Other Briefings
Indonesia-Iran Preferential Trade Agreement: Unlocking Investment Prospects
Indonesia and Iran signed a preferential trade agreement (PTA) on May 23, 2023, with the aim to increase trade and strengthen diplomatic relations.
An Overview of Singapore’s Free Trade Agreements
Singapore’s extensive free trade agreements have contributed to accelerating the country’s transformation to a first-world economy.
Taking Advantage of Singapore’s Jurong Port Free Trade Zone: A Guide
The Jurong Port FTZ offers various advantages including duty and tax exemptions, and simplified customs procedures.
Onshore Earnings Retention for Indonesian Commodity Exporters
Indonesia is obligating commodity exporters to retain a part of their foreign exchange earnings onshore from August 1, 2023.
Cambodia’s New Rules of Origin Law to Better Facilitate International Trade
Cambodia has approved a new Rules of Origin (ROO) law, which is to be in line with the standards set by the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Indonesia Launches World’s First State-Backed Cryptocurrency Bourse
Indonesia launches the world’s first state-backed cryptocurrency bourse as part of its aim to strengthen the regulatory environment for this booming sector.
Business Incentives for Foreign Investors in Singapore
Companies setting up in Singapore are eligible for various incentives that can help reduce their operational costs.
Vietnam Implements Enhanced Regulations on Foreign Bank Branch Lending Activities
The State Bank of Vietnam issued Circular 06/2023 which introduces stricter control over the lending activities of foreign bank branches in Vietnam.
An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2023 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates
This Guide covers the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, including market entry, company setup, tax and audit, and HR and payroll.
Chris Devonshire-Ellis Discusses UK Joining The CPTPP On Nikkei Asia
The British government is keen to promote the CPTPP pact, noting that the Asia-Pacific bloc represents 12% of the global economy.
