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Connecting you to opportunities across Asia

UOB’s FDI Advisory supports companies expanding into Asia through regional expertise, in‑market advisory and an established ecosystem of partners across ASEAN.

Key takeaways

One-stop FDI advisory service

Launched in 2011 to support internationalisation beyond banking.

11 FDI centres across Asia

On‑the‑ground expertise to navigate complex cross‑border expansion.

Extensive regional ecosystem

Connecting companies to partners for seamless market entry in Asia.

Meet the experts

Jimmy Koh

Managing Director, Group FDI Advisory | UOB

Jimmy Koh leads Network Partnerships and Strategic Marketing at UOB's FDI Advisory, bringing over 20 years of banking experience across global markets, strategy and communications to support ASEAN expansion.

Francis Thong

Senior Vice President, Group FDI Advisory | UOB

Francis Thong has over 20 years of banking experience. Supporting companies expanding across SEA by guiding market entry, connecting partners and leveraging UOB's ASEAN network to provide key insights.

Ho Sze Ming

Senior Vice President, FDI Advisory | UOB Vietnam

Ho Sze Ming heads UOB's FDI Advisory in Vietnam, supporting companies with market-entry and investment advisory. He brings over 25 years of banking experience across wholesale banking, branch operations and support functions.

About the Workshop provider

UOB, founded in 1935 in Singapore, has grown into one of Asia’s leading banks, bringing more than 90 years of knowledge and expertise to its strong regional presence and long‑standing commitment to stability and prudent growth. As a bank with a strong Asian heritage and deep Southeast Asian roots, UOB is guided by its Purpose of Building the future of ASEAN and doing what is Right By You. The Bank operates close to 430 branches and offices across 19 markets in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America, offering a comprehensive suite of retail, wholesale and global markets services. Backed by strong credit ratings of Aa1 and AA-, UOB supports customers through cross‑border banking, sector‑focused solutions and an integrated ASEAN network.

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Connecting you to opportunities across Asia

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