News Across Asia

India's New Foreign Trade Policy 2023 in Effect from April 1: Key Points

India's new Foreign Trade Policy 2023 will be a dynamic one with no end-date announced. We discuss the key changes to boost export commerce.

India's Exports Hit Record High of US$750 Billion Despite Global Recession

India's exports reached a historic high of US$750 billion – a phenomenal 35 percent increase from US$500 billion recorded in FY 2020–2021.

India's New Foreign Trade Policy Expected to be Announced March 31

India will announce its new Foreign Trade Policy (2023-2028) on March 31, Friday, as its previous policy lapses after multiple extensions.

Vietnam’s Carbon Market: Progress Report

Vietnam has initiated its efforts towards establishing a carbon trading market, but there is still a considerable distance to cover. Let's review the advancements made thus far.

China Conducts First LNG Purchase In RMB Yuan With United Arab Emirates

Dubai Introduces A Metaverse Dispute Arbitration Platform

China’s 2023 Government Work Report: Highlights from the Two Sessions

We discuss the policies and targets for tax, foreign investment, consumption, healthcare, and more outlined in the 2023 Government Work Report.

Zelenskyy Invites Xi Jinping To Ukraine

China Extends Raft of Preferential Tax Policies and Fee Cuts

Further extensions to China's preferential tax policies will help support small and low-profit companies and key industries.

ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Banks Consider Dropping US Dollar, Euro and Yen, Indonesia Calls for Phasing Out Visa and Mastercard

Growing calls to settle financial transactions in local currencies.

Is Now the Right Time to Enter Vietnam’s Retail Market?

This year could be the perfect time to enter, or expand in, Vietnam's retail market. There are, however, a few things foreign firms should know before they do.

Investing in China’s Healthcare Sector – New Issue of China Briefing Magazine

China is a highly promising market for the global healthcare industry, yet it's highly competitive and regulated. Download our latest China Briefing magazine to learn more.