Guernsey - The Answer For Affluent Asians

Melanie Ison, Director of Nerine Trust in Hong Kong, considers the distinctive priorities of Asian high-net-worth individuals and why Guernsey is equipped to meet their needs.

Asia Pacific is second only to North America in terms of the number of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) in the region.

By 2018, it is expected to hold more than one-third of global wealth, with its private wealth forecast to reach USD76.9 trillion.1 The opportunities for private client service providers in Asia are abundant. Over the years, Asian clients have been naturally drawn to the services of jurisdictions like the BVI and the Cayman Islands, partly due to the flexibility of their legislation compared to options closer to home.