News Across Asia

Vietnam's Economy to Benefit Most from RCEP: World Bank

Vietnam's economy is expected the benefit the most from the RCEP as per the World Bank. Contributing factors include reduced tariffs, rules of origin, and trade facilitation measures.

The Australia-Asian PowerLink: Encouraging Investments in ASEAN Renewable Energy

The Australia-Asia PowerLink should be a wake-up call for ASEAN members to spur renewable energy investments.

Indonesia’s GoTo Goes Public, Market Capitalization of US$32bn

Indonesia’s GoTo was officially listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange and saw its market capitalization valued at US$32 billion.

Major Incentives Under the Gujarat IT/ITeS Policy 2022-27

We list the various fiscal and non-fiscal incentives announced under the Gujarat IT/ITeS Policy 2022-27 that aims to make the state an IT hub in India.

China’s 2022 Negative List for Market Access: Restrictions Cut, Financial Sector Opening

China’s 2022 Negative List for Market Access has opened more sectors of its economy to private investment. Learn how.

Belt and Road Weekly Investor Intelligence #76

Vietnam Tasks Government Agencies to Prepare Legal Framework for Cryptocurrencies, Virtual Assets

Vietnam's Deputy PM has asked the relevant government agencies to develop a legal framework for cryptocurrencies and virtual assets.

Explainer: Why are MOFCOM's and the Foreign Exchange Bureau's China FDI Statistics Different?

China FDI statistics are calculated differently by different government bodies. We explain why and discuss what foreign investors should be watching.

IBBI Streamlines and Fast-Tracks the Voluntary Liquidation Process

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India has amended the voluntary liquidation process to make it investor friendly.

Laos Issues Tax Obligations for Non-Resident E-commerce and Digital Platform Providers, Joins Other ASEAN Markets

The taxing of non-resident e-commerce and digital players in Laos is part of a continuing trend in ASEAN.

Digital Economy Prospects in Vietnam and Identifying Government Support - Latest Issue of Vietnam Briefing Magazine

In this issue of Vietnam Briefing magazine, we examine Vietnam's digital economy, a developing regulatory framework, and a focus on the e-commerce industry.

Freight Forwarding Industry in India: Market Outlook and How to Set Up

We provide the market outlook of the logistics industry in India, and explain how to set up a freight forwarding unit in the country.