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Vietnam Briefing
Completing an Effective Stocktake in Vietnam
09/17/2024As the year draws to a close, firms will likely need to perform a stock take. With this in mind, the Vietnam Briefing runs through what firms need to do to ensure their stocktake is as simple, quick, and effective as possible.
Middle East Briefing
China Deepens Economic Cooperation with Saudi Arabia and UAE in New Energy and Emerging Sectors
09/17/2024Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s recent visits to Saudi Arabia and the UAE have marked a significant step towards strengthening economic cooperation with two of the Gulf region’s wealthiest nations.
Middle East Briefing
Middle East Pivot for Chinese EV Firms: Dealmaking, Market Sales
09/17/2024The Middle East, driven by sustainability efforts and strategic investments, offers key opportunities and challenges for Chinese EVs as the region seeks to boost adoption and infrastructure.
Middle East Briefing
Saudi Arabia’s US$5-Billion-Investment Pledge in Egypt: Strengthening Economic Ties and Industrial Cooperation
09/17/2024Saudi Arabia has strengthened its economic ties with Egypt, as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced a US$5 billion investment by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) during a meeting with Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly in Riyadh.
Middle East Briefing
Italy’s Saipem Expands Offshore Portfolio with Major Contracts in Qatar and Saudi Arabia
09/17/2024Italian energy contractor Saipem continues to strengthen its position in the Middle East with the recent award of significant offshore engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts in both Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
ASEAN Briefing
Southeast Asia Manufacturing Tracker: Key Insights and Trends
09/16/2024In our manufacturing tracker for Southeast Asia in 2024, we note the PMI values, workforce data, GDP contributions, and policy responses, highlighting the region's growth opportunities and challenges.
India Briefing
India-Portugal: Bilateral Trade and Investment Profile
09/16/2024India and Portugal's strategic partnership is driving growth in trade, investment, and innovation, with key opportunities in renewable energy, technology, and infrastructure, making them valuable gateways to Asian and European markets.
China Briefing
Investing in China’s Emerging and High-Tech Industries - Opportunities for Foreign Companies
09/16/2024China's efforts to achieve innovation-led economic growth presents a host of new investment opportunities in the country's emerging and high-tech industries.
Vietnam Briefing
Investing in the Logistics Sector in Vietnam: A Brief Guide
09/16/2024Vietnam's logistics sector is becoming a major economic driver, supported by GDP growth, manufacturing expansion, e-commerce, government initiatives, favorable trade agreements, and strategic infrastructure, offering significant investment opportunities.
ASEAN Briefing
Malaysia’s Data Protection Overhaul: Key Changes and Impacts on Business
09/15/2024Discover the latest changes to Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) and their impact on businesses, including new data protection officer requirements, expanded data processor responsibilities, and increased penalties for non-compliance.
India Briefing
New SEBI Rules Simplify FVCI Registration and Investment, Set to Launch in 2025
09/13/2024India's SEBI has revised its regulations for FVCIs, simplifying the registration process by shifting it to Designated Depository Participants (DDPs) and introducing new eligibility criteria, effective January 1, 2025.
India Briefing
India Mandates RBI Approval for Foreign Holding Company Mergers With Domestic Units
09/13/2024India has revised its rules on mergers under the Companies Rule, 2016, mandating foreign holding company and its wholly owned Indian subsidiary to secure prior approval from RBI.