CHI - Centre for Healthcare Innovation on July 28, 2023, took the centre stage to bridge both the Health and Social Care sectors witnessed by, Guest-of-Honour, Minister Ong Ye Kung, Singapore’s Minister for Health, with the launch of the Health and Social Change Academy to embrace digital innovations

The symposium featured prominent figures from important sectors of the health and biomedical industries who shared with the audience the successful innovations from Germany and recent developments in pharmaceuticals and biotech firms.
Germany was able to dominate the European pharmaceutical industry and ranked fourth globally in terms of R&D expenditures between 2016 and 2022. It was also highlighted that Germany's success in developing the first Covid-19 vaccine with EMA approval served as further evidence that German businesses are thriving in the biomedical sector.

We shared about potential collaboration possibilities such as Innovation Projects: to bring our collective expertise to the table and embark on innovation projects that disrupt industries and reshape the technological landscape. Having the useful skill sets present at the meetup creates an exciting opportunity for skill exchange and collaboration.

ARQon International Business Group attended the Singapore-Israel Healthtech Summit organized by Enterprise Singapore and Israel Innovation Authority. The summit attracted many companies and researchers from Israel and Singapore to gather their experiences and expertise.

ARQon International Business Group attended a constructive seminar hosted by the Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF), “Invest with Confidence: Navigate Malaysia’s Investment Landscape with Expertise and Insights”.
ARQon feels honored to be a part of the seminar as various opportunities were shown to us. The speakers' line-up, all of whom came from illustrious backgrounds, discussed the most recent business trends and the advantages Malaysia offers to attract foreign investment.

Strategies for market expansion, local partnerships, and global collaboration have played a crucial role. Successful firms focused on tapping into the region's 650 million population with a 9% annual growth rate. They thrived in a competitive market through resilience and fruitful events.

Understanding the market, customer behavior, and selecting the right partners were key. They emphasized the importance of unique selling propositions, brand awareness, and transparency in partnerships.

There was a panel discussion where each country in ASEAN presented its own opportunities. Singapore focused on manufacturing and logistics, while Malaysia offered untapped potential. Cambodia attracted foreign investment in the medtech sector.

Overall, the ASEAN region showcased strategic advantages, including tariff benefits, robust infrastructure, human capital, and growth incentives. Reasons for entering the market varied from strategic geography to growth opportunities. Aspiring businesses can learn from these success stories to navigate challenges, form strong partnerships, and adapt to local dynamics. By leveraging unique offerings, firms can thrive in the UK-ASEAN MedTech market.

ARQon International Business Group visited the Embassy of Cambodia and met up with the ambassador, HE Sok Khoeun, in Singapore. This fruitful meeting shed light on the potential and advancements in the Medical, microtechnology, and aerospace sectors. We are thankful that HE Sok Khoeun shared his contacts and referred us to your Chamber of Commerce.

Medfit is an event which posters innovations in the Medtech Industry. Our Business Development Director, Julie Dao, had a wonderful meeting with Weng YingJie from MedFit as she went through the potential companies or organizations that we can meet who operate in the field of medical fitness, healthcare innovation, or related areas. We look forward to take part in MedFit to bring in the delegation and audience from Asia.

We are thrilled to announce ARQon's participation in the highly anticipated Biomedical Engineering Society (BES) 16th Scientific Meeting (BES16SM), which took place at National University of Singapore (NUS). As a contributor to the field of biomedical engineering, we are proud to be part of this groundbreaking event that brings together bright minds and industry professionals from various disciplines.