Decoupling Dependence: Vetting Suppliers Beyond China

Decoupling Dependence

Vetting Suppliers beyond China

As global supply chains continue to shift amid geopolitical uncertainty, tariffs, and evolving trade relationships, businesses can no longer afford to rely on a single sourcing strategy. Building proactive partnerships across Asia and creating diversified supplier options has become a business necessity for resilience, flexibility, and long-term growth. Join us for a practical discussion focused on evaluating suppliers beyond China and reducing risk in emerging sourcing markets.

Topics Include:

• Types of Due Diligence & When to Use Them
  Learn the different levels of supplier vetting, from basic screening to enhanced investigations, and when each approach is appropriate.
• Fraud & Corruption Considerations
  Understand common compliance risks, red flags, and best practices for protecting your business and reputation.
• Country-Specific Due Diligence Insights
  Explore key considerations and business realities when working with suppliers in:
  • India
  • Vietnam
  • Thailand

This session is ideal for procurement professionals, supply chain leaders, importers, compliance teams, and companies expanding sourcing operations throughout Asia.

Our Expert:

Kyle Freeman

Partner, Dezan Shira & Associates (An Ascentium Company)

kyle.freeman@dezshira.com

Kyle Freeman is a Partner at Dezan Shira & Associates (An Ascentium Company), and leads the International Business Advisory team as well as the firm's North American client services desk in Asia. He advises clients on market entry strategy, corporate structuring and establishment, and related tax and legal issues concerning investment in Southeast Asia, China, and Hong Kong.

Prior to joining Dezan Shira & Associates, Kyle worked in government relations and China trade policy for various public and private organizations. His work included assisting in high-level, US-China bilateral trade dialogues and organizing public-private cooperation programs to promote US and foreign investment in China.

Kyle has a master's degree in economics and international trade from the University of International Business and Economics, in Beijing, and dual bachelor's degrees in economics and global affairs from George Mason University, in Washington D.C. He has also been a visiting fellow at the University of Oxford and the Beijing Language Culture University.

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