News Across Asia

Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor Sets New Investment Targets

Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor has set a new investment target of 500 billion baht (US$13.7 billion) over the next five years.

Philippines Sovereign Wealth Fund: Marcos Says Not Suspended but Being Optimized

The Maharlika Investment Fund is the Philippines' first sovereign wealth fund and remains a top priority for President Marcos Jr. Amid reports that the fund was being halted, Marcos clarified that necessary improvements were being made.

Chinese Government Restructuring Explained - Changes to State Council Agencies

New details on the restructuring of several key State Council bodies shows further consolidation of responsibilities in line with current government priorities.

Vietnam's Electronics Industry: A Guide to Emerging Opportunities

Vietnam's electronics industry presents significant opportunities for investment. Vietnam Briefing discusses the trends and options for market entry.

The Gulf Cooperation Council Countries To Replace The United States As The Primary Source Of China FDI

China Q3 2023 Economic Roundup: GDP Growth Beats Forecasts

We breakdown key data points in the China Q3 2023 economic roundup released by the National Bureau of Statistics.

Indonesia Market Prospects for EV Sales and Manufacturing

We discuss prospects for foreign investors in the Indonesia market for electric vehicles, supported by enabling government policies and raw material supplies.

Myanmar Implements Long-Awaited Minimum Wage Hike

Myanmar has increased the daily minimum wage rate after a five-year hiatus to 5,800 kyat (US$2.76) for an 8-hour day, from 4,800 kyat (US$2.28).

ASEAN, Canada Edge Closer to Concluding Free Trade Agreement

ASEAN and Canada have edged closer to concluding a free trade agreement with Canada officially achieving the strategic partnership status during the ASEAN Summit.

8th UNCTAD World Investment Forum Opens In Abu Dhabi

India-UK FTA Talks - Where Things Currently Stand

India and the UK are expediting their free trade talks, aiming for a deal by October's end to secure significant benefits. Leaders of both countries are looking at an election year and this has complicated the last leg of negotiations. There is sufficient goodwill on both sides, and key compromises are being made, but signing the FTA agreement will ultimately be a political decision.

Vietnam Issues Draft Decree Guiding Implementation of Consumer Rights Protection Law

Vietnam’s National Assembly has issued a new draft decree providing additional details and clarity on a number of articles in the amended Law on the Protection of Consumer Rights (LPCR). Here's what it says.