News Across Asia - Page 141

China Briefing

China's Machine Tool Industry: Market Trends and Opportunities

03/07/2024

China's machine tool industry, with a market value surpassing RMB 200 billion (approximately US$27.86 billion), heavily depends on foreign imports, creating diverse opportunities for global collaboration and investment, bolstered by substantial government incentives.

China Briefing

China Expanded Its 15-Day Visa-Free Travel Policy to 6 European Countries Including Switzerland

03/07/2024

China has decided to expand its 15-day visa-free travel policy to six additional European countries on a trial basis, during the period between March 14 and November 30, 2024.

India Briefing

More Women Are Now Part of India’s Expanding Manufacturing Workforce

03/07/2024

In India, gradual efforts are being made to ensure that more women are participating in the workforce, including in male-dominated manufacturing jobs. We discuss latest industry hiring trends and challenges facing the Indian economy in meeting gender parity targets.

ASEAN Briefing

Picking the Right Entity for Manufacturing in Indonesia

03/06/2024

Establishing a foreign investment company is the optimal choice for foreign investors seeking to establish a manufacturing presence in Indonesia.

ASEAN Briefing

Malaysia’s Revised Residency Program: Tackling Cost Concerns

03/06/2024

Malaysia’s government revised its residency program, the Malaysia My Second Home program, and eased the requirements by which foreigners are eligible for the residency permit.

India Briefing

Risks for US Businesses in Emerging Asian Markets in 2024

03/06/2024

In this op-ed, we discuss factors affecting US business operations in key emerging Asian markets in 2024, including regional elections, geopolitics, supply chain shifts, currency stability, and climate risks.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Housing Law: Draft Decree Guidelines on Foreign Property Ownership

03/06/2024

Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction has released a draft decree to guide the implementation of the country’s amended Housing Law, which will come into force on January 1, 2025.

Middle East Briefing

South Korea’s H2O Hospitality Establishes Regional HQ in Abu Dhabi

03/06/2024

South Korea's H2O Hospitality (H2O) has set up its regional headquarters in Abu Dhabi in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO).

China Briefing

China Sets 2024 GDP Growth Target at "Around 5%": Key Highlights from the Two Sessions

03/05/2024

China has released the 2024 Government Work Report, the most important policy document of the year, setting a broad range of economic and development tasks.

India Briefing

India's Stock Market Expected to Reach US$10 Trillion Market Value by 2030

03/05/2024

India's growing market capitalization, reaching US$4,574.606 billion in January 2024, signals its emergence as a top destination for global investments.

ASEAN Briefing

Unlocking ESG Reporting Requirements in Singapore – Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine

03/04/2024

The latest ASEAN Briefing Magazine, titled “Unlocking ESG Reporting Requirements in Singapore”, is out now for free download.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s Digital Infrastructure Master Plan to 2030: Roadmap to a High-Tech Future

03/04/2024

Investors seeking to capitalize on Vietnam’s expanding digital infrastructure are advised to align their products and services with the Master Plan, and likely benefit from government support.