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China’s SaaS Market is Booming: Why Foreign Investors Should Pay Attention (Updated)

China's software as a service (SaaS) market is among the fastest growing worldwide. We discuss market prospects for foreign businesses.

Belt And Road Weekly Investor Intelligence #101

The most significant news this week is the final completion of the 4-lane INSTC highway, which links Iran's Caspian Sea and Persian Gulf Ports. Iran is also planning a Free Trade Zone at Kish Island, near to Dubai.  China is continuing its strong connectivity with the Middle East and Central Asia, while a BRI spin off is tourism development in the Kyrgyz mountains. Both China and Russia have commenced a large satellite co-ordination and surveillance project involving three cities in each country. Russia also continues its trade development in Central Asia. Other Central Asian-Middle East connections are developing while Russia displays surprising EU trade figures.

Cambodia Increases Minimum Wage for Textile and Garment Sectors for 2023

Cambodia has increased the monthly minimum wage to US$200 from the current US$194.

Interest Rate Hikes in the US and Eurozone, RMB Depreciation, and the Implications

We discuss the economic performance of the US, Eurozone, and China, assess their macroeconomic policies, and implications for investors.

Turkiye-Turkmenistan Flights Resume After Two And A Half Years

Islamic and Halal Export Opportunities to the Philippines

Opportunities for Foreign Investors in Thailand – Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine

The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine, titled “Opportunities for Foreign Investors in Thailand”, is out now and available as a complimentary download.

Hong Kong Lifts Mandatory Hotel Quarantine for Inbound Travelers - What to Know Before You Go

Hong Kong has lifted hotel quarantine for all inbound travelers - we explain the new rules for testing and self-monitoring.

Vietnam's Semiconductor Industry: Samsung Makes Further Inroads

Vietnam Briefing discusses Vietnam's semiconductor industry, Samsung's investment, and key insights by Filippo Bortoletti.

India’s Northeast Region: Scope for Investment in Fast-Developing States

India’s Northeast Region (NER) offers a lot of scope for greenfield investment due to its low development base, abundant raw materials, and access to East Asian and Indo-Pacific markets.

India Proposes 15% Retaliatory Duties on UK Imports for Restrictions on Steel Products

India's retaliatory additional duty of 15 percent are proposed on 22 UK imports, including blended whiskey, Scotch, and cheese.