Other Briefings
Indonesia Considers an SEZ on Natuna: Investment Prospects, Challenges
The Indonesian government is mulling the prospect of turning the Natuna Regency into a special economic zone.
2023 Foreign Investment Opportunities in Laos
Laos has been a consistent recipient of Chinese investment for some time and is transforming the country into a land-linked nation.
How Will the RCEP Impact Thailand’s Economy?
The RCEP is expected to increase Thailand’s trade and investments with its key economic partners in the Asia Pacific.
Thailand, UK Form Joint Trade and Economic Committee
Thailand and the UK have formed a Joint Trade and Economic Committee to explore new opportunities to improve bilateral trade.
Comparing Mexico and Indonesia as Manufacturing Hubs for US Investors
We look at the economic and business environment in Mexico and Indonesia and discuss their comparative prospects as an offshore production hub.
The Cambodia-South Korea Free Trade Agreement: Increasing Potential for Downstream Sectors
The Cambodia-Korea Free Trade Agreement presents opportunities for value-added investments in Cambodia’s downstream processing industries.
Why Does the US-ASEAN Special Summit Lack Substantial Value?
Despite hitting the right notes, the US-ASEAN summit lacked the concrete trade and investment commitments that ASEAN members were seeking.
Beware the Post-Covid, Partial-Opening Up Of ASEAN
The partial opening of ASEAN economies can mean partially closing them too. It pays to alert and have contingency plans in place.
Cambodia’s Border Reopening: Opportunities for Tourism Sector
Cambodia’s border reopening is a boost to its tourism industry, which is an important contributor to the economy, behind the textile and garment manufacturing sector.
Assessing the Current Human Resources Talent Pool in ASEAN
ASEAN is endowed with a diverse workforce but these are spread across different levels of the developmental spectrum.
