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Philippines 2016: Opportunities and Roadblocks for Foreign Investors

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In Asia’s competitive investment environment, the Philippines is currently more than holding its own. The Philippines is actively generating increasing amounts of FDI, capitalizing on its demographic dividend that provides it with a young and energetic new workeforce aged 20 to 45.


Malaysia 2016: Challenges and Bright Spots for Foreign Investment

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Malaysia is currently in a strange position concerning foreign investment. This is mainly brought about by the recent scandal involving the 1MDB Bhd, an investment arm of the Malaysian government. However, new incentives for 2016 have made certain sectors attractive for investors.


Indonesia 2016: Foreign Investment Opportunities & Trends

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The Indonesian government has recently revised several regulations to attract greater foreign investment. Since 2015, 10 economic policy packages have been released in anticipation of a slowing global economy. In this article, Chartered Accountant Mourme Taruna examines this year’s prospects for investment in the country.


China’s Overland Versus Maritime Routes – the Fastest way to Europe? Or Central Asian Commodities Exploitation?

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Report Linker has just released a report on the future of China’s automated logistics industry covering the period 2016 to 2020. Titled “China Automated Logistics Equipment Industry Report, 2016-2020 “, it’s a timely piece, given that much of China’s logistics industry is set to change.


China’s Developing Silk Road Trade Relations with SAARC

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One aspect of China’s proposed Silk Road that is often not considered is that of India, and especially the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) trade bloc. In this article, Chris Devonshire-Ellis examines why SAARC is important to the Silk Road project.


Sri Lanka 2016 – The Growth Of Asia’s Emerging Leopard Economy

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Sri Lanka is often overlooked in Asia, but the country is strategically well placed in the region. In this article, Chris Devonshire-Ellis examines Sri Lanka’s prospects for growth and recounts his experiences living in the country.


Vietnam Leading 2016 Emerging Markets’ Growth – Bloomberg

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Vietnam is set to be one of the performing global stars in terms of growth during 2016, according to an essay from Bloomberg. Citing generally difficult trading conditions for 2016, Bloomberg’s market analysis places Vietnam as the second most dynamic growth economy during the year with an expected seven percent growth rate.


2016 India Residential Investment Report

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The global property company Knight Frank have released their 2016 India residential investment advisory report for 2016, which can be used as a useful barometer for how well the Indian economy is doing overall.


The 2016 OECD Outlook for South-East Asia, China & India

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The Organization for Economic Cooperation & Development (OECD) has just released its 2016 study on the economic outlook for South-East Asia, China and India. Using data culled from 2014-2015 performance indicators, this comprehensive study examines several areas of interest to foreign investors throughout the Asian region.


TPP Insight: Understanding Tariff Reductions in Vietnam

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In this excerpt from Vietnam Briefing’s November edition, entitled “Navigating the Vietnam Supply Chain”, we examine tariff reductions in Vietnam proposed under the recently signed Trans Pacific Partnership.


 

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