Other Briefings
Vietnam, Malaysia Hold Joint Trade Commission
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 […]
ASEAN-India Free Trade Area Part IV: Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia
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.
Australia, Malaysia Sign Free Trade Agreement
97 percent of traded goods to be rated at zero tariffs with immediate effect May 23 – Australia and Malaysia signed a free trade agreement yesterday that brings about a considerable easing of tariffs and trade between the two countries. The Malaysia-Australia Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) was signed off by the respective trade ministers of […]
Taking Advantage of Singapore’s Jurong Port Free Trade Zone: A Guide
The Jurong Port FTZ offers various advantages including duty and tax exemptions, and simplified customs procedures.
U.S.-Southeast Asia Relations in the Biden Era: A Timeline
We present a timeline that will track key developments affecting bilateral ties between the U.S. and Southeast Asian economies under the Biden administration.
Chris Devonshire-Ellis Discusses UK Joining The CPTPP On Nikkei Asia
The British government is keen to promote the CPTPP pact, noting that the Asia-Pacific bloc represents 12% of the global economy.
Exploring Australian Trade and Investment Prospects in Indonesia
Indonesia’s stable economic growth, burgeoning middle-class, and improving infrastructure provide an array of opportunities for Australian investors.
UAE and Thailand Explore Trade Agreement to Foster Bilateral Investments
Thailand and the UAE have agreed to launch negotiations to establish a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to expand bilateral trade and investment.
An Overview of US Trade and Investment in ASEAN
With ASEAN being the US’ fourth-largest trading partner, the region is becoming of increasing importance to US businesses and its government.
Singapore-UK Bilateral Investment Treaty: Status of Negotiations
Singapore and the UK are in the midst of negotiations on an updated bilateral investment treaty under the UK-Singapore Free Trade Agreement.
