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  June 23, 2021 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Indonesia’s Omnibus Law: Provisions on Special Economic Zones

  Indonesia’s GR 40/2021 highlights the various tax incentives to attract foreign investors into operating in an SEZ.
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  June 17, 2021 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 2 minutes
  

  Thailand Approves Latest Stimulus Package to Sustain Consumer Confidence

  Thailand’s cabinet has approved its latest stimulus package, valued at US$4.5 billion, aimed at supporting the economy amid a resurgence in COVID-19 cases.
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  June 16, 2021 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 8 minutes
  

  Russian Outbound Investment into ASEAN & Southeast Asia

  In this article, we explore the new trends and rivers of Russian overseas direct investments (ODI) into Southeast Asia and ASEAN. 
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  June 8, 2021 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 4 minutes
  

  Malaysia Introduces Pemerkasa Plus Economic Stimulus Package

  Malaysia’s government has introduced its latest economic stimulus package — Pemerkasa Plus — as a response to the national lockdown measures.
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  June 7, 2021 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Vietnam Encouraging More Singaporean Investments in Da Nang

  Vietnam is eager to encourage more Singapore investments into Da Nang city, as the city aims to be a socio-economic center in Southeast Asia.
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  June 4, 2021 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 8 minutes
  

  How Can Indian Businesses Capitalize on ASEAN’s E-commerce Boom?

  ASEAN’s e-commerce sector presents ample and scalable opportunities for Indian businesses looking to sell in this market.
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  June 2, 2021 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Singapore Enhances Support Measures to Help Individuals and Businesses

  Singapore has prepared S$800 million (US$604 million) worth of enhanced measures for individuals and businesses during the Phase 2 period.
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  May 31, 2021 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 2 minutes
  

  Philippines Amends Retail Trade Liberalization Act to Attract Foreign Investment

  The Philippines approved amendments to the Retail Trade Liberalization Act, in which the paid-up capital requirements for foreign retailers have been reduced.
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  May 28, 2021 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Malaysia’s Central Bank Provides Financing Facility for High-Tech SMEs

  Malaysia’s Central Bank has established a 1 billion ringgit (US$241 million) financing facility to support high-tech SMEs impacted by the pandemic.
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  May 27, 2021 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 2 minutes
  

  Vietnam’s Decree 31 Provides Guidance on Implementation of the Investment Law

  Vietnam’s Decree 31 provides guidance on the sectors foreign investors are subject to market access restrictions.