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Interview at Made In Italy Summit 2025
The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore Managing Director Giacomo Marabiso participated in the Made in Italy Summit 2025, organized by Il Sole 24 Ore, Skytg24, and the Financial Times, under the patronage of Assocamerestero.
During the interview, Giacomo Marabiso discussed the strategic role of Singapore in the APAC Region, the business opportunities for Italian companies across the area, and the potential impact of U.S. tariffs on Singapore’s economy and trade dynamics.
During the first quarter of 2026, the Italian Chambers of Commerce in ASEAN, in collaboration with Venicepromex and Assocamerestero, will launch the first Southeast Asia Forum in Italy, an event designed to showcase the business opportunities in the ASEAN region.
During the interview, Giacomo Marabiso discussed the strategic role of Singapore in the APAC Region, the business opportunities for Italian companies across the area, and the potential impact of U.S. tariffs on Singapore’s economy and trade dynamics.
During the first quarter of 2026, the Italian Chambers of Commerce in ASEAN, in collaboration with Venicepromex and Assocamerestero, will launch the first Southeast Asia Forum in Italy, an event designed to showcase the business opportunities in the ASEAN region.
Officialization of the agreement between The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore and ASSORAM
Today marks the officialization of the agreement between The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore and ASSORAM | Distribuzione Primaria Farma e Salute for the establishment of the ASSORAM #Antenna in #Singapore, located at the #ICCS office, and the #ICCS Antenna in #Italy, hosted at the ASSORAM headquarters in #Rome.
This partnership will allow members of both ASSORAM and ICCS to benefit from the facilities of the two associations in Singapore and Italy, respectively, and will further strengthen collaboration between the Italian and Singaporean business communities.
This partnership will allow members of both ASSORAM and ICCS to benefit from the facilities of the two associations in Singapore and Italy, respectively, and will further strengthen collaboration between the Italian and Singaporean business communities.
ICCS New Office Unit
ICCS is moving!
...but not too far... just next door!
Please make a note of our new address:
160 Robinson Rd, #20-04 SBF Center, Singapore 068914
Kindly note that you will find us in the new unit (#20-04) starting from 1st October 2025.
...but not too far... just next door!
Please make a note of our new address:
160 Robinson Rd, #20-04 SBF Center, Singapore 068914
Kindly note that you will find us in the new unit (#20-04) starting from 1st October 2025.
Visit of the Deputy Minister V. Valentini to ICCS Board Members
The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore had the pleasure today to welcome Deputy Minister for Made in Italy Valentino Valentini, H.E. Dante Brandi, Ambassador of Italy to Singapore and Brunei, and Michal Ron, Chief International Business Officer of SACE.
The conversation touched on key topics for Italian businesses in the region:
🔹 The impact of US tariffs on ASEAN markets
🔹 Business sentiment on the ASEAN economy & the China+1 strategy
🔹 The role of ICCS in supporting members in Singapore and across the region
The meeting highlighted the need to:
✅ Strengthen initiatives helping Italian companies establish their presence in Singapore as a hub for ASEAN
✅ Advance new Free Trade Agreements between Europe and ASEAN
We are proud to play a role in connecting institutions, companies and opportunities to ensure Italian businesses can thrive in Southeast Asia.
The conversation touched on key topics for Italian businesses in the region:
🔹 The impact of US tariffs on ASEAN markets
🔹 Business sentiment on the ASEAN economy & the China+1 strategy
🔹 The role of ICCS in supporting members in Singapore and across the region
The meeting highlighted the need to:
✅ Strengthen initiatives helping Italian companies establish their presence in Singapore as a hub for ASEAN
✅ Advance new Free Trade Agreements between Europe and ASEAN
We are proud to play a role in connecting institutions, companies and opportunities to ensure Italian businesses can thrive in Southeast Asia.
Aziende in vetrina a Singapore per Italian Food & Beverage
Torna per il settimo anno consecutivo l’Italian Food and Beverage in Singapore (IFBS), l’iniziativa di riferimento per le aziende italiane del settore agroalimentare interessate a entrare o rafforzare la propria presenza nei mercati asiatici. Organizzato dalla Camera di commercio italiana a Singapore con il supporto delle Camere di commercio italiane in Asia e Australia, che si terrà il 25 e 26 giugno. IFBS è una piattaforma di promozione e incontro B2B che offre alle imprese italiane un accesso diretto a buyer e operatori provenienti da 11 paesi chiave dell’area Asia-Pacifico: Singapore, Malesia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Giappone, Australia, Hong Kong, Tailandia, Corea del Sud, Filippine e Cambogia. Le due giornate dell’evento prevedono l’esposizione e la degustazione di prodotti italiani, incontri B2B programmati e visite di operatori specializzati, con l’obiettivo di attivare nuove relazioni commerciali e distributive. Oltre all’evento in presenza, il progetto prevede un percorso di accompagnamento personalizzato che va dalla raccolta del materiale illustrativo alla logistica per la spedizione dei campioni, fino al matching con partner commerciali selezionati in collaborazione con le Camere Italiane in Asia. Un'opportunità strategica per le imprese italiane del food & beverage che vogliono affermarsi in mercati dinamici e ad alto potenziale di crescita.
ICCS coordinated the meeting between Regional Minister for Internationalization, Investment Attraction, and Economic Development, Piemonte Region Andrea Tronzano and LANSSET Committee, Enterprise Singapore as well as a visit to ST Microelectronics
On the occasion of the visit to Singapore of Regional Minister for Internationalization, Investment Attraction, and Economic Development, Piemonte Region Andrea Tronzano, ICCS has coordinated a meeting with the LANSSET Committee, Enterprise Singapore and the visit to ST Microelectronics booth during the trade show SEMICON Asia.
ICCS Privilege Program 2025-2026
We are delighted to announce our new ICCS membership card for the upcoming year 2025-2026 as part of our Privilege Program!
The ICCS membership card is exclusive to our members and it offers access to a range of discounts and benefits- including offers on food and beverages, hotels, fashion and more- trough our partnership with some selected businesses.
We are proud to provide this to our members. Promotions are valid until March 31 2026. Members must display their ICCS membership card to enjoy the privileges. For more information or to join our ICCS privilege program please contact marketing@italchamber.org.sg
The ICCS membership card is exclusive to our members and it offers access to a range of discounts and benefits- including offers on food and beverages, hotels, fashion and more- trough our partnership with some selected businesses.
We are proud to provide this to our members. Promotions are valid until March 31 2026. Members must display their ICCS membership card to enjoy the privileges. For more information or to join our ICCS privilege program please contact marketing@italchamber.org.sg
Singapore: Gionata Bosco appointment as Treasurer of EuroCham Singapore
ICCS is delighted to share that The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore President Gionata Bosco has been appointed Treasurer of the European Chamber of Commerce, Singapore (EuroCham Singapore).
His appointment was announced during the EuroCham AGM held on Tuesday 22nd April, in the presence of Minister Tan See Leng, Minister of Manpower and Second Minister of Trade and Industry.
Congratulations to Gionata Bosco for representing the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore!
His appointment was announced during the EuroCham AGM held on Tuesday 22nd April, in the presence of Minister Tan See Leng, Minister of Manpower and Second Minister of Trade and Industry.
Congratulations to Gionata Bosco for representing the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore!
Singapore: Gionata Bosco confermato presidente della CCI
La Camera di Commercio Italiana a Singapore, lo scorso mercoledì 16 marzo ha riconfermato il Presidente, Gionata Bosco, per il secondo mandato 2025 – 2028.
Oltre alla riconferma di Bosco, che è General Manager - Vimar Asia Pacific, gli associati della CCI Singapore hanno nominato il nuovo consiglio direttivo che vede: Pierluigi Petrone, Chief Executive Officer di Euromed Pharma APAC, come Vice-Presidente, Long Shiuan Ho, Chief Financial Officer di A. Menarini Asia-Pacific Holdings, come Tesoriere, e come membri: Novella Burioli, General Manager di Intesa Sanpaolo SpA Singapore Branch, Francesco Bianchi, Chief Executive Officer di Ferrari Far East, Edoardo Sirtori, Group Vice President della Global Co-Head, Marco Diana, Group Head Private Banking International, Fabrizio Caruso, Founder and CEO di S8 Advisory, Simone Lovati, Managing Director dell'Asia per CRIF, e Wanying Lim, COO - STG – Symphony Technology Group Asset Management.
Il nuovo Consiglio Direttivo ha eletto inoltre Gianfranco Casati, Chairman Advisory Board di Antares Ventures, come Vice Presidente Onorario.
Casati prende il posto di Renato Sirtori, in Asia dal 1969, dove ha ricoperto ruoli di vertice all’interno di ST Microelectronics e ha contribuito a fondare la Camera di Commercio Italiana a Singapore.
Oltre alla riconferma di Bosco, che è General Manager - Vimar Asia Pacific, gli associati della CCI Singapore hanno nominato il nuovo consiglio direttivo che vede: Pierluigi Petrone, Chief Executive Officer di Euromed Pharma APAC, come Vice-Presidente, Long Shiuan Ho, Chief Financial Officer di A. Menarini Asia-Pacific Holdings, come Tesoriere, e come membri: Novella Burioli, General Manager di Intesa Sanpaolo SpA Singapore Branch, Francesco Bianchi, Chief Executive Officer di Ferrari Far East, Edoardo Sirtori, Group Vice President della Global Co-Head, Marco Diana, Group Head Private Banking International, Fabrizio Caruso, Founder and CEO di S8 Advisory, Simone Lovati, Managing Director dell'Asia per CRIF, e Wanying Lim, COO - STG – Symphony Technology Group Asset Management.
Il nuovo Consiglio Direttivo ha eletto inoltre Gianfranco Casati, Chairman Advisory Board di Antares Ventures, come Vice Presidente Onorario.
Casati prende il posto di Renato Sirtori, in Asia dal 1969, dove ha ricoperto ruoli di vertice all’interno di ST Microelectronics e ha contribuito a fondare la Camera di Commercio Italiana a Singapore.
Indo Pacific Region and Africa: an Economic Overview - by Intesa San Paolo
The 21 February 2025, Intesa San Paolo, during the Singapore Budget Breakfast Briefing (Cross-Chamber), presents an interesting topic regarding an in-depth economic overview of the Indo-Pacific and Africa, with a focus on trade, investment, and geopolitical trends. It explains how the Indo-Pacific concept has expanded over time to include more countries due to its increasing economic and strategic significance. Various nations, including the U.S., Canada, and several European and Asian countries, have adopted Indo-Pacific strategies.
The economic landscape is analyzed, highlighting that the ASEAN region remains a key driver of trade integration, benefiting from supply chain shifts and technological advancements. While Asia-Pacific economies show resilient growth forecasts, there are concerns over inflation, global trade policies, and geopolitical tensions that could affect stability. China’s role remains central, though structural challenges like the housing market crisis and U.S. trade restrictions are shaping its trajectory. Meanwhile, India’s economy is expected to slow slightly before rebounding due to strong domestic demand and policy adjustments.
Sub-Saharan Africa is experiencing a pickup in economic growth and declining inflation, with key trade agreements such as AfCFTA expected to enhance integration and trade. The Middle East also presents a mixed picture, with the Gulf economies maintaining steady growth despite regional uncertainties.
Trade relations between Italy and various Indo-Pacific and African countries are analyzed, showing fluctuations in foreign direct investments and trade balances. Italy has significant trade deficits with China and India but enjoys trade surpluses with the UAE and Singapore. Key sectors include machinery, metals, textiles, and chemicals.
Overall, the presentation highlights both opportunities and challenges in the Indo-Pacific and Africa, with economic shifts driven by digital transformation, trade agreements, and policy changes in major economies.
The economic landscape is analyzed, highlighting that the ASEAN region remains a key driver of trade integration, benefiting from supply chain shifts and technological advancements. While Asia-Pacific economies show resilient growth forecasts, there are concerns over inflation, global trade policies, and geopolitical tensions that could affect stability. China’s role remains central, though structural challenges like the housing market crisis and U.S. trade restrictions are shaping its trajectory. Meanwhile, India’s economy is expected to slow slightly before rebounding due to strong domestic demand and policy adjustments.
Sub-Saharan Africa is experiencing a pickup in economic growth and declining inflation, with key trade agreements such as AfCFTA expected to enhance integration and trade. The Middle East also presents a mixed picture, with the Gulf economies maintaining steady growth despite regional uncertainties.
Trade relations between Italy and various Indo-Pacific and African countries are analyzed, showing fluctuations in foreign direct investments and trade balances. Italy has significant trade deficits with China and India but enjoys trade surpluses with the UAE and Singapore. Key sectors include machinery, metals, textiles, and chemicals.
Overall, the presentation highlights both opportunities and challenges in the Indo-Pacific and Africa, with economic shifts driven by digital transformation, trade agreements, and policy changes in major economies.
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