Other Briefings
Indonesia Opts to Remain Neutral in US v China Divides
Indonesia will continue to maintain a neutral stance despite rising tensions between the US and China.
The 17th East Asia Summit Declaration: Analysis & Opinion
The 2022 East Asia Summit (EAS) concluded last week having been hosted by Cambodia.
China Announces New ASEAN Belt & Road Initiative Projects Centered Around Cambodia
At the 2022 ASEAN Summit, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang announced Beijing’s approval of Chinese investment in infrastructure projects in the ASEAN region.
Can Indonesia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Attract Foreign Investors?
Unlike other sovereign wealth funds, Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund explicitly seeks foreign co-investors to capitalize the fund rather than rely on commodity revenues.
Malaysia’s Ratification of CPTPP to Help Increase Trade
Malaysia’s ratification of the CPTPP offers local businesses expansion opportunities around the Asia Pacific and further.
Indonesia and Thailand Implement QR Payment Linkage, Key to Increasing Digital Integration in Southeast Asia
Enabling cross-border QR payment linkages is also a step towards greater financial inclusion in Southeast Asia.
Thailand Increases Daily Minimum Wage Rates for 2022
Thailand has increased the daily minimum wage rates across all its provinces by an average of five percent.
Cambodia Opens Foreign Employee Quota Application for 2023
Cambodia has opened the foreign employee quota application for businesses for 2023.
As Chinese Lockdowns Continue and Salaries Rise, Footwear Manufacture Shifts to Vietnam
Vietnam’s footwear industry is likely to benefit as manufacturers leave China in search of lower labor costs.
Malaysia Launches New Social Visit Pass
Malaysia has recently launched a new social visit pass named PLS@XPATS, which allows social visit pass holders to work in the country for up to 30 days.
