Other Briefings
The Singapore-Hong Kong Travel Bubble: Salient Features
From November 22, 2020, the Singapore-Hong Kong travel bubble will come into effect, allowing short-term visitors to travel between both countries.
More Countries Join ASEAN’s Treaty of Amity and Cooperation
In early November, South Africa, Thailand, and Cuba became signatories to ASEAN’s Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC).
Singapore to Issue Tech Pass Visa in 2021: Key Features
Singapore will issue a new work permit in January 2021, named Tech.Pass, aimed at attracting technology entrepreneurs and experts.
The Asia Briefing Weekly Round Up
The Asia Briefing Weekly Round Up, designed to help our ASEAN readers stay up to date with developments elsewhere in Asia.
New RCEP Free Trade Agreement Rules of Origin to Boost Finishing of Products Investment into Cambodia, Laos & Myanmar
The RCEP will help boost foreign investment into ASEAN’s lower-wage countries.
Planning Your 2021 Investment Budgets: Opportunities in ASEAN
Businesses planning their 2021 investment budgets should see ASEAN as having the best growth potential for the medium and long-term.
Singapore Allows Entry of Travelers from Mainland China
Singapore began allowing short-term visitors from mainland China on November 6, 2020, through its Air Travel Pass (ATP) program.
Thailand Issues Tax Incentives for Electric Vehicle Industry
Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) issued its latest incentives for the country’s electric vehicle (EV) industry.
Planning Your 2021 Investment Budgets: Singapore as a Key Trading Hub in ASEAN
Singapore’s stable legal, tax, and business environment makes the country a key trading hub in ASEAN.
The Indonesia-Singapore Reciprocal Green Lane: Salient Features
Indonesia and Singapore established a ‘green lane’ on October 12, 2020, to facilitate business and official travel between the two countries. Applications were open from October 26.
