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ASEAN Briefing
Lawrence Wong's Visit Boosts Singapore-Germany Relations
04/19/2024Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong recently concluded a visit to Germany. The visit focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation and addressing global challenges.
ASEAN Briefing
Understanding Personal Data Protection in Singapore
04/18/2024The Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) provides baseline protection for personal data in Singapore.
China Briefing
China to Relax Foreign Ownership Limits in Value-Added Telecommunication Services
04/18/2024China has launched a pilot program in specific regions to relax foreign ownership restrictions on certain value-added telecommunication services. The program aims to attract foreign investment and boost market activity.
Middle East Briefing
Dubai Introduces New Judicial Authority to Resolve Conflicts Between DIFC and Local Courts
04/18/2024Dubai has introduced a new judicial authority to address jurisdictional conflicts between DIFC Courts and local judicial bodies, with the goal of streamlining legal proceedings.
China Briefing
China’s Economy Expands 5.3% in Q1 2024
04/17/2024China's GDP expanded 5.3% in Q1 2024 thanks to strong manufacturing and services output, setting the country on track to reach its annual growth target.
India Briefing
Apple’s Contract Manufacturers and Component Suppliers in India
04/17/2024We note the major contract manufacturers of Apple products in India along with their domestic supplier network, list their locations and investment scope.
India Briefing
India Identifies List of 30 Critical Minerals: Economic Implications
04/17/2024India has released a list of 30 critical minerals crucial for its energy transition and development of frontier industries. The move is aligned with global efforts to ensure stability in the supply chain of these critical minerals.
China Briefing
China's Draft Certification Standards for Cross-Border Personal Information Transfer (Updated)
04/17/2024China's standards committee has begun soliciting feedback on standards for third-party agencies to certify companies for personal information export.
China Briefing
Cross-Border Data Transfer - New Measures Clarify Security Review Requirements
04/17/2024China has released long-awaited measures detailing requirements for security assessments for transferring data out of the country.
China Briefing
China's Standard Contract Measures for Personal Information Export - Additional Guidelines Released
04/17/2024The CAC has adopted measures for the streamlined "Standard Contract" procedure for exporting personal information. Here's how it works.
Middle East Briefing
Navigating UAE Tax Compliance: Insights from the FTA’s Taxpayer Charter
04/17/2024The UAE Taxpayer Charter outlines taxpayer obligations for compliance with tax laws and educates them about their rights, with the goal to establish greater transparency and mitigate tax avoidance.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam-Spain Bilateral Relations: Trade and Investment
04/16/2024We look at the latest data on bilateral trade and investment and discuss the various tax and investment treaties signed by Spain and Vietnam.