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Belt and Road Weekly Investor Intelligence #90

Singapore's Healthcare Industry: Gateway to ASEAN’s Healthcare Market

ASEAN Briefing discusses investment opportunities in Singapore’s healthcare sector, which is considered one of the best in the world.

India's Unicorn Startups: Sector Distribution, Funding, Global Profile

We discuss the growth of India's unicorn startups, note the sectors touted for startup-led innovation, and compare with global market trends.

How is GST Calculated for the Advertising Sector in India?

We briefly explain how GST is charged on the advertising sector in India, including liability for e-commerce aggregators.

A Quick Read of China’s Key Economic Indicators of H1 2022

Investors at home and abroad are paying close attention to China’s economic indicators to gauge the effectiveness of its stimulus policies.

Taking Advantage of Singapore's Double Tax Agreement and Free Trade Networks

Singapore has one of the world’s most extensive DTA and FTA networks and why the country attracts businesses from many nuanced industries.

China M&A Outlook: Trends and Strategies – New Issue of China Briefing Magazine

In this issue of China Briefing magazine, we discuss the market outlook, regulatory trends, and SME strategies for M&A in China.

Vietnam’s Circular Economy: Decision 687 Development Plan Ratified

As Vietnam shifts to a circular economy, Vietnam Briefing highlights the government's new development plan to reuse, recycle and reduce waste.

NRIs in Line for High Office in the UK Government

British Asian Ministers are likely to be influential in shaping future UK-Indian ties. We profile some of the favored ministerial candidates.

China-Hong Kong Swap Connect: What Does it Mean for Foreign Investors?

Swap Connect intends to expand Hong Kong’s role as a connector between China and the world.

India to Implement Fuel Consumption Standards for All Vehicles from April 1, 2023

India has proposed extending fuel consumption standards to all vehicles, manufactured or imported for sale in the country, from FY 2023-24.

US Exempts Tariffs on Vietnamese Solar Panels for Two Years

The US government recently approved a 24-month tariff exemption for solar panels from four Southeast Asian countries which include Vietnam.