SEPT 28 — “Attracting people to come to Singapore is not an issue — the real issue is that you can’t attract everybody,” said Akbar Shah, the head of Citigroup’s Mega Wealth Business in the Asia-Pacific.
There are several oft-touted reasons why the Republic is one of the world’s top wealth management centres - its efficient infrastructure, attractive living environment and transparent system. Besides these, Mr Shah says, the availability of a talent pool — not just an imported but also a local one — plays a vital role in the industry’s growth. Full story
