News Across Asia

Vietnam Launches National Portal for Data Protection

Vietnam has launched a National Portal for Data Protection. Here's what foreign firms should know.

Private Tuition Work Permits In The UAE

Boosting Tourism: Indonesia Explores More Visa-Free Entry

The Indonesian government is considering expanding its visa-free entry policy to visitors from a further 20 nations as the country aims to increase tourist numbers and boost economic growth.

Vietnam to Set Annual Solar and Wind Prices Under New Rules

Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) has issued new rules for determining feed-in tariffs (FiTs) for new wind and solar projects. Here are the details.

China Industries to Watch in 2024

We spotlight key China industries to watch for in 2024 in terms of enabling government policies, technology transformation, and market prospects.

India's Surat Diamond Bourse: A Game-Changing Hub for Global Diamond Trade

We cover key features of the recently inaugurated Surat Diamond Bourse in the state of Gujarat, India, and discuss its impact for the global diamond and jewelry trade. Since nearly a century, the city of Surat processes over 90 percent of the world's natural diamonds.

An Introduction To The Suez Canal Economic Zone

Kazakhstan, UAE Create Transportation JV To Facilitate Central Asia - Middle East Trade

Singapore Expands Mandatory Climate Reporting to More Industries in 2024

The Singapore Exchange (SGX) will begin mandating more industries to submit environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reports for the 2024 financial year.

China’s Economy in 2023 - A Year of Growth and Recovery

China's 2023 economy is set to beat targets after a year of robust GDP growth unleashed by the lifting of COVID-19 restricitions.

Vietnam’s Amended Telecommunication Law for Foreign Firms

Vietnam has amended its Telecommunications Law with a number of changes that may impact foreign firms operating in the sector. Here’s what they are.

Multilateral Trade Between the UAE and Pakistan: 2023 / 24 Status and Prospects