WTO Finds China Rare Earth Metal Trade in Breach of Global Rules
Following an investigation into China’s trade of rare earth metals, a World Trade Organization dispute panel has concluded that the country manipulated its export regulations.
Japanese Manufacturers List Indonesia and India as Preferred Investment Destinations
Indonesia and India have overtaken China as preferred destinations for overseas investment by Japanese MNCs, according to Tatsuhiko Takesada with the Japan Bank for International Cooperation.
An Introduction to Singapore Holding Companies
Singapore is the preeminent location for establishing a holding company in Asia. In this article, we outline the reasons for this and provide a regional comparison of tax rates for holding companies located throughout the world.
Singapore Introduces New Option for Patent Dispute Resolution
The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore launched a cheaper and faster option for the settlement of Intellectual Property disputes yesterday through a direct collaboration with the World Intellectual Property Organization Arbitration and Mediation Center.
Rise in Asian HR Recruitment Signals Increased Business Confidence
The Robert Walters Asia Job Index reported a significant increase in job advertisements for professional positions last quarter, a signal of growing business confidence throughout the region.
Singapore’s Changi Airport Voted World’s Best
For the second year in a row, Singapore’s Changi Airport has been voted the World’s Best Airport by air travelers.
Demographics Show India Will Soon Outperform China
A doubling of India’s workforce capabilities and decreasing age dependency ratio suggest the country may soon catch up with China’s manufacturing capabilities.
First Cash-Dispensing Bitcoin ATM Launched in Singapore
Singapore is now home to the region’s first cash-dispensing bitcoin ATM machine.
Malaysia Ranked as World’s Best Manufacturing Destination
Malaysia has ranked as the world’s top destination for manufacturing enterprises in the 2014 Manufacturing Index, conducted by global property agents Cushman & Wakefield.
Thailand Investors’ Confidence Report – Part Two
In this article, the economic effects of Thailand’s protests are covered, with special attention paid to the impact on equity prices and consumer sentiment in the country.