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ASEAN Briefing
IP Protection in the Philippines Pharmaceutical Industry
10/12/2017In this article, South-East Asia IPR SME Helpdesk discusses the strategies foreign companies should adopt to enforce their intellectual property rights in the Philippines pharmaceutical industry.
ASEAN Briefing
Thailand Launches New Online Service for Work Permits and Visas
09/29/2017Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) has launched a new online visa service for BOI-registered companies in order to ease the visa application process. Under the new system, authorities will issue an electronic work permit to the applicants instead of t
ASEAN Briefing
The Guide to Employment Permits for Foreign Workers in Laos
09/22/2017For expatriate workers and their employers in Laos, understanding the process to obtain a business visa and employment permit is essential. Read more about the various business visas and employment permits issued to expatriates planning to work in Laos.
India Briefing
Australian Investment into India: Skill India, Clean Energy Market
08/22/2017Australian investment prospects in India are growing. In this article, we focus on opportunities emerging in two key industries – education and clean energy. Finally, we discuss the benefits of investors approaching India on a state-by-state basis.
China Briefing
China Work Permit Calculator: Find Your Tier
08/16/2017China’s new work permit system for foreigners was rolled out nationwide on April 1 this year, introducing a three-tier talent grading system for expatriates. Here, we present a work permit calculator which can help employers and expats research tier cat
China Briefing
China Work Permits: Are You an A, B, or C Tier Talent?
07/19/2017China’s new work permit system for foreigners introduces a point-based tiered ranking system to determine applicants' eligibility to work in the country. In this article, we clarify who is placed where under the new system, and the implications of the tiered rankings.
ASEAN Briefing
IP Protection in the Philippines Automotive Industry
07/14/2017In this article, South-East Asia IPR SME Helpdesk discusses the strategies foreign companies should adopt to enforce their intellectual property rights in the Philippines automotive industry.
ASEAN Briefing
Import and Export Procedures in the Philippines – Best Practices
06/23/2017As the Philippines continues to comply with ASEAN-wide economic integration, opportunities for both importers and exporters will continue to grow. In this article we explain best practices for importing into and exporting out of the Philippines.
ASEAN Briefing
Import and Export Procedures in the Philippines – Best Practices
06/23/2017As the Philippines continues to comply with ASEAN-wide economic integration, opportunities for both importers and exporters will continue to grow. In this article we explain best practices for importing into and exporting out of the Philippines.
ASEAN Briefing
Trade Fairs in Thailand - Steps to Protect Your Intellectual Property
05/12/2017In this article, South-East Asia IPR SME Helpdesk discusses the strategies SMEs participating in trade fairs in Thailand should adopt to mitigate the risks of infringements of their intellectual property.
China Briefing
China, ASEAN, and OBOR Trade Picks Up: How to Take Advantage
05/05/2017China's trade with the One Belt, One Road region and ASEAN has picked up, while EU and US trade has dropped. Chris Devonshire-Ellis explores China's trade agreements, routes, and opportunities in this op-ed.
India Briefing
India Regulatory Brief: Cross-Border Mergers Approved for Indian Businesses, Aadhaar Now Mandatory for Expats
04/24/2017In this week’s Regulatory Brief, we look at the shift in policy on mergers and acquisitions in India, the compulsory requirement of Aadhaar for expats living in India beyond 182 days, the move to de-register dormant companies, and the proposed cyber-security unit of the RBI.