South Korea to Invest in Myanmar’s Ailing Infrastructure
South Korea is set to invest $US 56.86 million into developing Myanmar’s infrastructure, according to the Southeast Asian nation’s state-run media. Money is expected to be invested in the construction of new model villages, schools, power stations, and research and technology centers in a deal which may improve Myanmar’s future investment appeal.
L’industria dello sport in Asia: è Singapore il mercato più promettente?
Singapore – La scorsa settimana il Singapore Tourism Board (STB) ha offerto un dibattito sul business dello sport in Asia, durante il quale il Paese ha analizzato le opportunità offerte da questo settore di mercato nella regione. La discussione, che ha visto confrontarsi membri dell’Economic Development Board e del World Sport Group, è ruotata attorno […]
Malaysia-Indonesia Tax Battle Set to Boost Crude Palm Oil Sales
This week, Malaysia and Indonesia became embroiled in a tax race-to-the-bottom on their international exports of crude palm oil (CPO). In an effort to maintain steady sales, both Southeast Asian nations are now lowering the tax on their CPO exports, and the rest of the world look set to take advantage.
ASEAN Investment Horizons: Key Industries for AEC 2015 – New Issue of Asia Briefing Magazine
In this issue of Asia Briefing, we forecast the effects of ASEAN Economic Community on foreign investment into the region in the lead up to 2015. Following this, we highlight what is happening in some of ASEAN’s hottest industries for investment, including electronics, information and communications technology, textiles and medical devices.
China Agrees to Invest $US 20 Billion into India’s Infrastructure
India and China have signed agreements aimed at strengthening their respective economies, with $US 20 billion to be invested into India’s infrastructure over the next five years. However, the amount is less than what was expected, and talks were overshadowed by a recent border dispute between the two Asian superpowers.
Australia and Singapore Sign Landmark Trade Repository Data Agreement
Australia and Singapore have this week signed an innovative memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will see the mutual exchange of trade repository data, or OTC derivatives. The pact is the first of its kind, and aims to allow for a greater level of transparency in trade between the two counties.
Le nuove normative sui visti nella regione dell’Asia-Pacific
Nell’ Agosto del 2014, le leggi in merito al rilascio dei visti nella regione dell’Asia-Pacific hanno subito alcuni cambiamenti. Molti tra i paesi chiave di quest’area hanno avviato nuovi piani per favorire gli investimenti stranieri, regolare i flussi migratori e sviluppare il turismo locale. Con i viaggi d’affari nella regione dell’ Asia-Pacific, in aumento del […]
Asia’s Sports Industry: Singapore’s Next Major Growth Market?
A business panel in Singapore has this week identified Asia’s sports industry as the island country’s next potential growth market. Asia’s sports sector has experienced unprecedented development in recent years and, with more growth forecast for the future, now might be the time for Singapore to take advantage of its many opportunities.
Il Myanmar implementa una nuova Special Economic Zone per incrementare gli scambi commerciali con la Cina
Con l’obiettivo di dare una spinta agli scambi commerciali con la Cina, e soddisfare la crescente necessità di trasporti e infrastrutture, il Myanmar si sta adoperando per implementare una nuova zona economica speciale, la Central Economic Zone, presso la città di Muse. Il progetto è stato presentato Martedì 19 Agosto 2014 Dopo una serie di […]
Singapore and Taiwan Announce Intention to Form Stock Exchange Link
The Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX) and Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE) have announced plans to link their two respective markets. The deal follows a similar one signed by China and Hong Kong earlier this year, and is undoubtedly important for investors seeking alternative ways to penetrate the Chinese market.