Other Briefings
ASEAN Labor Costs: Minimum Wage and Social Insurance Essentials
When assessing labor costs in ASEAN, foreign investors should be aware that governments are increasing social protection expenditure in areas such as pensions, health coverage, and welfare assistance.
China-ASEAN Trade and Investment Relations
China's trade and investment relationship with the 10 ASEAN countries has flourished in recent decades, driven by the signing of various trade and investment agreements.
Unlocking Prosperity: Key Reasons to Invest in Timor-Leste
Timor-Leste, rich in natural resources and strategically positioned, offers unique investment opportunities as it aims for full ASEAN membership.
China’s Export Surge: A Closer Look at H1 2024 Trade Expansion
China's exports surged 6.9 percent in H1 2024 to RMB 12.13 trillion, bolstered by high-tech sectors, with significant growth in trade with ASEAN and Latin America. However, exports to the EU, US, Japan, and Australia declined. We offer a comprehensive breakdown and analysis of China's trade dynamics for H1 2024 and insights into future trends.
Saudi Arabia, Thailand Strengthen Economic Ties with New Investment Office in Riyadh
The Riyadh investment office is part of Thailand BOI’s broader strategy to extend its presence across the Middle East, underscoring the country’s ambition to position itself as a gateway for Middle Eastern investors looking to access ASEAN markets.
Malaysia-Singapore Economic Relations: Trade and Investment Outlook
Malaysia and Singapore's strong trade, strategic projects, and sector collaborations enhance regional growth and connectivity, positioning them as key ASEAN players.
New Delhi Reviews Trade Agreements with Key Asian Partners
India's economic partnership with East Asian countries has not yet realized its full potential, with major trade imbalances registered with South Korea, Japan, and ASEAN. New Delhi is seeking to rectify this situation with ongoing FTA reviews.
India-ASEAN Trade Pact: Tariff Anomalies on Goods to be Reviewed
The India-ASEAN trade pact is under review, with the former hoping to address tariff irregularities on specific goods within the agreement.
Philippines Signs Second Protocol of ASEAN-Australia-NZ FTA
The Philippines ratified the Second Protocol of the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA).
The ASEAN-Australia Special Summit 2024: An Overview
Australia hosted ASEAN member states for the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit. It also marked 50 years of Australia’s dialogue partnership with ASEAN.
Unlocking ESG Reporting Requirements in Singapore – Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine
The latest ASEAN Briefing Magazine, titled “Unlocking ESG Reporting Requirements in Singapore”, is out now for free download.
Vietnam's Cross-Border Payments Infrastructure and ASEAN
Vietnam’s central bank has signed a memorandum of understanding to develop its cross-border payments service system with five other ASEAN member countries.
Prospects for Electric Battery Production in Indonesia – Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine
In this ASEAN Briefing issue, we provide an overview of Indonesia’s EV battery industry, the various incentives offered by the government, and highlight the right business entity foreign investors should use when entering this industry.
Thailand’s Public Holidays for 2024
ASEAN Briefing outlines Thailand's public holidays for 2024.This is a comprehensive list of those holidays.
Philippines’ Public Holidays for 2024
ASEAN Briefing outlines the Philippines' public holidays for 2024.This is a comprehensive list of those holidays.
Indonesia's Public Holidays and Joint Leaves for 2024
ASEAN Briefing outlines Indonesia's public holidays for 2024. This is a comprehensive list of those holidays.
An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2024 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates
This Guide covers the fundamentals of investing in ASEAN, including market entry, company setup, tax and audit, and HR and payroll.
Policy to Profit: Shaping ASEAN-GCC Investment Dynamics in 2024
The ASEAN and the GCC stand out for their unique contributions and growing interdependence in trade and investment.
Trade Relations Between Vietnam and Thailand
The leaders of Vietnam and Thailand met on the sidelines of the ASEAN-Japan summit last week to discuss ongoing trade relations between the two countries. Here’s what that trade looks like.
