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It has been produced by Dezan Shira and Associates since 1999.
In the first quarter of 2025, Indonesia attracted foreign direct investment totaling approximately US$13.67 billion, marking a 12.7 percent increase compared to the same period in the previous year. This growth highlights continued investor confidence in the country’s long-term prospects, especially in strategic sectors such as mining, metal smelting, infrastructure, and logistics.
India is proactively seeking tariff concessions and a bilateral trade pact with the United States in response to escalating global trade tensions arising from the Trump administration’s updated tariff regime. We examine Donald Trump’s second term as the US president and its influence on trade negotiations with India.
The textile and garment industry is a cornerstone of Vietnam’s export-driven economy, but it now faces significant challenges amidst proposed US tariffs that could dramatically increase export costs. As the country navigates these geopolitical pressures, the sector is exploring strategies for resilience and long-term sustainability.
Saudi Arabia has overhauled VAT regulations, tightening compliance and redefining tax treatment across sectors, especially for digital platforms and cross-border services. Businesses must reassess VAT exposure, documentation, and contractual terms to align with the updated rules.
Under the renewed leadership of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Australia is strengthening trade relations with China while balancing geopolitical pressures. This article examines key developments in agricultural exports, policy shifts, and the broader impact of US-China tariff dynamics.
Faced with rising global shipping uncertainties and the urgent need for supply chain resilience, Malaysia is taking bold steps to reconfigure its trade infrastructure. A major inland port in Perlis and enhanced rail connectivity with Thailand and China signal a strategic shift from maritime-dominated logistics toward integrated land-based routes.
Malacca Emerges as Malaysia’s Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Hub
Transforming Business Operations with ERP Application – New Publication Out
From Traditional Manufacturing to Intelligent Systems: Talent Strategy and Operational Restructuring
Microsoft to Launch Data Centers in Malaysia in Q2 2025
India-UK FTA Finalized After Three Years of Negotiations
India’s M&A Outlook 2025: Domestic Strength and Sectoral Drivers
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Discover India’s evolving corporate tax landscape in this essential guide. Covering income tax rates, business incentives, and compliance...
This issue of Investing in Malaysia provides a comprehensive analysis of the country’s key investment sectors, outlining growth trends,...
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Discover how Cambodia’s Funan Techo Canal will reduce logistics costs, bypass Vietnam’s ports, and boost connectivity under China’s Belt and Road Initiative.
Microsoft to Launch Data Centers in Malaysia in Q2 2025
Thailand to Ease Foreign Business Ownership Rules
Indonesia’s Q1 2025 FDI Growth: Mining and Smelting Sectors Lead the Surge
Malacca Emerges as Malaysia’s Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Hub
Malaysia Eyes Trade Growth with China, Thailand via Rail and Port
Filing Corporate Income Tax in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Investors
China's manufacturing sector is evolving fast—and talent strategy is at the heart of it. Discover how companies are navigating the workforce shift with reskilling programs, flexible employment models, and AI-powered talent insights.
From Traditional Manufacturing to Intelligent Systems: Talent Strategy and Operational Restructuring
China Monthly Tax Brief: April 2025
Snapshot: China’s Central Bank Launches 10-Point Plan to Stabilize Markets
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
Albanese’s Re-election Reinvigorates China-Australia Trade Relations Amid US Tensions
The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.
India’s M&A Outlook 2025: Domestic Strength and Sectoral Drivers
India's FTA Network: Updates in 2025
India’s Competition Authority Rolls Out 2025 Cost Regulations Norms
100 Days of Trump 2.0: India's Tariff and Trade Navigations So Far
Why Vizhinjam International Seaport Is a Game-Changer for India's Maritime Future
India’s Pet Care Economy 2025: Market Trends, Key Players, and Growth Opportunities
The magazine covers the essentials of ERP systems in optimizing business operations, spotlighting the growth of Vietnam’s ERP market fueled by SME adoption and governmental support, and examines tailored ERP solutions for manufacturers to tackle industry-specific challenges.
Vietnam-India New Direct Flight Routes: A Boost to Tourism and Business
Vietnam Redefines Private Sector’s Role: Key Highlights from Resolution 68
Vietnam’s Textile Sector Amid US Tariff Pressures: Risks and Opportunities
Vietnam’s Aviation Market Set for Takeoff: Growth Drivers, Key Players, and Future Outlook to 2030
How Are US Tariff Threats Affecting the Vietnamese Electronics Industry?
Unlocking Value in Vietnam Evolving Private Equity Market
UAE and Australia deepen trade and investment relations with the continuity in leadership under Prime Minister Albanese and signing of the CEPA.
Saudi Arabia Invites Global Feedback on Draft Global AI Hub Law
Saudi Arabia New Draft Data Protection Amendments: Overview and Business Implications
Saudi Arabia Introduces Comprehensive Amendments to VAT Implementing Regulations
UAE Witnesses US$3 Billion Real Estate Tokenization: Dubai's Sandbox Model Draws Global Attention
IP Rights for Fintech Businesses in Türkiye: Legal Protections, Risks, and Compliance
Qatar Central Bank Issues Sustainable Finance Framework to Align Financial Sector with ESG Goals