HeySara Expands its Regional Footprint with the Acquisition of ILS (Hong Kong)
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HeySara is a next-generation, technology-driven Corporate Service Provider (CSP) dedicated to helping small and medium-sized businesses grow across Asia. Headquartered in Singapore with offices in Malaysia and Hong Kong, HeySara empowers over 2,600 clients worldwide through a unique blend of digital innovation and deep local expertise.
What sets HeySara apart is its comprehensive, one-stop suite of corporate services—including Corporate Secretarial, Accounting, Tax, Human Resource, Immigration, and Audit services.Whether your business operates in a single market or spans multiple jurisdictions such as Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, China, BVI, or the Cayman Islands, HeySara is your trusted partner for seamless cross-border corporate management. To learn more, visit www.heysara.sg
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