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Fragomen and Regional Partner for the Asia Pacific Mark Buchanan Named 2025 FEM APAC EMMAs Winners

September 5, 2025

Fragomen and Regional Partner for the Asia Pacific Mark Buchanan Named 2025 FEM APAC EMMAs Winners

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The Forum for Expatriate Management (FEM) awarded Fragomen with “Thought Leadership - Best Survey or Research Study of the Year” at the 2025 APAC Expatriate Management & Mobility Awards (EMMAs) in recognition of the firm’s Worldwide Immigration Trends Report. Fragomen was also highly commended in the “Immigration Provider of the Year” category.

Regional Partner for the Asia Pacific Mark Buchanan also received a special honor, receiving the individual and prestigious award for "Outstanding Contribution to Global Mobility in APAC 2025." With over 30 years of immigration consultancy experience, Mark has been instrumental in shaping strategic mobility solutions across the region, particularly in complex jurisdictions like Singapore. His deep expertise, client-centric approach and commitment to navigating evolving regulatory landscapes have empowered countless organizations to thrive in emerging markets. This recognition underscores Mark’s unwavering dedication to excellence, innovation and partnership in the global mobility space.

The judges’ commentary on Mark's recognition included: 

    • "This year the FEM EMMAs, saw entries across 21 categories, and the independent judging panel made up of 32 industry experts and academics remarked again on the high standard of the entries and the inspiring innovations and creativity within the industry. However, this award, the most prestigious of the night is solely in the gift of FEM."
    • FEM’s Global Director, Claire Tennant-Scull gave the speech announcing FEM’s decision and said: “It is clear that Mark Buchanan has always been passionate about travelling, seeing new sights and exploring different cultures. And I think that it is that curiosity, combined with a deep respect for other places and people that really shines through every interaction. Mark is not just a highly respected expert in his field but also, a trusted and generous member of the global mobility community. I’m absolutely delighted to present the 2025 award for his Outstanding Contribution to Global Mobility in APAC to Mark Buchanan!”


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Fragomen and Regional Partner for the Asia Pacific Mark Buchanan Named 2025 FEM APAC EMMAs Winners

Fragomen and Regional Partner for the Asia Pacific Mark Buchanan Named 2025 FEM APAC EMMAs Winners

Fragomen and Regional Partner for the Asia Pacific Mark Buchanan Named 2025 FEM APAC EMMAs Winners

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  • SingaporeSingapore

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Mark Buchanan

Mark Buchanan

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Singapore, Singapore

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[email protected]

T:+65 6854 5174

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