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ASEAN-India Free Trade Area Part III: Cambodia, Brunei, Laos and the Philippines
By Alex Tangkilisan Feb. 27 – In the third part of our ASEAN-India Free Trade Area analysis, we will examine trade trends and statistics from India to Cambodia, Brunei, Laos and the Philippines. While the Philippines is part of the ASEAN six majors, Cambodia, Brunei and Laos are the three smallest economies in the region. […]
Timor-Leste Joins ASEAN — A New Frontier for Strategic Investors
Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership offers 10-year tax holidays, USD stability, and full profit repatriation for foreign investors.
U.S. Tariffs in Asia 2025 – A Regional Investment Map
U.S. tariff reforms in 2025 create a three-tier system reshaping where capital, supply chains, and compliance converge across Asia.
ASEAN Transshipment and US Tariffs – Balancing Opportunity and Risk
Foreign investors can use ASEAN’s trade hubs to stay tariff-compliant and cost-efficient under new US import rules.
Cambodia’s 2026 Minimum Wage Increase: What Foreign Investors Should Decide Now
Cambodia raises its 2026 minimum wage to US$210. Learn how foreign investors can manage costs, incentives, and compliance.
Singapore Backs Timor-Leste’s ASEAN Entry with eSTARS
Singapore launches enhanced eSTARS package to support Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership and boost regional integration efforts.
ASEAN Nations Mobilize Ahead of U.S. Tariff Deadline
ASEAN countries take urgent action — deals, taskforces, and diplomacy — in response to U.S. tariffs set to take effect on July 9.
Mining and Natural Resources in Cambodia: Investment Potential and Sector Outlook
Discover Cambodia’s mining opportunities, gold export growth, major mineral reserves, regulatory reforms, and key drivers attracting foreign investors.
Manufacturing in Cambodia: Moving Beyond Garments to Electronics and Automotive Parts
Cambodia is aiming to move beyond garments into electronics, auto parts — backed by SEZs, RCEP access, and rising foreign investment.
Malaysia Eyes Trade Growth with China, Thailand via Rail and Port
Malaysia’s inland port and rail upgrades aim to boost trade with China and Thailand and lower logistics costs regionally.
