News Across Asia

Belt And Road Weekly Investor Intelligence #110  

This week's roundup: Russia’s PMI Index is now 6 points higher than the EU and trade elsewhere is booming. The Ukraine situation is having the effect of spreading Russia-centric trade away from the West and into the Middle East, Central Asia, and China.

The UAE Launches A.I. Based Employment Contract Registrations

Vietnam’s Rail Network: Slow Train Headed for Fast-Track?

High-speed rail from Hanoi to HCMC may be on the cards as Vietnam re-embraces rail and moves to extend its rail infrastructure.

China Officially Launches New Private Pension Scheme - Who Can Take Part?

China's private pension has officially launched, but high barriers to entry mean not many players can get involved - yet.

China-Mongolia: Bilateral Trade, Investment, and Future Prospects

China and Mongolia have strengthened their ties in recent years, increasing business and investment opportunities.

India’s Retail Digital Rupee: Pilot Launch from December 1

We discuss how the retail digital rupee works, its use in transactions, and note the RBI's plan for pilot roll-out and participating banks.

E-Mobility, Green Financing on Show at Eurocham Green Economy Forum and Exhibition

Eurocham’s Green Economy Forum and Exhibition has wrapped up in HCMC. Here’s what the team at Dezan Shira and Associates took away from the experience.

Singapore Launches ESG Impact Hub: What it Means for Green Finance

Singapore recently launched the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) Impact Hub to promote the country’s ESG ecosystem and set global standards for green and sustainable finance.

India-Australia ECTA to Enter into Force December 29, 2022

India and Australia exchanged written notifications and confirmed that the India-Australia ECTA will enter into force before January 1, 2023, as planned.

China-UK Trade and Investment Ties

Mainland China and Hong Kong have been promoting their relations with the UK to increase business and investment opportunities.

New Health Insurance Requirement for Short Term Foreign Workers in Indonesia

Foreign workers in Indonesia on short-term work permits are now required to obtain health insurance.

Indonesia Relaunches Multiple Entry Visa Service

Indonesia’s Directorate General of Immigration officially relaunched the multiple entry visa service on November 28, 2022.