Other Briefings
RCEP Countries Lead in Chinese Q2 BRI Outbound Investment
The RCEP nations of ASEAN, in addition to Japan and South Korea, were big winners in Q2 Chinese investment 2021, according to research from China Investment Research.
Malaysian Prime Minister Resigns, Deepening Political Crisis
Malaysia’s prime minister, Muhyiddin Yassin, offered his resignation to the country’s King on August 16, 2021, after less than 18 months in power.
US – Vietnam Reach Agreement on Currency, No Tariffs Imposed
Vietnam reached an agreement with the US regarding its practices on currency, marking an end to the dispute, and for Vietnam no threat of tariffs.
Thailand Issues Latest US$1.3 Billion Stimulus Package
Thailand issued its latest stimulus package valued at 42 billion baht (US$1.3 billion), which provides financial assistance to businesses and people.
Thailand and the EU Resume Free Trade Agreement Negotiations
Thailand and the European Union (EU) have agreed to resume negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA), seven years after talks collapsed in 2014.
How US Businesses Can Access the East Asian US$25 Trillion RCEP Free Trade Market Agreement via Existing Agreements
US businesses can access the RCEP free trade agreement through its existing agreements with partners in the region.
Singapore Launches Latest US$800 Million Economic Support Package
On July 23, 2021, Singapore introduced its latest S$1.1 billion (US$800 million) economic support package as the country returned to Phase 2 restrictions.
Vietnam’s Transport Infrastructure Master Plan: Three Proposals for Implementation
In April 2021, Vietnam’s transport ministry announced its transport infrastructure master plan between now and 2030, which is estimated to cost between US$43 billion and US$65 billion.
Opportunities for Indian Manufacturers in ASEAN
The economic partnership between India and (ASEAN) has continued to strengthen since the economic relationship began in 1992 and with the ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement (AIFTA) coming to effect in 2009.
Malaysia’s Pemulih Stimulus Package: Supporting Businesses and Individuals
Malaysia announced its latest 150 billion-ringgit (US$36 billion) economic stimulus package, named Pemulih, in response to the indefinite extension of the national lockdown.
