Southeast Asia first-hand - a new opportunity for Slovenian companies, Ljubljana

26. 5. 2026
9.00 - 10.30
GZS – Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia, Hall B

Kliknite za prenos dogodka

Southeast Asia is becoming one of the fastest growing economic regions in the world and an increasingly important target for the internationalization of Slovenian companies.

We invite you to a professional event aimed at companies considering entering, expanding or localizing their business in the markets of Southeast Asia .

The event will offer concrete, practical, first-hand insight - without theory, with the experience of companies that are already successfully operating in these markets.

What will you find out?

comparative view of key markets in Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines)
differences in business culture, regulations and market entry approaches
Practical experience: what works – and what is better to avoid
Singapore as a regional business hub and gateway to Asia
Philippines' potential, young workforce and production opportunities
the importance of supporting documents in international business

They will be with you:

managers with many years of experience doing business in Southeast Asia
Representatives of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry and experts in internationalization support

Concluding with open discussion and business networking.

Programme

PROGRAM*
09.00 – 09.05	The importance of Southeast Asia for the internationalization of the Slovenian economy Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia
09.05 – 09.35	DOING BUSINESS IN SOUTHEAST ASIA IN ASIA - challenges, opportunities and first-hand business insights Andrej Boštjančič, Director, SoftNET doo, with many years of experience in business in Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore and the Philippines Comparative view of markets • Business culture • Market entry
09.35 – 09.45	PHILIPPINES – a market of potential and young talent Sebastjan Semrajc, COO, ZE Electronic Manufacturing Services Limited Production localization • Human resources • Practical experience
09.45 – 10.55	SINGAPORE – regional business center for Southeast Asia Linda Belina, Operations Director, iT Learning Solution Asia Entry point for the wider Asian region
09.55 – 10.00	Documents that open doors to the world Eva Žontar, M.A. - Director, Public Documents of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry
10.00 – 10.30	Discussion between speakers and participants Business networking

*The program is tentative and subject to change.

Information

The event is aimed at business owners, directors, export and development managers, and anyone considering Asia as the next strategic step for growth.

Participation is only possible upon prior registration, no later than May 22, 2026 via the electronic registration form . The number of places is limited, and the order of applications and the relevance of the registered companies will be taken into account.

Contact for additional information: GZS, Nataša Turk, tel. 01 58 98 152, e-mail natasa.turk@gzs.si

Event organizers: Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia, Ministry of Economy, Tourism and Sport, SPIRIT Slovenia, public agency