News Across Asia - Page 88

Vietnam Briefing

Hai Phong Inaugurates New Smart Container Terminal: Key Insights

04/18/2025

The recent inauguration of the Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal (HHIT) has marked a significant improvement in logistics for one of Northern Vietnam's key industrial hubs. This article examines the anticipated economic benefits for Vietnam as it seeks to strengthen its position as a competitive manufacturing center in Asia.

China Briefing

China Clarifies Cross-Border Data Transfer Rules: Key Takeaways from Official Q&A (I)

04/18/2025

China’s Cyberspace Administration clarifies cross-border data transfer rules, offering foreign businesses guidance on streamlined data exports and compliance.

India Briefing

India’s Sports Goods Manufacturing and Export: Growth, Hubs, and Opportunities

04/18/2025

Discover how India’s sports goods industry is expanding globally, powered by manufacturing clusters in Meerut and Jalandhar, rising startup activity, and major investments from global brands like Decathlon, Nike, and Adidas.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia Updates Job Loss Program: What Employers Need to Know

04/18/2025

Discover how Indonesia’s revised job loss program affects employer contributions, compliance duties, and workforce planning.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Revises PDP8: Key Targets of the National Power Development Plan

04/17/2025

The article examines Vietnam's revised National Power Development Plan for the 2021-2030 period, with a vision to 2050 (PDP8), highlighting key targets and strategies for increasing renewable energy capacity and ensuring sufficient electricity supply to support the nation's economic growth through 2030 and beyond.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Residency Through Business in Dubai: 2025 Guide

04/17/2025

Dubai in 2025 offers attractive business residency opportunities, allowing entrepreneurs to obtain residency through streamlined business setup processes.

India Briefing

Mental Health at Work: A Strategic Priority for Businesses in India

04/17/2025

Learn how Indian businesses are prioritizing workplace mental health through strategic policies, legal frameworks, and CSR initiatives to boost employee well-being and productivity.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam-China Economic Partnership: Insights from Top Chinese Leader’s Visit

04/17/2025

During his visit from April 14 to 15, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the need to strengthen Vietnam-China trade and economic relations. This article explores the implications of the visit for businesses on both sides, particularly in the context of the ongoing trade war.

ASEAN Briefing

Thailand Simplifies Work Permit Process for Foreign Workers

04/16/2025

Thailand cuts red tape in work permit rules to attract foreign talent and support labor-intensive industries.

China Briefing

China’s Economy Beats Expectations in Q1 2025 - Can Momentum Last?

04/16/2025

While strong export growth helped China’s economy beat expectations in Q1 2025, the impact of US tariffs may test its resilience. We look at China's latest economic indicators.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Reduces MFN Tariff Rates on Strategic Imports: Decree 73

04/16/2025

Vietnam reduces Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariffs on key imports under Decree 73/2025/ND-CP ("Decree 73") to enhance trade relations and supply chain access.

India Briefing

India’s Semiconductor Market Value to Reach US$108 Billion by 2030: Report

04/16/2025

India's semiconductor market is set to double to US$108B by 2030, according to the latest industry report. The growth is likely to be driven by domestic demand, design expertise, and strategic policies fostering localization and global partnerships.