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Singapore

Country overview

Singapore is a world-class financial and business hub because of its sound economic fundamentals, strong financial supervisory framework, world-class infrastructure and convenient geographic location. The combination of Singapore’s strong banking secrecy rules, generous tax incentives, as well as its highly regarded international reputation, attracts many high net worth individuals and corporations to Singapore. It is one of the most popular jurisdictions to establish a business.

With its pro-business tax regime and extensive network of double tax treaties, Singapore provides significant investment and structuring opportunities for individuals and companies worldwide.

In recent years, the Singapore government has invested heavily in diversifying the economy. This has led to growth in the tourism industry, the pharmaceutical industry with a particular focus on biotechnology, financial services, education, multimedia, retail and leisure, and the medical technology industry.

In a further bid to boost Singapore’s economic prospects, the government approved the creation of two integrated resorts with casino licenses, the first to be granted in the republic.

In September 2007, Singapore hosted the first Formula 1 night race, and in 2010 it will host the world’s first Youth Olympic Games.  A number of major redevelopment initiatives are also boosting the construction, property, tourism, leisure and retail industries, including projects to refurbish Orchard Road and the Singapore River regions, the extension of the Biopolis, and the development of the Sports Hub.
Intertrust Singapore, established in February 2003, has over 60 experienced staff providing a full range of services tailored to assist individuals and companies who are seeking to optimise their investment opportunities in Asia and beyond. Our team of dedicated professionals aims to provide high-level and consistent quality services to clients at all times.

Our specialised services include:
• trust structuring and administration services
• tailor-made escrow and agency solutions
• quality corporate secretarial, accounting and payroll services
• relocation services

 

 

Geography

South-eastern Asia, islands between Malaysia and Indonesia - 1 22 N, 103 48 E

Capital

Singapore

Time zone

UTC+8

Population

4,839,000 (2008 est.)

Nationality

Noun: Singaporean(s)
Adjective: Singapore

Languages

commonly used

Mandarin, English, Malay, Hokkien, Cantonese, Teochew, Tamil & etc.

Government type

Parliamentary republic

Legal system

Based on English common law; has not accepted compulsory ICJ jurisdiction

 


Offices

Intertrust Singapore

3 Anson Road #27-01
Springleaf Tower
Singapore 079909

singapore@intertrustgroup.com

  • Phone: +(65) 6500 6400
  • Fax: +(65) 6557 2334
  • Commercial Registery Number: 200301038K

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