News Across Asia

Vietnam News in Brief: Weekly Roundup July 28

Australian and Vietnamese mining firms ink rare-earth extraction agreement, cross-border services net tax authorities US$166 million, and Israel and Vietnam sign a free trade agreement, in this week's Vietnam News in Brief.

India-Japan Economic Partnership: Bilateral Trade, Infrastructure Projects, and Semiconductor Collaboration

Semiconductors, decarbonization, manufacturing, and infrastructure projects are key areas of India-Japan investor collaboration. They overlap with India's ambitious growth goals and economic development aspirations.

Medical Tourism in Vietnam: Opportunities and Challenges for Foreign Stakeholders

Vietnam's healthcare sector is rapidly growing, presenting investment opportunities for businesses interested in medical tourism. Here's how.

How to Interpret China’s First Effort to Regulate Generative AI Measures

By creating a secure and conducive operational environment, China aims to foster innovation and responsible use of generative AI in various sectors. We discuss pertinent new regulation and its impact on the tech market.

Dubai Chamber Establishes Joint Romanian Business Council

China’s Pulp and Paper Industry - Opportunities for Foreign Investors

China's pulp and paper industry is the largest in the world, and changing consumption habits may further boost production and demand.

Cambodia’s New Rules of Origin Law to Better Facilitate International Trade

Cambodia has approved a new Rules of Origin (ROO) law, which is to be in line with the standards set by the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Vietnam’s Imports-Exports Top US$55.8 Billion in June

Vietnam Customs has released its import-export data for May 2023. Here’s what it says.

Dubai Chamber Of Commerce Opens Office In Ho Chi Minh City

India’s Updated Sustainability Reporting Format and Rules for ESG Ratings Providers

As global efforts mount to standardize ESG audits, India is mandating listed companies to make ESG disclosures for their value chains.

India's Market Access Initiatives Scheme Offers Airfare Support for Start-ups and New Exporters

India's government has revamped the Market Access Initiatives (MAI) Scheme to provide financial incentives for exporters and start-ups.

Indonesia Launches World’s First State-Backed Cryptocurrency Bourse

Indonesia launches the world’s first state-backed cryptocurrency bourse as part of its aim to strengthen the regulatory environment for this booming sector.