Other Briefings
Southeast Asia’s Balancing Act in a Second Trump Presidency
Learn how ASEAN can adapt to challenges and opportunities under the new US presidency. Insights into trade, investment, and resilience.
The 2024 US Presidential Election: Impact on Southeast Asia Markets
Explore the impact of the 2024 US presidential election on Southeast Asia markets, with respect to shifts in trade policies, geopolitical strategies, and investment trends.
India Joins Project Nexus: Enhancing ASEAN Economic Ties
India’s role in Project Nexus enhances cross-border payments with ASEAN, improving transaction efficiency and strengthening regional economic ties.
Southeast Asia Manufacturing Tracker: Key Insights and Trends
In our manufacturing tracker for Southeast Asia in 2024, we note the PMI values, workforce data, GDP contributions, and policy responses, highlighting the region’s growth opportunities and challenges.
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.
Instant Mobile Transfers from Singapore to Four Countries: A Breakthrough in Cross-Border Payments
A groundbreaking payment system is set to revolutionize how Singaporeans send money to four key Asian countries.
Australia Commits New Investments to Strengthen Ties with Southeast Asia
The Australian government has committed AU$505 million to strengthen ties with Southeast Asia as part of the government’s 2024-2025 budget.
Starlink Launches in Indonesia, Tapping into Booming Internet Market
SpaceX’s Starlink has launched its internet service in Indonesia, aiming to improve internet access to the vast archipelago.
Insights into Malaysia’s Standing in the 2024 Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index
The Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index 2024 report published by Dezan Shira & Associates provides insights into the factors that influence the manufacturing sector in emerging Asian countries such as Malaysia.
Insights into Thailand’s Standing in the 2024 Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index
The Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index 2024 report published by Dezan Shira & Associates provides insights into the factors that influence the manufacturing sector in emerging Asian countries such as Thailand.
