Other Briefings
Using Singapore as a Base for ASEAN Expansion – Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine
In this issue of the ASEAN Briefing magazine, we provide an overview as to why Singapore is the preeminent destination for investors looking to expand in ASEAN.
ASEAN Summit: China Wants to Upgrade Ties to Strategic Comprehensive Partnership
China is looking to upgrade its ASEAN ties to a Strategic Comprehensive Partnership.
Vietnam Issues New VAT Rate for Imported Medical Equipment
Vietnam’s Circular 43 implements a reduction in the value-added tax rate for imported medical equipment from 10 percent to five percent.
How COVID-19 Has Impacted Philippine Medical Worker Recruitment
The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed how medical workers from the Philippines are working, both at home and abroad.
Quarantine Free Travel Under Singapore’s Vaccinated Travel Lane Scheme
From September 2021, Singapore has allowed the entry of fully vaccinated visitors without quarantine through its Vaccinated Travel Lane scheme.
Singapore Helps Businesses Go Green with New Sustainability Program
Enterprise Singapore has launched the Enterprise Sustainability Program to help local companies develop capabilities in the green economy.
Vietnam Issues Decision 29 on Special Investment Incentives
On October 6, 2021, Vietnam’s government issued Decision 29 on Special Investment Incentives to facilitate more high-tech investments into the country.
The Enhanced Regional EU-ASEAN Dialogue Instrument
We examine the Enhanced Regional EU-ASEAN Dialogue Instrument and discuss how it enables dialogue between EU and ASEAN policymakers and key stakeholders.
Cambodia to Increase Minimum Wage for 2022
Cambodia will increase the minimum wage for the garment, textile, and footwear industries for 2022.
The ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement
The ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement is a trade deal between the ten member states of ASEAN and India.
