News Across Asia

Reshoring China Production to Thailand: Key Sectors That Benefit

As the second-largest economy in ASEAN behind Indonesia, Thailand presents ample investment opportunities for foreign businesses.

Why Apple is Diversifying and Looking to Vietnam as an Alternate Production Center

Vietnam Briefing examines the reasons why businesses such as Apple are seeking to diversify their manufacturing and looking at Vietnam as a production base.

China Releases First Guidelines for Cross-Border Data Transfer Application

A new set of guidelines provide details on applying for China data export. We explain the procedures and documentation required.

Policies to Facilitate India’s Transition to Clean Mobility

India's policymakers are keen to transform the country's highly polluting transport industry with clean mobility alternatives.

Saudi Arabia Wins Bid To Host 2029 Asian Games - With Outdoor Snow Skiing Facilities

Can Vietnam’s VinFast be the Real Contender to Tesla’s EV Throne?

Vietnam’s VinFast is among new entrants in the EV market, and its lower-cost and tech-heavy offerings could pose a real threat to existing manufacturers.

Applying For A 2022 / 2023 Virtual Work Visa In The UAE

China’s SaaS Market is Booming: Why Foreign Investors Should Pay Attention (Updated)

China's software as a service (SaaS) market is among the fastest growing worldwide. We discuss market prospects for foreign businesses.

Belt And Road Weekly Investor Intelligence #101

The most significant news this week is the final completion of the 4-lane INSTC highway, which links Iran's Caspian Sea and Persian Gulf Ports. Iran is also planning a Free Trade Zone at Kish Island, near to Dubai.  China is continuing its strong connectivity with the Middle East and Central Asia, while a BRI spin off is tourism development in the Kyrgyz mountains. Both China and Russia have commenced a large satellite co-ordination and surveillance project involving three cities in each country. Russia also continues its trade development in Central Asia. Other Central Asian-Middle East connections are developing while Russia displays surprising EU trade figures.

Cambodia Increases Minimum Wage for Textile and Garment Sectors for 2023

Cambodia has increased the monthly minimum wage to US$200 from the current US$194.

Interest Rate Hikes in the US and Eurozone, RMB Depreciation, and the Implications

We discuss the economic performance of the US, Eurozone, and China, assess their macroeconomic policies, and implications for investors.

Turkiye-Turkmenistan Flights Resume After Two And A Half Years