On 1 October, the DEG office in Singapore hosted a reception at the National Gallery Singapore entitled ‘Expanding Strategic Horizons’ and welcomed around 100 guests, including customers, partners and stakeholders. The highlight of the event was a panel discussion on ‘Corporate Resilience’. Monika Beck, Member of the DEG Management Board, and industry experts discussed the key factors for corporate resilience in a changing world. Afterwards, participants had time to network and exchange ideas in a relaxed atmosphere.

Stronger DEG presence in Southeast Asia

The new office director in Singapore, Nadegda Kolesinski, was also introduced at the event. She has been in charge of the office and the local team since July. Commenting on the benefits of the growing importance of the financial hub for the Southeast Asia region, she says: “Our increased presence in Singapore gives us the opportunity to work even more closely with our partners and establish new networks. This enables us to better identify and promote sustainable investment opportunities throughout the region.”

In Southeast Asia DEG is represented in Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam, among others. Cooperation between the offices helps to leverage regional synergies and optimise support for customers.