Other Briefings
Philippines and South Korea to Sign Free Trade Agreement
The Philippines and South Korea are set to sign a free trade agreement which removes tariffs on most products aims to boost bilateral trade.
Smart Cities Cooperation: Indonesia and Finland
As Indonesia pushes ahead with its ambitious smart cities program, we look at the role Finland can play in this initiative.
Thailand, UK Form Joint Trade and Economic Committee
Thailand and the UK have formed a Joint Trade and Economic Committee to explore new opportunities to improve bilateral trade.
Vietnam’s Timber Industry: Overview, Challenges, and Opportunities for Foreign Investors
Vietnam is one of the world’s largest exporters of timber and timber products. How can the country leverage this industry to enhance economic growth?
The Laos-Vietnam Railway, Boosting Laos’ Ambitions to Become a Logistics Hub
The Laos-Vietnam railway is a proposed railway project aimed to further boost Laos’ ambitions to become a regional logistics hub.
Cambodia’s Law on Investment: What Foreign Investors Need to Know
Cambodia’s new investment law aims to increase the country’s competitiveness for foreign investors by modernizing local industries and protecting the rights of investors.
Vietnam to Build First Hydrogen Plant, Coal to Still be Dominant Power Source
Vietnam will build its first hydrogen plant, slated to be finished in 2023. However, the country will continue to rely on fossil fuels, especially coal.
New Requirements for MSME Franchise Holders in the Philippines
The Philippines issued executive order 169 to promote a more equitable and business-friendly environment for MSME franchisees.
Singapore Signs Digital Trade Deal With the UK
The UK-Singapore Digital Economy Agreement aims to advance end-to-end digital trade and encourage digital economy participation by businesses.
Singapore Introduces New Incentives to Encourage Greener Ships
Singapore’s Maritime Port Authority has issued new incentives for Singapore-flagged ships that undertake decarbonization efforts.
