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  July 1, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 6 minutes
  

  The Coronavirus in Asia and ASEAN – Live Updates by Country

  We will be operating this article as a running live update service to keep businesses in the ASEAN region informed with regards to the coronavirus.
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  June 23, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Singapore Begins Phase 2 of Reopening: Safe Transition

  Singapore began Phase 2 of reopening its economy from June 19, allowing more businesses to resume activities.
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  June 5, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 6 minutes
  

  Special Economic Zones in ASEAN: Opportunities for US Investors

  The ASEAN region presents new opportunities for US investors, in particular those who are looking to diversify their supply chains.
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  June 3, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 2 minutes
  

  Myanmar SMEs Receive Financial Support from Japan

  The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) recently approved US$46.5 million in low-interest loans to businesses in Myanmar.
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  May 29, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Singapore’s Fintech Solidarity Grant: Eligibility and Incentives

  On May 13, 2020, Singapore introduced the MAS-SFA-AMTD FinTech Solidarity Grant to support Singapore-based fintech firms.
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  May 27, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 4 minutes
  

  Singapore Launches Fortitude Budget: Salient Features

  Singapore launched its latest stimulus package valued at US$23 billion to dampen the economic impact of the virus.
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  May 26, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 6 minutes
  

  Investment Opportunities in Thailand

  We introduce Thailand’s investment opportunities and assess its potential as a China plus one location.
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  May 20, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 5 minutes
  

  Indonesia Launches National Economic Recovery Program

  Indonesia launched the National Economic Recovery program on May 11, 2020, which provides the latest stimulus policies for the economy.
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  May 19, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 8 minutes
  

  China Plus One Series: Understanding Malaysia’s Appeal to Foreign Investors

  We profile Malaysia’s trade and business climate and assess its viability as a China+1 investment location for foreign enterprises based in China.
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  May 15, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  ASEAN Overtakes EU to Become China’s Top Trading Partner in Q1 2020

  Read our analysis on ASEAN overtaking the EU as China’s largest trading partner in the first quarter of 2020.