ASEAN Regulatory Brief: Indonesian FDI, Thai Labor Compliance, and Real Estate in Myanmar
In this edition of ASEAN Regulatory Update we highlight increased foreign access to previously closed sectors in Indonesia, assess the impact of Thailand’s new labor codes, and discuss opportunities for investment in Myanmar’s real estate market.
ASEAN Market Watch: Eastern Investment in Thai Solar, ASEAN’s Open Sky Policy, and Opportunities in Myanmar’s Tourism Industry
In this edition of ASEAN Market Watch we take a look at Yingli Solar’s plans for investment in Thailand, explore the impacts of ASEAN’s Open Sky Policy in Indonesia, and highlight opportunities for investment in Myanmar’s tourism sector.
Dun & Bradstreet: ASEAN Business Confidence Unfazed by Faltering Global Growth
In the face of deteriorating performance in China, those interested in tapping ASEAN’s growing potential should be sure to evaluate its members on an individual basis. To this end, The ASEAN Business Optimism Index (BOI) by Dun & Bradstreet provides in-depth insight into business sentiment for the quarter ahead. In this article we provide an overview of prevailing business optimism trends within ASEAN 6 nations based on this quarter’s BOI.
ASEAN Regulatory Brief: Increased Foreign Ownership Opportunities in Indonesia and Plenary Session Takeaways from the Philippines
In this edition of ASEAN Regulatory Brief we take a look at increasing opportunities for foreign ownership in the Philippines and highlight key take aways from the latest plenary session in the Philippines
The Guide to Corporate Establishment in Singapore
Renowned for its highly skilled workforce and competitive business environment, Singapore presents valuable entry point to ASEAN for those looking for a foothold in South East Asia. The following article outlines initial steps required to set up Representative Offices and Private Limited Companies (Pte Ltd) within the city state.
Germany’s Trade with ASEAN – a Look Ahead Part One
This first installment of a two part article series will examine Germany’s trade with the dynamic ASEAN region, a relationship which is of increasing importance in recent years.
ASEAN Market Watch: Thai 4G and Indonesian Economic Growth
This edition of ASEAN Market watch looks at Thailand’s new 4G mobile network and Indonesia’s stimulus packages which are sure to impact growth prospects for ASEAN’s largest economy.
Investments in ASEAN’s Tea Industry – Cup Half Full
With its warm climate, arable conditions, and growing consumer base, the ASEAN region is an important contributor to global tea production and trade.
ASEAN Market Watch: Philippines – EU Trade Agreement, Thai Infrastructure Projects, and Cybercrime
This edition of ASEAN Market watch looks at the Philippines – EU free trade agreement, a new Thai rail project, and increased cybercrime in ASEAN.
ASEAN Market Watch: AEC Job Growth, Singapore’s Manufacturing Decline, and Pressures on Myanmar’s Currency
This edition of ASEAN Market watch looks at trends in job growth from the ASEAN Economic Community, declines in Singaporean manufacturing, and pressure on Myanmar’s currency.