Other Briefings
India-Malaysia Bilateral Trade Relations
Explore the growing trade relationship between India and Malaysia, focusing on key exports, imports, and the strategic partnerships that strengthen economic cooperation.
India-Indonesia Bilateral Trade Trends
Explore the growth of India-Indonesia bilateral trade, the top exports, and the future of economic cooperation.
Indonesia Reduces Local Content Requirements to Boost Green Energy Investments
Indonesia relaxes local content requirements for renewable energy projects to attract foreign investment and meet its 2025 renewable energy target.
Key Changes in Indonesia’s Franchise Laws
Learn about the key changes to Indonesia’s franchise laws via regulation GR 35/2024 and how they impact franchisors, franchisees, and MSMEs.
Indonesia’s Positive Investment List: Sectors Open and Restricted to Foreign Businesses
Indonesia’s Positive Investment List allows 100% foreign investment in over 200 business lines, with several incentives for priority sectors.
Google to Invest US$2 Billion in Malaysia’s Data Center and Cloud Market
Google’s investment in the Malaysia data center and cloud market signifies a broader trend of tech giants recognizing the Southeast Asia hub.
Singapore and Malaysia Plan Joint Special Economic Zone in Johor State
Singapore and Malaysia are partnering to create a special economic zone in Malaysia’s Johor state, adjacent to the Singaporean border.
Thailand Scaled-Down Subsidy Program Continues Backing for Locally Produced EVs
Thailand has extended its subsidy scheme promoting the purchase of domestically manufactured electric vehicles, albeit at revised rates. Chinese automakers BYD and Changan Automobile are the latest to plan local production, targeting this growing market.
Singapore to Amend Free Trade Zones Act, Strengthening Powers to Tackle Illegal Trade
Singapore’s Parliament has proposed a bill to amend the 1966 Free Trade Zones (FTZ) Act and make related changes to the 1960 Customs Act.
Indonesia Market Prospects for EV Sales and Manufacturing
We discuss prospects for foreign investors in the Indonesia market for electric vehicles, supported by enabling government policies and raw material supplies.
