Other Briefings
Minimum Wages in ASEAN for 2021
Due to the pandemic, many ASEAN members did not raise their minimum wages or did not raise them significantly.
Canada, Indonesia Trade Talks Begin for Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
Canada has announced that it launched public consultations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with Indonesia.
Relocating Or Exiting Your Business From Myanmar
Op/Ed by Chris Devonshire-Ellis Myanmar business border relocation options with Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Bangladesh, China and India Wage, trade and incentive comparisons Winding Up a Myanmar Foreign Invested Company
India, ASEAN Agree to Review FTA Scope, Address Uneven Market Access
India and ASEAN agreed to start discussions on reviewing the scope of the ASEAN-India free trade agreement,10 years since it came into force.
UK Joins ASEAN as Dialogue Partner, Looking at Joining CPTPP Asia-Pacific Free Trade Agreement
The British House of Lords has launched a new inquiry on the potential accession of the UK to the CPTPP trade agreement.
ASEAN’s Free Trade Agreements: An Overview
It is important for foreign investors to understand ASEAN’s free trade agreements (FTAs) to capitalize on the bloc’s long-term potential.
Singapore Establishes Travel Corridor with Taiwan: Key Features
Singapore has established a one-way travel corridor with Taiwan under the Air Travel Pass scheme (in effect since December 18, 2020).
Singapore Approves the Sale of Lab-Based Meat: Market Potential
In a world’s first, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has approved the sale of lab-grown meat in the country.
The End of Britain’s EU Transition Period is Set to Boost Economic Ties with Asia
In 2019, Asia accounted for 20 percent of both the UK’s exports and imports. These levels were on par with the Americas, albeit growing much quicker.
The Singapore-Hong Kong Travel Bubble: Salient Features
From November 22, 2020, the Singapore-Hong Kong travel bubble will come into effect, allowing short-term visitors to travel between both countries.
