Other Briefings
Exploring Friendshoring: Shifting Operations in Asia and China+1
In this article, we look at the possible destinations for friendshoring, focusing on the relationships of key Asian countries with the US and Europe.
Australia Unveils Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040
Australia’s government announced its ‘Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040’ with the aim to deepen the country’s economic and trade engagements with the region.
Laos – Russia 2023 Relations
We examine the strategic relations between Laos and Russia after the leaders of both countries met during the Far Eastern Economic Forum.
U.S.-Southeast Asia Relations in the Biden Era: A Timeline
We present a timeline that will track key developments affecting bilateral ties between the U.S. and Southeast Asian economies under the Biden administration.
Boosting India-ASEAN Economic Collaboration: Key Highlights from PM Modi’s 12-Point Proposal
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently attended the annual ASEAN-India summit and the 18th East Asia summit held in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Laos Enhancing Cross Border Railway Connectivity with Malaysia, China
Malaysia and Laos aim to enhance cross-railway cooperation to improve trade through a Memorandum of Collaboration.
Laos Launches Digital Currency Trial
Laos has successfully trialed a digital currency prototype—the Digital Lao Kip—in cooperation with Japanese fintech company SORAMITSU.
Chris Devonshire-Ellis Discusses UK Joining The CPTPP On Nikkei Asia
The British government is keen to promote the CPTPP pact, noting that the Asia-Pacific bloc represents 12% of the global economy.
UAE and Thailand Explore Trade Agreement to Foster Bilateral Investments
Thailand and the UAE have agreed to launch negotiations to establish a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to expand bilateral trade and investment.
An Overview of US Trade and Investment in ASEAN
With ASEAN being the US’ fourth-largest trading partner, the region is becoming of increasing importance to US businesses and its government.
