News Across Asia - Page 136

China Briefing

China’s August 2024 Economy: Record Export Growth Amid Domestic Challenges

09/24/2024

In August, China saw a notable surge in exports, highlighting strength in foreign trade, while industrial production and fixed asset investment lagged overall.

ASEAN Briefing

Key Changes in Indonesia's Franchise Laws

09/24/2024

Learn about the key changes to Indonesia's franchise laws via regulation GR 35/2024 and how they impact franchisors, franchisees, and MSMEs.

Vietnam Briefing

The Footwear Market in Vietnam: Trends and Opportunities

09/24/2024

The footwear market in Vietnam is on a steady growth trajectory, driven by an expanding customer base, growing middle-class population, and evolving preferences. We discuss the key market trends and Vietnam consumer outlook to 2030.

Middle East Briefing

GCC Central Banks Follow US Fed in Rate Cuts

09/24/2024

Following the recent decision by the US Federal Reserve to lower its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points, GCC central banks have implemented similar cuts.

Middle East Briefing

Oman’s Strategic Move to Attract Foreign Investment: Exploring the New Opportunities

09/24/2024

Oman, under the stewardship of Invest Oman, has unveiled a series of strategic investment opportunities worth over OMR 166 million (approx. US$430 million) in the manufacturing sector.

ASEAN Briefing

Proposed Amendments to Singapore's Income Tax Act

09/23/2024

Learn about the key updates in Singapore’s Income Tax (Amendment) Bill 2024, impacting trusts, funds, and REITs.

Vietnam Briefing

Samsung's US$1.8 Billion Investment to Boost Vietnam's OLED Manufacturing Capacity

09/23/2024

Samsung Display Co. will invest an additional US$1.8 billion in a new OLED manufacturing plant in Bac Ninh province in northern Vietnam. This is in keeping with Samsung's commitment to invest around US$1 billion per year in Vietnam.

India Briefing

A Promising Future for India-Finland Collaboration

09/23/2024

In 2024, India and Finland celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties, marking evolving partnerships in digitalization, sustainability, and innovation.

India Briefing

India’s Emerging Semiconductor Ecosystem: Key Players

09/23/2024

India aims to become a notable semiconductor manufacturing hub to reduce import dependencies in electronics production and frontier sectors. We note prominent distributor partners crucial for driving semiconductor adoption and growth across industries as well as beneficiaries under the India Semiconductor Mission.

Middle East Briefing

The UAE's National In-Country Value (ICV) Program: A Comprehensive Guide to Certification and Registration

09/23/2024

The UAE's National In-Country Value (ICV) Program fosters local economic growth by encouraging investments, employment of Emiratis, and sourcing from domestic suppliers.

Middle East Briefing

Navigating the Dip: Opportunities Amidst Declining Deal Activity in the Middle East and Africa

09/23/2024

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) region experienced a notable decline in deal activity, falling by 10.4 percent in the first eight months of 2024, as reported by GlobalData.

China Briefing

Stay Alert: Guide to Preventing New Types of Fraud for Financial Staff

09/23/2024

New types of fraud targeting corporate finance personnel are diverse and continuously evolving with technological advancements. We explain the common fraud methods and strategies to prevent unnecessary losses.