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EU Removes Sanctions Against Myanmar

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On Monday this week, the foreign ministers of the European Union (EU) permanently ended the majority of its sanctions against Myanmar, with support for removing them permanently growing in step with recent democratic, economic and human rights reforms in the country.

Introduction to the ASEAN Comprehensive Investment Agreement

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The ASEAN Comprehensive Investment Agreement entered into force on March 29, 2012, aiming to create a free and open investment environment through the consolidation and expansion of existing agreements between the ASEAN member countries.

Hong Kong–Indonesia Comprehensive DTA Enters into Force

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The Hong Kong-Indonesia DTA has taken effect from April 1, 2013. The DTA with Indonesia was signed in March 2010, but has only recently been ratified by Indonesia.

Brunei–UK Sign Amendment to DTA

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An agreement amending the DTA between the United Kingdom and Brunei Darussalam has been signed in London.

Are You Ready For ASEAN 2015?

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In our first ever issue of Asia Briefing magazine, we focus on the new dawn that ASEAN free trade brings to the entire region, as well as the dramatic added impact of pan-Asian free trade agreements such as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership.

Cambodia Commences DTA Talks With Thailand

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Cambodia, the only member of ASEAN not to have any bilateral tax treaties of its own, is moving forward to strike a double tax treaty with Thailand to better deal with increasing cross-border trade.

The TPP’s 16th Round of Negotiation in Singapore

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The TPP presents a golden opportunity for all parties involved, as it could be beneficial for many businesses in various sectors throughout the region.

Vietnam, Malaysia Hold Joint Trade Commission

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Mar. 8 – The Malaysian International Trade and Industry Ministry (MITI) announced that bilateral trade between Malaysia and Vietnam surged by 25.3 percent to reach US$9.03 billion over the past year. Vietnam’s exports to Malaysia registered US$5.2 billion, while Malaysia exported US$3.83 billion to Vietnam. This news came off the heels of the second meeting […]

Trans-Pacific Partnership Negotiations Continue, FTA Likely Signed This Year

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Over 600 delegates from 11 countries are currently meeting in Singapore with an aim to continue progress on the TPP agreement.

ASEAN-India Free Trade Area Part IV: Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia

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In the fourth and final part of our ASEAN-India Free Trade Area analysis, we will examine trade trends and statistics from India to Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia.

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