Other Briefings
The ASEAN-Russia Trade and Investment Cooperation Roadmap
ASEAN and Russia have adopted an updated ASEAN-Russia Trade and Investment Cooperation Roadmap to stimulate a post-pandemic economic recovery.
Hiring Costs in ASEAN
When assessing labor costs in ASEAN, foreign investors should be aware that governments are increasing social protection expenditure in areas such as pensions, health coverage, and welfare assistance.
Three Key Factors Impacting Human Resource Development in ASEAN
Digital transformation, climate change and green investments, and ageing societies present new challenges and opportunities for foreign investors in ASEAN.
The US-ASEAN Expanded Economic Engagement Initiative
The US-ASEAN Expanded Economic Engagement Initiative is a framework to promote increased trade and investment cooperation between the US and ASEAN.
The US-ASEAN Trade and Investment Facilitation Agreement Explained
The US and ASEAN have agreed on an updated TIFA arrangement for 2021-22, along with an Expanded Economic Engagement (E3) Work Plan.
ASEAN Trade Partners Meeting: Developments with the US, EU, Hong Kong, India and Russia
Economic ministerial-level consultation meetings between ASEAN and its partners – the US, Hong Kong, India, the European Union, and Russia.
High-Tech in Thailand: Incentives for R&D, Semiconductors, and Smart Packaging
Thailand has released new incentives for investments in R&D, semiconductor manufacturing, smart packaging, and other digital technologies.
Cambodia Ratifies Free Trade Agreement with China
Cambodia has ratified the bilateral FTA with China, which aims to increase the trade of goods through reducing and eliminating tariffs.
Due Diligence in ASEAN
Successful due diligence allows companies to minimize their risk exposure and capture the benefits of the ASEAN markets.
The UK Starts Talks to Join CPTPP, Seeking Access to ASEAN
The UK’s interest in joining the CPTPP shows the government’s ambitions in expanding economic ties with Asian markets beyond China, such as with ASEAN.
