Economy & Trade

Indonesia Eases Import Rules for 10 Key Commodities to Boost Trade and Investment

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Indonesia removes import restrictions on 10 commodities to boost trade and attract investors ahead of major tariff deadlines.

Thailand’s Political Protests: Implications for Foreign Investors

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Thailand’s 2025 protests spark political and economic uncertainty, raising key risks and opportunities for foreign investors.

Thailand’s Role in ASEAN Supply Chains: Reshoring, Realignment, and Risk Mitigation

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Explore why Thailand is emerging as ASEAN’s supply chain hub, with strong growth in EVs, electronics, agro-exports, and medical tourism.

Philippines–Canada FTA: Trade and Investment Outlook

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Canada and the Philippines are negotiating an FTA aimed at expanding bilateral trade, investment, and sectoral cooperation.

Investing Across Borders: Opportunities in the Johor–Singapore SEZ — Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine

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The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine on the Johor-Singapore SEZ is out now and available to subscribers as a complimentary download.

Singapore Eyes Softer Listing Rules to Attract More Companies

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Singapore unveils tax incentives, a S$5B market fund, and simplified IPO rules to boost SGX listings amid slowing economic growth.

Manufacturing in Cambodia: Moving Beyond Garments to Electronics and Automotive Parts

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Cambodia is aiming to move beyond garments into electronics, auto parts — backed by SEZs, RCEP access, and rising foreign investment.

Trade Breakthrough Ahead: Indonesia–EU CEPA

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Indonesia and the EU are finalizing their free trade agreement, with the CEPA set to reshape exports, FDI, and market access for foreign investors.

Indonesia’s Consumer Stimulus: Impacts for Foreign Investors

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Indonesia’s US$1.5 billion stimulus package may shift local demand patterns, presenting potential opportunities for foreign investors to consider.

Leveraging the Laos-China Railway for Trade

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The Laos-China Railway aims to cut costs, boost connectivity, and open new opportunities for ASEAN trade and integration.

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