About
Welcome to Trade & Industry Association (Singapore)
A key pillar in its economy even centuries before Singapore was founded in 1819, over the years trade gradually diversified into various sectors like manufacturing and financial services. Especially after Singapore was transformed into an Entrepot for the regional and eventually the global trade. With its economic stature outdistancing its geographic size and resources many times over, World Trade Organization now ranks Singapore as the 16th largest trading nation in the world, with Singapore’s trade 2.7 times its GDP.
Singapore
Why Singapore
Doing Business In Singapore
All business entities importing and exporting in Singapore should first be registered with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). Following which, the business/company will be given a Business Registration Number which is also its Unique Entity Number
Why Invest in Singapore
Since 1965, Singapore joined the ranks of free world countries leading up to a present day world-class city, bustling port, and prosperous economy. Not only is she established as a first world country, Singapore remains a strong foothold with her stable economy and cosmopolitan
International Trading
International trading gives rise to globalisation. While every country is valued for different resources - global trade allows the use of commodities and increases consumer exposure to resources of the world. From Swiss Alps water to French wine, New Zealand honey to Thai rice
Case Study
Factors popularizing Singapore's attractiveness
Enabling seamless global trade with world-class infrastructure, policy transparency, and strategic connectivity.
Open & Efficient Trade Environment
With one of the world’s most liberal trade policies, Singapore offers duty-free and paperless import-export processes for most goods and services—regulated only where essential for public safety, health, or environmental reasons.
World-Class Connectivity & Infrastructure
Home to one of the busiest seaports and an award-winning international airport, Singapore is a logistics powerhouse. Its strategic location along global trade routes ensures fast, reliable access to over 600 ports and 180 cities worldwide.
Business-Friendly Ecosystem & Financial Strength
Singapore’s stable governance, robust financial sector, and expanding Free Trade Agreement (FTA) network support secure and scalable trade operations. Entrepreneurs benefit from clear regulations, minimal red tape, and easy access to trade financing and insurance services.