Empowering Economies for Long-Term Growth
To attract sustained foreign investment and help local companies expand globally, economic development organizations need more than strategy and vision – they require trusted, on-the-ground support with localized insight, cross-border experience, and the capacity to execute plans. Our team helps government agencies and trade organizations expand their global reach by providing targeted support in Asia’s most in-demand markets.
With over 600 professionals across the region, we offer tailored in-market representation and overseas staffing solutions, facilitate trade missions, and deliver actionable business intelligence. Whether you’re looking to identify sector opportunities, attract foreign direct investment, or expand exports and operations internationally, our full-service specialists provide practical, data-driven solutions based on decades of experience and strong in-country networks.
How We Can Help Your Mission
Access to reliable and timely market intelligence is critical for effective decision-making and successful international expansion. Leveraging in-depth, on-the-ground expertise across Asia, this service delivers accurate and up-to-date data to support state agencies and their business communities—at no cost. Offerings include:
- In-depth market and business environment presentations and webinars
- Comparative country and market benchmarking
- Customized research reports and investment guides
- Syndicated content from the Asia Briefing platform
Establishing a presence in key international markets is essential to attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and driving economic growth at home. This service provides outsourced, in-market support to help states and economic development organizations engage effectively with Asia’s dynamic and fast-growing economies. Core areas of support include:
- FDI Attraction:
- Market sector assessment and opportunity identification
- Development of targeted FDI attraction strategies
- Identification and engagement of qualified investors
- Representation at international investment forums
- Coordination of investor delegation visits to client communities
- Market Support:
- Additional services available to support companies directly.
- Additional services available to support companies directly.
Maximizing the impact of international trade activities requires more than just attendance—it demands strategic planning and tailored engagement. This service supports companies participating in trade missions and exhibitions by facilitating meaningful connections, enhancing visibility, and ensuring smooth execution. Core support includes:
- B2B matchmaking with qualified in-market partners
- Coordination of multi-day itineraries with prospective clients and stakeholders
- End-to-end planning, logistics management, and interpretation services
- On-site staffing support during trade shows and business events
- Post-mission follow-up and lead-nurturing assistance
Establishing a presence in a foreign market often requires a phased approach. In the early stages, building a full in-house HR team may be impractical. This service offers flexible staffing solutions that reduce market entry risk by leveraging trusted third-party support for recruitment, employment, and workforce management. Key offerings include:
- Talent acquisition and recruitment services
- Employer of Record (EOR) solutions for compliant hiring
- Human resources administration and payroll processing
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Supporting Global Trade Programs Across Asia
Dezan Shira & Associates provides the corporate, professional, and technology services that are essential for navigating Asia's complex regulatory environments. Founded in 1992, the firm is in its fourth decade of operation, and has grown to include dozens of technical practices with more than 600 professionals in 40 offices located across 15 countries throughout Asia.
We can support missions from 27 offices strategically located across China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Singapore, Vietnam, and Dubai, and from our 13 Asian Alliance partner offices in Australia, Bangladesh, Japan, the Philippines, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and South Korea.
Why Partner With Us
Multi-disciplinary Professional Services Capabilities
We support clients across legal, financial, and HR domains of doing business internationally.
Regulatory expertise located across major Asian markets
Our Asia practices deliver deep regulatory expertise and business insights from more than 40 locations.
Market research and publications insights teams
Our research practice specializes in delivering actionable, country-specific intelligence.
Dedicated client teams based in North America, Europe, and Asia
Our US and European offices provide real-time communication and in-person support.
Established partner-matching capability and network
Beyond advisory, we help introduce suppliers, distributors, retailers, and other partners in the foreign market.
Strong track record of professional support for government and trade
For over three decades, we have supported trade delegations, chambers of commerce, and government trade and investment programs into Asia.
Contact our Experts
We provide expert advisory and corporate services across Asia, guiding businesses through complex markets and regulations.