News Across Asia

China’s Provincial GDP in H1 2022: Who Were the Top Performers?

Most of China's provinces registered growth in GDP in Q2 and H1 2022 despite various headwinds. We look into the top GDP performers and explain what to watch for in the second half of 2022.

Opportunities in Indonesia's Special Economic Zones – Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine

The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine, titled “Opportunities in Indonesia's Special Economic Zones”, is out now.

Indonesia Considers an SEZ on Natuna: Investment Prospects, Challenges

The Indonesian government is mulling the prospect of turning the Natuna Regency into a special economic zone.

An Overview of Indonesia’s Geothermal Energy Sector

Indonesia is home to some 40 percent of the world’s geothermal resources, and the sector will be key to the country’s energy sustainability goals.

Is Web 3.0 China's Next Big Thing?

The Internet has profoundly impacted people's lives, work, and all aspects of society. We discuss what to expect with Web 3.0 in China.

Bangladesh Keen to Accelerate CEPA Talks with India as it Confronts Economic Headwinds

Bangladesh wants to sign a CEPA deal with India within a year to boost bilateral trade and investment ahead of its LDC status change in 2026.

Vietnam-EU Trade Surplus Underlines Growing Trade, Relations

Vietnam Briefing examines growing Vietnam-EU trade, the countries within the EU contributing to this growth and most traded industries.

Vietnam's GDP Grows in First Half but Economic Headwinds Pose Concerns

Vietnam's GDP and FDI showed strong growth in the first half of 2022, however economic headwinds such as inflation and rising prices pose challenges.

China Standards 2035 Strategy: Recent Developments and Implications for Foreign Companies

China has released an Action Plan and is rolling out specific roadmaps for setting industry standards and working on R&D with a strategy to 2035.

2023 Foreign Investment Opportunities in Laos

Laos has been a consistent recipient of Chinese investment for some time and is transforming the country into a land-linked nation.

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India Launches New Schemes to Strengthen Pharmaceutical MSMEs

The new schemes envisage technology upgradation and setting up common research centers and effluent treatment plants in clusters for pharmaceutical MSMEs.