News Across Asia - Page 115

Middle East Briefing

Oman-India FTA Negotiations Reportedly Conclude, But Indian Elections Will Delay Implementation

04/09/2024

Oman-India CEPA negotiations have reportedly concluded but the trade deal now has to wait for the Indian elections over the summer and a new central government to be formed in New Delhi.

Middle East Briefing

Eid Al Fitr Holiday Schedule for the Private Sector in GCC Countries

04/09/2024

Employees in GCC countries will enjoy a long break for Eid festivities in the week of April 8-13. Eid Al Fitr will likely fall on April 10, depending on the local moon sighting.

India Briefing

India's Regulation of Solar PV Modules: Approved List of Models and Manufacturers

04/08/2024

With effect from April 1, 2024, India has reinstated the ALMM mandate, a move viewed by experts as a breather for OEMs. However, temporary relaxations apply to projects in advanced development stages.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Law on Personal Data Protection: Latest Developments and Insights

04/08/2024

Vietnam's proposed Personal Data Protection Law is another significant move toward enhancing data privacy and regulatory streamlining. The law is at the development stage, with the Ministry of Public Security seeking critical feedback.

Vietnam Briefing

An Investor’s Guide to Vietnam’s Bắc Ninh Province

04/08/2024

Despite being the smallest province in Vietnam, Bắc Ninh province is emerging as an industrial powerhouse in the Red River Delta region.

China Briefing

Cross-Border Dispute Resolution in China: Key Challenges and Strategies

04/08/2024

Understanding the core aspects of cross-border dispute resolution process in China and implementing suitable strategies is imperative. We introduce the common types of cross-border disputes, explain the challenges for foreign investors, and provide practical tips.

India Briefing

India's Dedicated Freight Corridor Program: Progress and Prospects

04/08/2024

India's two dedicated freight corridors, namely the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (EDFC) (1337 km) and the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC) (1506 km) are nearing completion in India.

ASEAN Briefing

Philippines Signs Second Protocol of ASEAN-Australia-NZ FTA

04/08/2024

The Philippines ratified the Second Protocol of the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA).

China Briefing

Hong Kong Launches a New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme

04/05/2024

Launched in March 2024, the New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (New CIES) makes investing in Hong Kong easier for eligible individuals.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Proposes Regulatory Sandbox for Banking Sector: Draft Decree Guidelines

04/05/2024

A new Vietnam Draft Decree proposes a Regulatory Sandbox in the banking sector focused on three solutions, provided either by credit institutions or fintech companies – credit scoring, open application programming interface (API), and P2P lending.

Middle East Briefing

Oman Establishes Financial Services Authority: Key Highlights and Implications

04/05/2024

Oman is establishing the Financial Services Authority (FSA), which will replace the Capital Market Authority.

Middle East Briefing

Investopia 2024 Launches “Next50” Initiative to Support Innovative Companies in the UAE

04/05/2024

On April 1, 2024, Investopia UAE launched its new “Next50” initiative, in collaboration with the emerging market research center EMIR.