Deloitte's conference brings together distinguished guests, government representatives, and industry leaders for engaging discussions on trending topics. Key highlights include a dialogue and panel discussions exploring diverse perspectives on the Singapore Budget 2025 proposals and their broader implications.
Participants will gain exclusive insights on the economic trends and developments shaping Singapore’s future, along with practical strategies to navigate challenges and seize emerging opportunities. This event is also an excellent platform for networking with peers, industry leaders, and Deloitte's client service team.
Do not miss the opportunity to deepen your understanding of the Budget 2025 changes and connect with key experts. Join us for this impactful event!
This event is supported by the Tax Academy of Singapore.
9.00 a.m. Opening remarks
9.05 a.m. Dialogue with Guests of Honour:
- Ms Indranee Rajah, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office, Second Minister for Finance and National Development
- Mr Shawn Huang, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Education and Finance
10.20 a.m. Coffee and Networking Break
10.50 a.m. Economic Outlook for 2025
- Gain insights into the macroeconomic landscape and what this means for Singapore
11.15 a.m. Budget 2025 Changes and Updates
11.35 a.m. Panel Discussion: Unpacking Budget 2025: Key Changes and Impact
12.20 p.m. Lunch and Networking Break
1.20 p.m. The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ): A New Era of Regional Collaboration
- JS-SEZ, a strategic initiative by both Malaysia and Singapore seeks to transform the border region between Johor and Singapore into a premier economic hub. Whilst details on the JS-SEZ are still being worked through by both countries, some announcements have already been made by Malaysia. JS-SEZ will have nine flagship zones targeting eleven economic sectors and five priority sectors. A range of tax incentives to attract investments and talent into JS-SEZ have also been announced by Malaysia. We have put together a panel of experts including tax, legal and banking professionals from both Singapore and across the Causeway to share the latest insights on JS-SEZ as well as tax and legal related considerations when investing in the JS-SEZ.
2.05 p.m. Future-proofing Investments, Innovations and Incentives – How to Thrive in a VUCA World
2.50 p.m. Coffee and Networking Break
3.20 p.m. E-invoicing
- E-invoicing is set to take centre stage in 2025, with IRAS introducing new requirements that businesses need to prepare for. Key updates, compliance steps, and transition expectations will be covered, along with insights from Malaysia and Australia on their e-invoicing frameworks. As digitalisation reshapes tax and finance operations, staying ahead of these developments is crucial for businesses navigating the evolving landscape.
3.45 p.m. Tax Technology Discussions:
- Implementation roadmap for Pillar Two technology
- Overview GenAI application to tax function
4.20 p.m. Navigating Transfer Pricing Controversies in Singapore: Key Issues & Compliance Strategies
- Explore the key areas of TP controversy in Singapore and tax authority challenges including, focusing on interest-free related party loans and practical strategies to manage disputes
4.50 p.m. Closing Remarks
5.00 p.m. End of Conference