Orient Magazine Issue 66 - May 2018 | Page 13

Orient - The Official Magazine of the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore - Issue 66 May 2018 - Page 13
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Future of Work initiative
How can your business gain from the opportunities that workforce, workplace and digital revolution offer? There is no doubt that we are experiencing a period of transformation. From the Chamber's unique vantage point across multiple industries, leadership styles and countries, from April 2018-March 2019 we will be presenting a curated series of events and content offering you insights into the latest thinking with an e-publication of all activities and perspectives across our business group committees in conclusion.
We are delighted to be partnering in this significant series with Prudential Assurance Company Singapore, a long-term supporter of the Chamber and proponent of workplace and workforce transformation.
Look out for events and activities in our Future of Work series, which will be identified by the campaign logo and read more at www.britcham.org.sg/static-pages/future-of-work

Roundtable with Antonia Romeo, Permanent Secretary, Department of International Trade
On 20th March 2018, Chamber members joined His Excellency Scott Wightman, the British High Commissioner, in a roundtable trade discussion with Antonia Romeo and key DIT officials from the region. The conversation covered Britain's new export strategy and trade policy, the importance of the ASEAN market and the role that British companies in ASEAN can play in supporting UK exporters looking to expand into the region.

Sponsorship Announcements
We are delighted to announce that Prudential Assurance Company Singapore have partnered with the Chamber in a 5 year Platinum agreement effective from April 2018. Prudential joins our exceptional group of Annual Sponsorship partners - The Fry Group Asia (Gold), GEMS World Academy (Singapore) (Gold), St. James's Place Asia (Silver), British Airways (Silver), and Jardine Cycle & Carriage (Silver), who are all supporting the Chamber throughout 2018.

Scottish Business Group
The Chamber has agreed with Committee members that this group will cease and the objective or promoting Scotland is better served on a wider basis through our events and content.