fluctuations. As highlighted in the latest interview with SwissCham ASIA's President, Dr. iur. Urs Lustenberger, China remains a strong anchor of stability in the world, and Swiss business will continue to sustain strong relationships and confidence with China. SwissCham ASIA acknowledges China’s vital contribution to economic predictability and market resilience—traits that are crucial for both Swiss and international companies facing today’s uncertainties. With robust Swiss-Chinese business relations and demonstrated advantages for Swiss enterprises after a decade of the free trade agreement with China, Swiss companies have derived significant benefits from China's vibrant and innovation-oriented market. https://lnkd.in/dhUwQQ72 #SwissChamAsia #China #EconomicStability #GlobalTrade #SwissBusiness #Sustainability #Investment #Innovation #BusinessGrowth OEKO-TEX® TESTEX, Swiss Textile Testing Institute economiesuisse SECO Economic Cooperation and Development Switzerland Global Enterprise Asia Society SwissCham Singapore Swiss-Chinese Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) Roche UBS ABB Novartis Nestlé Buehler An ITW Company Ammann Group Holcim Syngenta Group Swissmem Swiss Watch Group Richemont Glencore Adecco Alcon SGS Swiss China Center NZZ ETH Zürich EPFL University of Zurich IMD China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) Swiss Re Sika Lonza Jeffrey Sachs Peter Fischer

🇧🇩🇨🇭 Strengthening Swiss-Asian Ties: Bangladesh UN Mission Visits SwissCham Asia in Zurich 📍 Zurich, February 25, 2025 – SwissCham Asia had the pleasure of hosting the Bangladesh Permanent Mission to the United Nations in Geneva for a dynamic discussion on investment opportunities and Swiss-Asian collaboration. The Bangladesh delegation included Mr. Selim Hossen, Commercial Counsellor, and Mr. Rajibul Islam Khan, First Secretary (Commercial), who engaged in insightful discussions with Dr. iur. Urs Lustenberger, Patrick Kriesemer and Prof. Dr. ir. Ying Zhang from the SwissCham Asia. Key Takeaways: ✅ Investment Opportunities in Bangladesh: Discussions covered strategic sectors, including sustainable plastics, textiles, leather, and agriculture, aiming to attract Swiss and European investors. ✅ Davos 2026 Vision: Bangladesh expressed interest in partnering with SwissCham Asia for a strong presence at the World Economic Forum in Davos, highlighting its economic growth and investment potential. ✅ Future Collaborations: Both sides agreed to co-organize investment-focused events in 2025, connecting Swiss and European businesses with opportunities in Bangladesh. ✅ Expanding Bilateral Ties: Additional topics included services, education, and healthcare, further strengthening Switzerland-Bangladesh cooperation. This visit marks a significant step towards enhancing trade, investment, and knowledge exchange between Switzerland and Asia. SwissCham Asia looks forward to continuing this collaboration and facilitating impactful initiatives in the near future! Great thanks to the country chair of Bangladesh committee at SwissCham ASIA Mr. SAAD FAHIM for his effort in promoting Bangladesh in Switzerland. 🔗 Stay tuned for more updates on upcoming events and initiatives! #SwissAsia #Bangladesh #InvestmentOpportunities #Collaboration #WEF #Switzerland #WTO #UnitedNations #Zurich #Asia

#Switzerland has topped the Global Innovation Index for the 14th year in a row. New #technologies and wider #digital access are driving #transformation in #businesses across the world. Learn more about how #jobs and #skills will evolve in coming years in the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report: https://ow.ly/VTNK50V4pPo #Innovation #Patents

🇨🇭 SwissCham ASIA Releases February 2025 Edition of Asia Brief: Exploring the Rise of 25 Asian Economies 🌏 February 2025 | Zurich, Switzerland– SwissCham ASIA proudly announces the release of the latest edition of Asia Brief, focusing on the theme Asia Rising and examining the key mechanisms driving growth across 25 Asian economies. 👉 In this issue, Asia Brief provides a comprehensive analysis of how innovation, technology, manufacturing, and education are shaping Asia’s economic trajectory in 2025. The report highlights the strategic priorities of 25 Asian countries, including all SwissCham ASIA member states, alongside key economies in South Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East.  👉 Asia’s Growth Mechanisms: Innovation, Technology, Manufacturing & Education. With Asia at the forefront of global economic transformation, Asia Brief explores how different countries are leveraging unique strategies for sustainable growth.  👉 Column Discussion | Spotlight: China’s AI Revolution & Its Global Impact   A key focus of this edition is China’s rapid advancement in AI technology and its influence on global industries. 🌏 Empowering Swiss Businesses with Strategic Insights   Published with scholarly support from Singularity Academy, Asia Brief is designed to provide Swiss-Asian business leaders with a competitive edge, offering deep insights into Asia’s dynamic market landscape. Through expert analysis, this edition aims to help SwissCham ASIA members make informed decisions and seize new opportunities in the region’s evolving economic environment.  📖 Read the full report and stay ahead in the Asian market.  🔗 https://lnkd.in/dRnB7ZHy #SwissChamASIA #AsiaBrief #AsiaRising #Innovation #Technology #Manufacturing #Education #ChinaAI #DigitalEconomy #SwissBusiness #MiddleEastGrowth #CentralAsia #ASEAN #SouthAsia #FutureOfAsia #GlobalMarkets

💪🇨🇭A honest comment from the president of SwissCham ASIA at Davos during WEF 2025, on the progressive and positive side of Pakistan- Journalism! Keep going up #Pakistan 🇵🇰 Pakistan At Davos #Asia #Davos2025 #WEF #Journalism Dr. iur. Urs Lustenberger https://lnkd.in/dM3rFqhA

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It is honor for SwissCham Asia to host his Excellency Tshering Tongay for this important learning session for our Swiss peers!

🇨🇭SwissCham Asia Engages with Swiss Students on ASEAN’s Business and Economy, with a Focus on Malaysia 🇲🇾 📍 Zurich | February 10, 2025 SwissCham Asia remains committed to fostering cross-regional collaboration by bridging education and industry. We were honored to contribute to a seminar organized by University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW in Switzerland, where students with a keen interest in exploring ASEAN’s economy and business landscape gained valuable insights from industry experts. As a key member of ASEAN, Malaysia was the focus of the seminar, with expert insights provided by SwissCham Asia and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA): 🔹 Patrick Kriesemer, Vice President of SwissCham Asia, provided a historical and economic overview of Malaysia’s development, business landscape, and its role within ASEAN’s economy. 🔹 Guna Mahalingam, Chairman of SwissCham Asia’s Malaysia Committee, Honorary Consul of Malaysia in Switzerland, and Fellow of Singularity Academy, highlighted Malaysia’s attractiveness as an investment hub within ASEAN and MIDA’s role in facilitating international business. 🔹 Khairul Azian Bin Idris, Deputy Director at MIDA, shared insights into Swiss investment opportunities in Malaysia, particularly in Halal industries, reinforcing Malaysia’s strategic positioning within ASEAN. The seminar concluded with a dynamic panel discussion & Q&A, where students engaged with experts on Islamic banking, tourism, business expansion, and investment prospects across ASEAN, with a focus on Malaysia. This collaboration underscored the importance of connecting academic learning with real-world business insights, helping students develop a deeper understanding of ASEAN’s economic landscape and Malaysia’s role within it. A special thanks to Ms. Antje Leukens from Northwestern University of Applied Sciences, MIDA, and all participants for making this seminar a success! We look forward to continuing to strengthen Swiss-ASEAN business ties. #SwissChamAsia #EducationAndIndustry #ASEAN #Malaysia #SwissBusiness #InvestmentOpportunities #GlobalInsights SwissCham Asia exploreASEAN Guna Mahalingam Patrick Kriesemer University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW Antje Leukens