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E-Commerce Markets Across ASEAN
Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines are quickly becoming four of the hottest e-commerce markets in ASEAN. In this article, we review the characteristics of each nation’s e-commerce markets and highlight opportunities for international investors.
Philippines Destined to be Asia’s Next Tech Tiger?
The Philippines may have the fastest-growing economy in Southeast Asia, but it also has the slowest internet speed in the region. Despite this, some foreign investors believe they may have spotted an opportunity that could turn the country into Asia’s next tech tiger.
Two-Year Tax Breaks Proposed for Philippines’ Startups
The Philippines have filed a bill that would grant a tax exemption for startup businesses during their first two years of establishment.
Fixing Thailand’s Economy: Challenges for the New Government
Last week, Thailand’s military government announced a series of emergency economic measures that will aim to breathe life into the country’s struggling economy.
U.S. Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Steel Products from Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced its decision last week to impose an anti-dumping duty on stainless steel pressure pipes imported from Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam.
June 2014 ASEAN Regional Meetings
There are a number of important ASEAN regional meetings taking place in June, including the ASEAN-Republic of Korea Dialogue, the ASEAN-Russia Senior Officials Meeting and the ASEAN-Japan STOM Leaders Conference.
Hong Kong Gets Public Consultation Over ASEAN Free Trade Agreement
The Government of Hong Kong has initiated a public consultation on the proposed free trade agreement between Hong Kong and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. As the second largest trading partner in goods with Hong Kong, ASEAN receives the fifth largest inflow of FDI from Hong Kong. Despite this, the territory is not covered by the current China-ASEAN FTA that came into effect in 2010.
Cambodia Implements ASEAN Standards on Customs
The Cambodian National Assembly approved changes to the country’s customs laws last week, marking another step towards achieving deeper integration within the ASEAN region.
E-Commerce Across Asia: Trends and Developments 2014: New Issue of Asia Briefing Magazine
In this issue of Asia Briefing Magazine, we provide a comprehensive overview of e-commerce trends across the Asia-Pacific region with a focus on developing markets in Southeast Asia.
Indonesia and the Philippines Agree on Maritime Border
Indonesia and the Philippines inked an agreement last week that clearly defines the borders of the two countries’ Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ) in the Mindanao Sea and Celebes Sea.
