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Vietnam’s Economic Performance in H1 2025: Inflation, Trade, FDI, and Business Trends

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Cross-Border Restructuring: A Strategic Response to Rising Geopolitical and Supply Chain Risks

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Cross-border restructuring is gaining traction among foreign investors in China as a response to rising geopolitical and supply chain risks. This article explains why this strategy is emerging as a more measured alternative to full relocation, helping companies maintain China operations while diversifying regionally.

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Tamil Nadu Permits 24×7 Business Operations: What Employers Must Know

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Tamil Nadu now permits shops and establishments with 10 or more employees to operate 24×7 for three years starting June 2025. The policy includes rules on working hours, employee leave, wage payments, safety provisions for women, and mandatory workplace facilities.

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Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker

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The manufacturing sector is the cornerstone of Vietnam’s economic growth and resilience. The government has undertaken several initiatives to leverage the country’s inherent strengths, resulting in tangible outcomes supported by compelling data.

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UAE Launches New AI-Driven Government Planning Cycle: What Foreign Investors Should Know

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As the UAE launches its new AI-driven planning cycle, it unlocks strategic opportunities for foreign investors in sectors like technology, infrastructure, finance, and cybersecurity. The planning cycle is focused on smart city development, FinTech innovation, predictive analytics, and cross-sector AI applications in healthcare and logistics.

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Islamic Finance in Singapore: Unlocking Growth Potential in a Strategic Financial Hub

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Islamic finance, rooted in Shariah principles that prohibit interest and emphasize risk-sharing, has evolved into a global financial system with over US$5.5 trillion in assets by the end of 2024, projected to reach US$7.5 trillion by 2028.

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How Are Tariffs Impacting Chinese Exports to the US?

07/10/2025

Since returning to office in January, Trump’s new barrage of tariffs on Chinese imports is beginning to reflect in trade data. US imports from China fell sharply in May 2025, while China’s exports to Southeast Asian countries—particularly Vietnam—have risen.

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