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Middle East Briefing

EU Removes UAE from High-Risk Money Laundering List

06/12/2025

The EU has removed the UAE from its high-risk money laundering list, recognizing substantial AML/CFT reforms and improved oversight. This move aligns with warming EU-UAE ties and coincides with the launch of bilateral free trade agreement negotiations.

China Briefing

China Further Expands the 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy to 55 Countries

06/12/2025

Effective June 12, 2025, nationals of Indonesia shall be eligible for China's 240-hour visa-free transit policy, bringing the list of eligible countries to 55.

Vietnam Briefing

Foreign Employees in Vietnam: Proposal to Streamline Work Permit Application

06/12/2025

To reduce redundant compliance and clarify regulations, the Vietnamese government is drafting a new decree to reform the governance of foreign workers in the country.

China Briefing

EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline

06/12/2025

Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.

China Briefing

China's Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates

06/12/2025

This article looks at all of the China visa-free policies that are currently in place. Most recently on May 15, China expands its 30-day unilateral visa-free policy to five South American countries, including Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore Eyes Softer Listing Rules to Attract More Companies

06/11/2025

Singapore unveils tax incentives, a S$5B market fund, and simplified IPO rules to boost SGX listings amid slowing economic growth.

China Briefing

China’s AI Healthcare Market (Part I): Growth Trends, Drivers, and APAC Comparison

06/11/2025

China’s AI healthcare market is expanding rapidly, driven by a combination of state-backed policies, vast centralized data, and dual urban–rural demand.

China Briefing

China's AI Healthcare Market (Part II): Opportunities and Strategies for Foreign Investors

06/11/2025

China’s AI healthcare market offers high-growth opportunities across imaging, smart hospitals, drug discovery, and rural telemedicine, driven by strong policy backing and digital infrastructure.

Vietnam Briefing

Understanding Vietnam’s Beauty and Personal Care Sector: Strategic Insights for Market Entry

06/11/2025

The Vietnamese beauty and personal care market continues to demonstrate robust growth, driven by a combination of strong economic recovery, rising consumer awareness, and the emergence of e-commerce.

ASEAN Briefing

Manufacturing in Cambodia: Moving Beyond Garments to Electronics and Automotive Parts

06/11/2025

Cambodia is aiming to move beyond garments into electronics, auto parts — backed by SEZs, RCEP access, and rising foreign investment.

Middle East Briefing

GCC IPO Market Q1 2025: Resilient Growth Led by Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Oman

06/11/2025

In Q1 FY2025-26, consumer markets led GCC IPO activity, capturing 42 percent of total proceeds, driven by strong investor interest in lifestyle and retail sectors.

India Briefing

India-Chile Bilateral and Trade Relations in 2025

06/11/2025

We provide an overview of India-Chile bilateral and trade ties in 2025, ahead of CEPA talks scheduled to be held in New Delhi between May 26 to 30, 2025.