Other Briefings
Why the Agtech Industry Will Aid Vietnam’s Hi-Tech Growth
Vietnam’s agtech industry presents significant opportunities as the government focuses on hi-tech investment to increase capacity and quality.
Why Use Singapore as a Base for ASEAN Expansion
Singapore has long been a preeminent destination for setting up a regional headquarter to pursue business opportunities across ASEAN and Asia.
GST Treatment of Media Sales in Singapore: Changes from January 2022
Singapore’s Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has underlined the basis for which the supply of media sales will be subject to zero percent goods and services tax.
China Sustains Huge Ecommerce Development Investment Flows into ASEAN
China continued to pour money into ASEAN in Q3 this year, with the region attracting 15 percent of all China’s outbound investment flows.
Quarantine Exemption for Vaccinated Travelers in Thailand: What You Need to Know
Fully vaccinated travelers from 63 “low-risk” countries and regions can now enter Thailand without any quarantine requirements.
Singapore Amends Central Provident Fund Act and Retirement and Re-Employment Act
Singapore’s government has amended the Central Provident Fund Act and the Retirement and Re-Employment Act.
The ASEAN Smart Logistics Network: An Overview
The ASEAN Smart Logistics Network is a platform that aims to promote logistics interconnectivity and integration within the ASEAN bloc.
The UK Foreign Minister Visits ASEAN Looking for Trade Deals – But is Britain All at Sea Over the CPTPP?
The British Foreign Secretary, Liz Truss has been on a visit to ASEAN as she tries to boost British trade relations with Southeast Asia.
Cambodia Makes Amendments to the Labor Law
Cambodia has made several amendments to the Labor Law. These include new mechanisms to settle individual labor disputes and new provisions on work shifts.
Indonesia’s Omnibus Law: Relaxed Foreign Ownership Laws on Real Estate
Indonesia has made it easier for foreigners to own real estate in the country through Government Regulation 18 of 2021.
