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• Gain firsthand market intelligence on current and future port infrastructure projects across South Asia. • Identify specific export and investment opportunities for U.S. technology, services, software, and equipment. • Hear directly from U.S. Embassy and Consulate Officials and in-market industry leaders/government officials. • Understand the unique regulatory environments, procurement processes, and business landscapes in each featured market. • Learn strategies for successful market entry and partnership development.

Join leading U.S. cybersecurity companies to explore high-priority business opportunities in the Philippines defense market, where cyber systems top the Armed Forces of the Philippines Modernization Program‘s Horizon 3 priorities. This exclusive webinar delivers actionable insights on procurement processes, contract bidding, and market entry strategies. Speakers • Philippines Defense Landscape, Featuring Philippines & U.S. Government Representatives • Philippines Defense Attache • Armed Forces of the Philippines, Systems Engineering & Modernization Office • U.S. Commercial Service • JUSMAG Philippines • DoD Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Policy), Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Aerospace, Defense & Security (ADS) Business Mission to the Philippines • US-ASEAN Business Council

Looking to expand your reach and capitalize on the burgeoning marine technology sector in Southeast Asia? Join an upcoming virtual market briefing with our team of specialists from across the region. This is your unique opportunity to connect directly with U.S. Embassy commercial specialists and officers—market experts based in key Southeast Asian countries—to gain firsthand knowledge and actionable insights on some of the most promising, high-growth export markets for marine technology. Market and Sector Briefing Topics: • Singapore – Advanced Maritime Technologies & Innovations and Smart Ports • Vietnam – Advanced Maritime Technologies & Innovations and Smart Ports • Thailand – Maritime Defense & Security, Smart Ports, and Ocean Plastics Collection • Malaysia – Maritime Defense & Security • Philippines – Maritime Security & Defense, Smart Ports, and Offshore Energy • Indonesia – Maritime Defense & Security, Smart Ports, and Logistics Why Attend? • Market Intelligence: Receive up-to-date information on market trends, government initiatives, and specific project opportunities. • Strategic Advantage: Understand the unique challenges and opportunities within each market to tailor your export strategy. • Direct Access: Engage in a live Q&A with U.S. Embassy trade specialists from each featured country.

• Gain firsthand market intelligence on current and future port infrastructure projects across South Asia. • Identify specific export and investment opportunities for U.S. technology, services, software, and equipment. • Hear directly from U.S. Embassy and Consulate Officials and in-market industry leaders/government officials. • Understand the unique regulatory environments, procurement processes, and business landscapes in each featured market. • Learn strategies for successful market entry and partnership development.

You don’t need a huge team or bottomless budget to grow your business globally — you need the right plan and a smart digital strategy. Direct Online Marketing, an International Trade Administration (ITA) Strategic Partner, and Google’s International Growth team are joining forces to show you what international expansion actually looks like when it works. You’ll learn how to build campaigns that reach the right audience in the right markets without wasting clicks, time, or money. What You’ll Learn Where Global Growth is Headed The international growth outlook is looking strong. We’ll break down what’s trending and what matters. How to Use Google Ads for International Reach You’ll get a better handle on how to use Google Ads tools to expand your reach into new markets without burning through your budget. That includes: • Campaign structures for global vs local • Smart bidding and geo targeting • Product feeds and ad translations Why Localization Makes the Difference Spoiler: translation alone is not enough. We’ll walk through what actually works — and what doesn’t — when you want to connect with customers across cultures. You’ll leave knowing how to make people feel like your brand gets them, no matter where they are. This is for You If: • You’re exploring new markets and need a better plan • You’re spending on ads but not seeing results in other countries • You want to know what’s working right now for international growth The U.S. Commercial Service Trade Americas Team invites you to reserve your spot today and start working on your international growth.