First Cash-Dispensing Bitcoin ATM Launched in Singapore
Singapore is now home to the region’s first cash-dispensing bitcoin ATM machine.
Malaysia Ranked as World’s Best Manufacturing Destination
Malaysia has ranked as the world’s top destination for manufacturing enterprises in the 2014 Manufacturing Index, conducted by global property agents Cushman & Wakefield.
Thailand Investors’ Confidence Report – Part Two
In this article, the economic effects of Thailand’s protests are covered, with special attention paid to the impact on equity prices and consumer sentiment in the country.
India-China Strategic Dialogue Revolves Around Indian Infrastructure Development
India and China have been holding their third round of the joint Strategic Economic Dialogue in Beijing this past week, with changing demographics in both of these two Asian giants dictating future collaborations.
New Issue of Asia Briefing: The Gateway to ASEAN: Singapore Holding Companies
In the newest issue of Asia Briefing Magazine, we highlight and explore Singapore’s position as a holding company location for outbound investment, most notably for companies seeking to enter ASEAN and other emerging markets in Asia.
Philippines Set to Sign Peace Deal with Rebels, Attract Investment Inflows in Mindanao Region
The Philippine government is set to sign a long-awaited peace deal with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) next week that will end more than 30 years of conflict in the country’s southern Mindanao region.
Thailand Investors’ Confidence Report – Part One
Recent protests in Thailand have shaken investor confidence, but there are still several trends that may provide strong returns for long-term investors. In this quest contribution from Squawkonomics, Thailand’s macro economic outlook is considered and several equity plays are outlined.
Indian Outbound Investment is the New Target to Attract
Even while Chinese outbound investment increases, India remains the best target for soliciting FDI thanks to its open markets and low state intervention.
China’s First Onshore Bond Default: A New Precedent
While the default of Shanghai Chaori sets a new precedent for the bailout of mainland firms by the PRC, claims that the default may precipitate ‘China’s Lehman moment’ miss the big picture. Rather, Chaori’s default is the first step towards the adoption of a more selective bailout strategy.
Vietnam Issues New Work Permit Regulations for Foreign Employees
The Vietnamese government has recently released a new Circular on the procedures a foreign worker must adhere to in order to be considered for a work permit. Circular 03/2014 tightens the regulations for foreign workers seeking to come to Vietnam.