News Across Asia - Page 152

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia, Thailand Strengthen Economic Ties with New Investment Office in Riyadh

07/23/2024

The Riyadh investment office is part of Thailand BOI’s broader strategy to extend its presence across the Middle East, underscoring the country’s ambition to position itself as a gateway for Middle Eastern investors looking to access ASEAN markets.

India Briefing

Economic Survey of India 2023-24: Report Highlights

07/22/2024

The Economic Survey of India 2023-24 presented by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman shows India on a "strong wicket and stable footing". We look at the GDP growth projections and macroeconomic data for FY25.

China Briefing

China’s New Ethical Guidelines for Human Genome Editing Research

07/22/2024

China's new Ethical Guidelines for Human Genome Editing emphasize regulations to address ethical concerns and ensure responsible research.

ASEAN Briefing

Instant Mobile Transfers from Singapore to Four Countries: A Breakthrough in Cross-Border Payments

07/22/2024

A groundbreaking payment system is set to revolutionize how Singaporeans send money to four key Asian countries.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore Could Grant Tax Rebates to Refineries for 2024-25

07/22/2024

Singapore’s refining hub faces new carbon taxes, but proposed rebates aim to sustain its competitive edge.

Middle East Briefing

UAE E-Commerce Regulation and Licensing Requirements

07/22/2024

We briefly discuss Law No. 14 of 2023 Concerning the Modern Technology-based Trade, which is the main UAE federal legislation governing e-commerce and licensing requirements for online traders.

ASEAN Briefing

AWS's US$9B Infusion Boosts Singapore's Cloud Hub Status

07/22/2024

AWS's US$9 billion investment in Singapore’s cloud infrastructure enhances the nation’s status as a leading global cloud hub and opens new opportunities for foreign investors.

Vietnam Briefing

Prospects for Environmental Technology Investors in Vietnam

07/19/2024

Vietnam's commitment to sustainable development and achieving net-zero (carbon emission) goals offers significant opportunities for environmental technology innovation and foreign investment.

ASEAN Briefing

An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2024 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates

07/19/2024

"An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2024" covers market entry, tax, HR & payroll, and audit & compliance considerations.

China Briefing

Unlocking Opportunities: Hainan’s 2024 Encouraged Industries Revealed

07/19/2024

Hainan has officially launched the 2024 catalogue of encouraged industries, featuring 33 new additions compared to the 2020 edition.

India Briefing

India to Expedite Visa Process for Chinese Technicians Amid Industrial Concerns

07/19/2024

India is reportedly working on loosening the visa requirements of Chinese technicians in response to concerns from several companies.

China Briefing

Personal Information Protection Audits in China - New Draft Standards

07/18/2024

The new draft standards provide useful guidance for companies in China to carry out personal information protection compliance audits proposed under draft measures in 2023.