Other Briefings
Indonesia’s Investment Outlook for 2019
Steady investment flows have allowed Indonesia’s economy to expand at a rapid pace. Read more about Indonesia’s latest FDI trends and outlook for 2019 in our latest article.
Import Procedures in ASEAN
In this article, we outline the import procedures in member states of ASEAN.
Export Procedures in ASEAN
In this article, we outline the export procedures in member states of ASEAN.
Investing in ASEAN’s Tea Industry
In this article, we look at the prospects for the tea industry in Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia.
Thai Labor Contracts: What You Need to Know
While Thailand does not mandate a written agreement between the employer and an employee, it does impose strict labor regulations with regards to working terms and conditions. In practice, therefore, it is advisable for employers to set out written terms and conditions of employment to avoid legal disputes.
The Philippines’ Investment Outlook for 2019
With an average growth rate of 6.3 percent over the past five years, the Philippines is now among the fastest growing economies in Asia. Read more about the Philippines’ latest FDI trends and outlook for 2019 in our latest article.
Termination of Employees in ASEAN
In this article, we provide a brief overview of statutory regimes with respect to employment termination in the five major ASEAN countries – Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand.
Cambodia’s Garment Manufacturing Industry
Cambodia’s garment manufacturing industry is largely export-oriented and highly integrated into global supply chains. In this article, we briefly discuss the main characteristics of the garment manufacturing industry in Cambodia and the advantages it offers to foreign investors.
Residency Schemes in ASEAN – Eligibility Requirements
Obtaining a long-term residency status is a cumbersome process for foreigners in ASEAN. The regulations and procedures vary significantly between the countries, and can sometimes be an expensive affair. In this article, we give an overview of the permanent residency and other schemes available for foreigners wishing to reside in any of the following ASEAN states.
ASEAN Meets with Russia & China; Discusses SCO & EAEU
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has been meeting with ministers from the ASEAN bloc of countries in Singapore this past week in preparations for the ASEAN 2018 summit due to be held in November. Several plenary sessions were held, with China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi also in attendance. Neither Russia nor China is members of ASEAN, […]
