Episode 26: Investing in APAC

In Episode 26, GIIA's chief executive, Jon Phillips, explores the promising investment landscape in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, driven by a US $1.7 trillion annual infrastructure gap. Recorded following GIIA's member conference in Singapore, this episode features insights from Deepali Bahl, Managing Director at Augment Infrastructure; Gerald Licnachan, a Partner at CMS based in Singapore; and Kristy Duane, Co-Head of Infrastructure at CMS. The conversation covers APAC’s rapid urbanisation, a growing middle class, and favourable policies for foreign investment, positioning the region for substantial infrastructure expansion. Key growth areas highlighted include digital infrastructure, renewable energy, and mid-market investments, with local expertise essential for navigating regulatory diversity and seizing market opportunities.