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China Briefing
Highlights from China FM Wang Yi’s Visit to New Zealand and Australia (Updated)
05/30/2024China FM Wang Yi's visit to New Zealand and Australia underscores efforts to strengthen economic ties and address differences.
Middle East Briefing
South Korea and UAE Formally Sign CEPA Trade Deal, Reaffirm US$30 Bn Investment Commitment
05/30/2024The UAE and South Korea formally signed their free trade agreement, officially called the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), on May 29, during the official visit of President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Seoul.
ASEAN Briefing
Regional Minimum Wages to Increase Across Vietnam 2024
05/29/2024Vietnam's Ministry of Labor, War Invalids, and Social Affairs has proposed a six percent increase in the minimum wage, effective July 1, 2024.
Vietnam Briefing
Trends in Vietnam's Banking Industry and 2024 Outlook
05/29/2024We discuss key growth drivers for Vietnam’s banking industry, notable deals, pivot to privatization, challenges and opportunities for investors, and emerging trends in the alternative lending market.
Vietnam Briefing
Funding Vietnam’s Green Growth: The ESG Initiative and Work of Credit Institutions
05/29/2024Vietnam’s regulators, banks, and international aid agencies are promoting the adoption of ESG by private firms by easing funding access, supporting the implementation of the country's Green Growth Strategy for 2021-2030.
China Briefing
US Tariff Increases on Chinese Imports - Implications for Trade and Businesses
05/29/2024The recently proposed US tariff increases on Chinese imports, which include EVs, solar panels, and semiconductors, are anticipated to affect the prices of specific products within the US market and have tangible repercussions for Chinese exporters.
India Briefing
Why Foreign Portfolio Investors May Soon Prefer India's GIFT IFSC Over Traditional Investment Routes
05/28/2024India's GIFT City has lucrative tax benefits, which has enhanced its appeal for foreign portfolio investors over traditional investment routes via Mauritius or Singapore. We explain more.
Vietnam Briefing
The Video Game Industry in Vietnam: Opportunities and Challenges
05/28/2024The gaming industry in Vietnam has left an indelible mark on the global gaming map, propelled by hits like Flappy Bird and the rise of technology unicorn VNG. In this article, we take a broad overview of this emerging industry and the opportunities for foreign firms.
Vietnam Briefing
Prospects in Vietnam's F&B Market in 2024
05/27/2024The Vietnam food and beverage (F&B) market is set for significant growth in 2024, driven by strong brand loyalty, strategic expansions, and ongoing innovation in products and services.
India Briefing
Telangana To Unveil Six New Industrial Policies Post General Elections
05/27/2024Telangana will have six new industrial policies, the first major policy regulation revision since the launch of the TS-iPASS Act in 2016.
ASEAN Briefing
Starlink Launches in Indonesia, Tapping into Booming Internet Market
05/27/2024SpaceX's Starlink has launched its internet service in Indonesia, aiming to improve internet access to the vast archipelago.
China Briefing
Greater Bay Area (GBA) IIT Subsidy Kicked Off in Shenzhen 2024
05/27/2024The GBA IIT subsidy for foreign talents has officially kickstarted in Shenzhen. The city will accept relevant applications from May 15, 2024, to June 15, 2024.