News Across Asia

Powering Progress: Indonesia Unveils Largest Floating Solar Power Plant in Southeast Asia

Indonesia’s President has inaugurated Southeast Asia’s largest floating solar power plant in the province of West Java.

China's Outbound Investment: Recent Developments, Opportunities, and Challenges

China's outbound investment has been on the rise in recent years, facing both opportunities and challenges. A measured approach is key to their success in the future.

Syria and Russia: The 2023-24 Trade and Investment Dynamics

The Gulf Cooperation Council Approves Unified Gulf Visa

North Indian State of Uttar Pradesh Releases FDI Policy, 2023: Key Provisions

UP is competing with major industrial Indian states like Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Karnataka to attract high-value investments from sector-leading companies, establish R&D and frontier innovation projects, and build up local manufacturing ecosystems.

A Vietnam Olympics? Investment and Opportunities

It was recently suggested that closer ties between the US and Vietnam could pave the way for Vietnam to host the Olympics. So, is the prospect of Vietnam hosting the world's biggest sporting event realistic? And, if so, how could foreign investors play a role in making it happen?

Employees Leave Management in Guangdong: New Regulations

We address FAQs on the updated regulation on employees leave management in Guangdong, effective retrospectively from July 1, 2023.

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.

LLP Rules, 2009 Amended and LLP (SBO) Rules, 2023 Notified as India Tightens Disclosure Requirements

India mandates LLPs to maintain a register of partners and document their beneficial interest in both tangible and intangible contributions. The notified rules indicate the mandatory time frame and updated forms for various reporting requirements.

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.

Visa Clearance Streamlined by Indian Authorities for Chinese Professionals Engaged in PLI Sectors

Responding to industry feedback, the Indian government is streamlining the visa approval process for Chinese experts engaged in PLI sectors.

The Future of Vietnam’s Pharmaceutical Industry: Unpacked

As a result of Vietnamese consumers having more money to spend on their healthcare, Vietnam’s pharmaceutical industry is booming. Here’s how Vietnam plans to manage that boom between now and 2030, and where it might be by 2045.