Singapore
Singapore is THE best place in the world to start a business. I’ ve written about Singapore city here and also here. I have a deep respect for the ability of the government to spur entrepreneurship and innovation, and raise the quality of life for a society. Living here is a joy, and I love being here for that reason, now if I could only find some interests outside of my work …
Thailand
I write too much about this country already. I’ m redacting my previous statements on the LOS. There is“ nothing” to see in Thailand, please move along … My advice to backpacking tourists looking to“ find themselves” and“ see elephants” and“ ladyboys” is to stay for a day, visit Phuket and then get out. We never wanted you here anyway.
For those of you who want to see the real Thailand … I recommend at least a year on the ground. Learning the language, starting a business, getting a multiple entry visa in Thailand through a Thai Company, and living in Bangkok city.
Cambodia
Cambodia is the future rice bowl of SE Asia. Along with Thailand and Vietnam, this is where the bulk of food will be produced in the 21st century. it’ s also a very young society, and its developing quickly. I’ ve seen ventures fail here( premium beer, commerce) and other succeed( citizenship by investment, property investment, fund management, rice, micro lending) the business field is wide open. Read more about Cambodia here. Read more about Cambodia’ s Flag Theory and How to Get Cambodian Citizenship | Frontier Investing | Private Equity
Vietnam
Vietnam has an emerging tech community. You would not believe the talent that comes out of this country in terms of technical ability. The currency is a dong, and the government makes it near impossible to start a business unless you know the right people. Even the locals have to go and stand in a room and be read a number in order to start a company here. I spoke to a young girl that did it herself( instead of pay a company rough $ 200). From the beginning, you should only pick a venture that the government will LIKE – because if they don’ t like you – bye bye. Take for instance Facebook – which saw a countrywide ban when groups starting popping up opposing the incumbent party. Check this article on How to set up a Vietnam LLC for further information.
Philippines
Ahhh the Philippines. The friendliest people on earth. Despite having one of the lowest GDP per capita, they have one of the highest happiness ratings. The women here are