Other Briefings
The US-ASEAN Trade and Investment Facilitation Agreement Explained
The US and ASEAN have agreed on an updated TIFA arrangement for 2021-22, along with an Expanded Economic Engagement (E3) Work Plan.
Singapore Exchange Becomes the First Major Bourse in Asia to Allow SPAC Listings
As of September 3, 2021, the Singapore Exchange is among Asia’s first major bourse to allow the listing of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs).
Indonesia’s Omnibus Law: Changes to the Immigration Law
Indonesia issued Government Regulation 48 of 2021 (GR 48/2021) in March 2021 which amends the country’s immigration law.
Electronic Signatures in Singapore: What Businesses Need to Know
Individuals and companies are increasingly using electronic signatures, or e-signatures, to sign contracts and complete other transactions in Singapore.
EU-ASEAN Trade Facilitation: The ARISE Plus Program
The ASEAN Regional Integration Support from the EU (ARISE and ARISE Plus) are programs supporting the facilitation of trade and economic integration in ASEAN.
ASEAN Trade Partners Meeting: Developments with the US, EU, Hong Kong, India and Russia
Economic ministerial-level consultation meetings between ASEAN and its partners – the US, Hong Kong, India, the European Union, and Russia.
Digital Banking in Malaysia: New Opportunities for Fintech
Malaysia’s central bank is set to issue its first digital banking licenses in early 2022, a move that could position the country as one of Southeast Asia’s leaders in fintech.
High-Tech in Thailand: Incentives for R&D, Semiconductors, and Smart Packaging
Thailand has released new incentives for investments in R&D, semiconductor manufacturing, smart packaging, and other digital technologies.
Bangladesh as a Gateway Between ASEAN and SAARC
Bangladesh could be a gateway to markets such as China ASEAN, and the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) markets.
Cambodia Ratifies Free Trade Agreement with China
Cambodia has ratified the bilateral FTA with China, which aims to increase the trade of goods through reducing and eliminating tariffs.
