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The Asia Group Welcomes Michael Switow as Principal to Further Strengthen Singapore Office and Southeast Asia Practice

Singapore & Washington, DC | July 10, 2025 – The Asia Group (TAG) is pleased to announce that Michael Switow has joined as a Principal in the TAG Singapore office. With nearly three decades of experience spanning media, business, and public policy in Asia, Switow’s appointment underscores TAG’s commitment to providing clients with unparalleled insights and strategic guidance across Southeast Asia’s dynamic markets.

As a senior member of TAG’s Southeast Asia practice, Switow helps clients navigate evolving political, economic, and regulatory landscapes. His deep expertise in translating complex developments into actionable strategies builds on TAG’s mission to deliver client success at the intersection of public policy and business outcomes.

“Michael is an extraordinary addition to our growing Singapore team,” said Alexander C. Feldman, TAG Partner who leads the Southeast Asia practice. “His unique blend of journalistic curiosity, strategic thinking, and firsthand regional experience will be invaluable to clients seeking to understand and respond to Southeast Asia’s shifting business environment.”

Over the course of his career, Switow has covered major political, financial, and social developments for leading news platforms in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, South Africa, and the United States. He has also interviewed leading CEOs, moderated ministerial-level discussions, and co-authored two groundbreaking books on business strategy and leadership.

“Michael brings an exceptional track record of distilling complexity into clarity — a crucial skill for helping clients articulate their challenges with governments and other key stakeholders,” says Jim Loi, Managing Partner at The Asia Group. “His experience across sectors and steadfast commitment to principled leadership embody TAG’s values. Michael has a talent for asking the right questions and facilitating impactful discussions that drive results for our clients in Southeast Asia and beyond.”

For more information, please visit www.theasiagroup.com or contact media@theasiagroup.com.

About The Asia Group

The Asia Group is the premier partner to the world’s leading companies seeking to excel across the Indo-Pacific. With a multi-disciplinary team of dynamic professionals across the region, The Asia Group enables companies to unlock value and mitigate risk at the intersection of public policy and corporate strategy.

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