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November 08, 2023

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Weekly business and foreign investment news roundup in Asia

by Asia Briefing and Dezan Shira & Associates.

ASEAN EDITION


TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:


Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) Launches Carbon Trading Operations

The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) has launched carbon trading operations, enabling the trade of carbon units to support Indonesia’s emission reduction goals. With active participation from various...


Thailand to Set 2024 Minimum Wage Rate by Year-End

Thailand’s Ministry of Labour has confirmed that it will raise the minimum wage for 2024, with a high likelihood that the hike will be announced in December 2023. The new minimum wage is expected...


Singapore and Malaysia Plan Joint Special Economic Zone in Johor State

Singapore and Malaysia are partnering to create a special economic zone (SEZ) in Malaysia’s Johor state (JS-SEZ), adjacent to the Singaporean border. The joint effort is designed to foster stronger...


Singapore Proposes New Bill to Regulate Significant Investments in Critical Entities for National Security

Singapore has proposed the Significant Investments Review Bill to increase oversight of ownership changes in critical entities, which it now considers a matter of national security.


Guidelines for Calculating Carbon Footprint for Businesses in Vietnam

Vietnam has clear guidelines for businesses to effectively calculate and report the carbon footprint of their products. The country’s Ministry of Science and Technology officially adopted ISO...

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UPCOMING EVENTS FOR ASIA:


Indonesia's Halal Certification: A Practical Guide and Opportunities in the World's Largest Halal Market

Webinar \| Tuesday, November 28, 2023 \| 3:00 PM Jakarta / 4:00 PM China / 9:00 AM CET


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Vietnam’s Thriving Consumer Market [Partner Event with Australian Industry Group]

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