Other Briefings
Kra Canal Project Revisited As Part Of China’s Maritime Silk Road
The Kra Canal project has swept back into vogue again after years of being dismissed as too difficult to build, and opposition from Singapore. An Asian equivalent of the Suez or Panama canals, if approved, it will be one of the biggest engineering and construction projects of this century.
Singapore’s Start-up Ecosystem – Part III: The Role of Venture Capital Funds
Singapore has created a vibrant start-up ecosystem over the past five years. In this third and concluding article of a three-part series, we look at the role of venture capital funds in nurturing entrepreneurship and innovation in Singapore.
The Southern Economic Corridor: Boosting Trade and Investment in Cambodia
Stretching from Myanmar to Vietnam, the Southern Economic Corridor (SEC) aims to further integrate the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). In this article, we look at the improved connectivity brought on by the SEC and how it is boosting trade and investment in Cambodia.
Tourism Industry in the Philippines: Part II
In the first part of this Op-ed, our Philippines correspondent Bob Shead highlighted the opportunities and incentives for foreign investors in the country’s tourism industry. In this concluding part, he discusses in greater detail the various sectors of the tourism industry in the Philippines.
Import and Export Procedures in Laos – Best Practices
As Laos continues to integrate its market and regulatory system within ASEAN, the ease of doing business for both importers and exporters will continue to improve. In this article we explain best practices for importing into and exporting out of Laos.
IP Protection in the Philippines Automotive Industry
In this article, South-East Asia IPR SME Helpdesk discusses the strategies foreign companies should adopt to enforce their intellectual property rights in the Philippines automotive industry.
Import and Export Procedures in Brunei – Best Practices
With Brunei’s single window customs clearance and low tariff rates, exporting into and importing out of the small sovereign state is considerably easier than trading with some of its South East Asian neighbors. In this article we explain best practices for importing into and exporting out of Brunei.
Import and Export Procedures in Cambodia – Best Practices
Cambodia is an important manufacture-for-export destination and as the country continues to comply with ASEAN-wide economic integration, opportunities for both importers and exporters will grow. In this article we explain best practices for importing into and exporting out of Cambodia.
Import and Export Procedures in the Philippines – Best Practices
As the Philippines continues to comply with ASEAN-wide economic integration, opportunities for both importers and exporters will continue to grow. In this article we explain best practices for importing into and exporting out of the Philippines.
Import and Export Procedures in Malaysia – Best Practices
Malaysia continues to liberalize its import and export regulations; but, complex goods-specific rules still exist. In this article, we explain best practices for importing into and exporting out of Malaysia.
