Other Briefings
ASEAN’s Trade Relations with Russia
There is plenty of scope for increased trade and investment between Russia and ASEAN as finance and logistics issues are finding solutions.
2023 Foreign Investment Opportunities in Thailand
Thailand has been a consistent recipient of Chinese investment for some time, and its geostrategic position has made it an important destination for many Chinese investors.
2023 Foreign Investment Opportunities in Singapore
Singapore has been a consistent recipient of Chinese investment for some time, and its geostrategic position as the heart of the ASEAN free trade bloc has made it a hub for many Chinese investors.
2023 Foreign Investment Opportunities in The Philippines
The Philippines has been a major recipient of Chinese investment and its geostrategic position has made it a hub for many red-chip Chinese investors.
2023 Foreign Investment Opportunities in Laos
Laos has been a consistent recipient of Chinese investment for some time and is transforming the country into a land-linked nation.
US Exempts Tariffs on Vietnamese Solar Panels for Two Years
The US government recently approved a 24-month tariff exemption for solar panels from four Southeast Asian countries which include Vietnam.
Vietnam’s Timber Industry: Overview, Challenges, and Opportunities for Foreign Investors
Vietnam is one of the world’s largest exporters of timber and timber products. How can the country leverage this industry to enhance economic growth?
China Launches New Freight Train Services to Vietnam
China has launched new freight train services to Vietnam from the cities of Chengdu and Chongqing, enabling exporters to establish new trade opportunities with Western China.
Why Does the US-ASEAN Special Summit Lack Substantial Value?
Despite hitting the right notes, the US-ASEAN summit lacked the concrete trade and investment commitments that ASEAN members were seeking.
Beware the Post-Covid, Partial-Opening Up Of ASEAN
The partial opening of ASEAN economies can mean partially closing them too. It pays to alert and have contingency plans in place.
