In this session, we will discuss the challenges and opportunities private companies and entrepreneurs face as they launch businesses in a country that is not their homeland, and expand internationally amidst increasing geopolitical complexities. In a context of global order shifts, companies and entrepreneurs must navigate rising tensions between major powers, evolving trade policies, nationalistic policies, and the implications of economic sanctions. Panellists will discuss how businesses can adapt to these changes, from restructuring supply chains to managing risks tied to political instability. Attendees will gain insights into the strategies companies may employ to safeguard their global ambitions in uncertain times.

Key discussion points will include:

• The growing importance of understanding regulatory environments and compliance standards in foreign markets;
• the role of government relations;
• risk assessment in an uncertain environment;
• the importance of building resilient operations across multiple regions;
• the future of globalisation, considering how trends like de-globalisation and regionalisation may impact private companies' expansion strategies.