Other Briefings
US – Vietnam Reach Agreement on Currency, No Tariffs Imposed
Vietnam reached an agreement with the US regarding its practices on currency, marking an end to the dispute, and for Vietnam no threat of tariffs.
Indonesia’s Batam Receives Two New Special Economic Zones
Indonesia is set to open two new special economic zones in the island city of Batam with the aim to develop the digital economy, data centers, logistics, tourism, and aviation industries.
Thailand and the EU Resume Free Trade Agreement Negotiations
Thailand and the European Union (EU) have agreed to resume negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA), seven years after talks collapsed in 2014.
How US Businesses Can Access the East Asian US$25 Trillion RCEP Free Trade Market Agreement via Existing Agreements
US businesses can access the RCEP free trade agreement through its existing agreements with partners in the region.
ASEAN, EU Agree to World’s First Bloc-to-Bloc Air Transport Agreement
ASEAN and the EU have agreed to the world’s first bloc-to-bloc air transport agreement through the ASEAN-EU Comprehensive Air Transport Agreement.
Vietnam’s Transport Infrastructure Master Plan: Three Proposals for Implementation
In April 2021, Vietnam’s transport ministry announced its transport infrastructure master plan between now and 2030, which is estimated to cost between US$43 billion and US$65 billion.
Opportunities for Indian Manufacturers in ASEAN
The economic partnership between India and (ASEAN) has continued to strengthen since the economic relationship began in 1992 and with the ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement (AIFTA) coming to effect in 2009.
Malaysia and Thailand Launch QR Payment Linkage
On June 18, 2021, Malaysia and Thailand launched a cross-border quick response (QR) payment linkage to enable businesses and consumers from both countries to receive instant QR code payments.
Russian Outbound Investment into ASEAN & Southeast Asia
In this article, we explore the new trends and rivers of Russian overseas direct investments (ODI) into Southeast Asia and ASEAN.
How Can Indian Businesses Capitalize on ASEAN’s E-commerce Boom?
ASEAN’s e-commerce sector presents ample and scalable opportunities for Indian businesses looking to sell in this market.
