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Middle East Briefing
China and UAE Strengthen Economic Ties with Landmark Intellectual Property Agreement
08/20/2024On May 30, 2024, China's CNIPA and the UAE Ministry of Economy signed an MoU to enhance cooperation in the field of intellectual property.
China Briefing
China’s New Action Plan to Boost Urbanization
08/19/2024The Action Plan seeks to facilitate the settlement of rural migrants in urban areas by reforming the hukou system, improving work and education opportunities, and expanding urban infrastrucure and services.
ASEAN Briefing
Thailand’s Ignite Finance Initiative: A Strategic Push to Become a Global Financial Hub
08/19/2024Thailand’s newly-launched Ignite Finance initiative aims to transform the country into a leading global financial hub
ASEAN Briefing
New Legislative Changes for Corporate Service Providers in Singapore
08/16/2024Singapore's new legislative changes aim to enhance corporate transparency and strengthen anti-money laundering measures by regulating corporate service providers and nominee directors.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Government to Regulate Property Market if Prices Surge Over 20%
08/16/2024Vietnam’s government has implemented an intervention plan to address a potential scenario where property prices surge by over 20 percent within three months.
Middle East Briefing
Saudi Arabia and UAE Drive M&A Activity to US$10 Billion in H1 2024, Enhancing MENA’s Global Influence
08/15/2024In the first half of 2024, MENA M&A activity surged to US$49.2 billion, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE leading with US$10 billion in deals, driven by strategic investments from sovereign wealth funds and a rise in cross-border transactions.
ASEAN Briefing
Vietnam's Data Center Market: A New Frontier for Global Investors
08/14/2024Vietnam’s data center market stands at the threshold of significant growth, driven by the country's evolving digital landscape and the recent implementation of the revised Telecommunications Law.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam’s 2025 Enterprise Investigation: Key Targets and Timeline
08/14/2024We discuss the scope of the Vietnam government's nationwide 2025 Enterprise Investigation, targeted sectors and types of businesses, and the data reporting required. The 2025 Enterprise Investigation will use an indirect survey method, collecting information online through electronic Webform questionnaires.
China Briefing
China’s New Guidelines to Boost Services Consumption Ignite Optimism in Education and Training Sector
08/14/2024China's State Council introduced guidelines to boost service consumption, leading to a rise in education stocks, particularly in vocational training. However, experts caution that this doesn't signal a loosening of regulations on after-school tutoring.
India Briefing
More Women Engaged in Manufacturing Activities in India: MoSPI Report
08/14/2024In the latest report from India’s MoSPI, more urban women are engaged in the manufacturing sector, while rural women dominate agriculture activities.
Middle East Briefing
An Overview of the UAE’s Double Tax Avoidance Agreement (DTA) Treaty Network
08/14/2024Using the example of the UAE-UK DTA, we discuss how the UAE's double tax treaty framework provides tax certainty and prevents double taxation of income.
ASEAN Briefing
ASEAN Labor Costs: Minimum Wage and Social Insurance Essentials
08/13/2024When assessing labor costs in ASEAN, foreign investors should be aware that governments are increasing social protection expenditure in areas such as pensions, health coverage, and welfare assistance.