News Across Asia

India's Market Access Initiatives Scheme Offers Airfare Support for Start-ups and New Exporters

India's government has revamped the Market Access Initiatives (MAI) Scheme to provide financial incentives for exporters and start-ups.

Indonesia Launches World’s First State-Backed Cryptocurrency Bourse

Indonesia launches the world’s first state-backed cryptocurrency bourse as part of its aim to strengthen the regulatory environment for this booming sector.

Live Entertainment in Vietnam: Where Blackpink Goes Will More Big Bands Follow?

Blackpink is coming to Hanoi. Is this an anomaly or is Vietnam’s live entertainment industry poised for a boom? Here's what foreign entertainers should know.

Carbon Labeling on Products: Global Practice and Implementation in China

We discuss the practice of carbon labeling and its adoption by companies in select countries. China's 'dual carbon' goals have resulted in recent regulatory developments and increased use of carbon labels.

Business Incentives for Foreign Investors in Singapore

Companies setting up in Singapore are eligible for various incentives that can help reduce their operational costs.

Gulf and Central Asian Countries Hold First CA+GCC Heads Of State Summit

WeChat Enables Foreigners to Pay with Overseas Cards in China

In its latest update to WeChat Pay, Tencent has enabled foreign users to link their international cards, enhancing mobile payments in China and aligning with efforts to attract international tourists and boost domestic consumption.

India's Legislative Agenda During the 2023 Parliament Monsoon Session

We list the legislative bills expected to be tabled in the Monsoon Session of the Indian Parliament, to be held between July 20, 2023 to August 11, 2023.

Farewell To Don St.Pierre Snr; China Wine Expat Extraordinaire

Don St.Pierre, the legendary China expat and source of multiple well-known business legends in China and the United States, has died at his home in Thailand. 

E-Commerce in Vietnam: Insights into Cross-Border Business Opportunities with China

The cross-border e-commerce trade between Vietnam and China has flourished in recent years. Here's where the opportunities are for cross border collaboration between these two nations.

China’s Total Middle East and Africa Trade Up To US$1.63 Trillion

China's Multilateral Trade With Saudi Arabia, 2023/24 Status and Prospects