Other Briefings
Malaysia’s 2020 Budget Courts Investment from MNCs, China
Malaysia’s 2020 budget provides incentives to attract investment from MNCs and China, while also offering incentives for digitizing. In this article, we look at the salient features of the budget and their implications for businesses.
Singapore-Eurasian Economic Union FTA Opens Asia for Russian Businesses
Chris Devonshire-Ellis writes on the new Singapore-EAEU FTA, which is poised to provide a new, and significant, outlet for Russian investment into Asia. Read on to learn why.
Is ASEAN’s Manufacturing Productivity Really Equivalent to China in the 1990’s?
Chris Devonshire-Ellis examines what ASEAN offers manufacturers in this op/ed. It is a lot more than just contract manufacturing opportunities.
Thailand Plus: New Stimulus Package for Foreign Investment
The Thailand Plus stimulus package is designed to attract foreign investment and help companies affected by the US-China Trade War. Learn more here.
Cambodia Negotiating FTA with the Eurasian Economic Union
Cambodia is hoping to emulate Vietnam’s success in establishing a strong bilateral trade and investment relationship with Russia.
Why Setting Up in Singapore Makes Sense for Business in ASEAN
Singapore is a preeminent destination for setting up a regional headquarters to pursue business opportunities across ASEAN and Asia. Learn why here.
Indonesia is Moving its Capital – What Does it Mean for Businesses?
The Indonesian government announced plans to relocate its capital from Jakarta to East Kalimantan. Read our analysis of what this could mean for businesses.
Singapore to Sign Free Trade Agreement with Eurasian Economic Union in October
Singapore is scheduled to sign a free trade agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) in October 2019. Learn more about what this means for investors in this op/ed from Chris Devonshire-Ellis.
ASEAN Countries Want Free Trade Agreements to Develop Russian Trade
ASEAN member states called for improvements in the region’s Free Trade status with Russia. Nearly all members with the exception of Vietnam, which has a Free Trade Agreement with the Russia-inclusive Eurasian Economic Union, suffer from low bilateral trade volumes with Russia.
The ASEAN-Hong Kong China Free Trade Agreement
The ASEAN-Hong Kong, China Free Trade Agreement (AHKFTA) came into effect on June 11 for Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, and Thailand. Learn more about what it means for businesses in ASEAN and Hong Kong.
