Trade is Changing. Talent is Following.
Global trade is undergoing one of the most significant transformations since the end of World War II. Geopolitics, expanding trade blocs, climate‑driven disruption, and the growing use of economic tools as political weapons are all reshaping how goods move around the world. But the impact extends beyond that to include when and where talent flows. […]
Special Report: Iran War’s Impact on Asia Talent Mobility
Asia is already feeling the ripple effects of the war in Iran—and the implications extend well beyond energy prices. Our latest paper examines how disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are affecting oil and LNG supply chains and, ultimately, the assignee experience across Asia. While many assignees are currently buffered by government interventions, the […]
Alert: Singapore – Changes to Third-Party Payments
Singapore has tightened its anti–money laundering, counter-proliferation financing, and counter‑terrorism financing (AML/CPF/CFT) framework for real estate transactions. These changes affect all parties involved in leasing, including corporates and relocation management companies (RMCs) that make payments on behalf of relocating employees. The new procedure requires that all parties to a lease—individuals or entities—undergo due diligence, […]