Laos SEZ Growth and Foreign Investment Rules
In 2023, Laos witnessed robust economic growth, with 178 local and foreign firms investing $520 million in Special Economic Zones (SEZs), marking a significant milestone....
Temasek Holdings Expands Presence in Region with Focus on Cambodia
In a recent meeting, Lim Boon Heng, the Chairman of Temasek Holdings Company, conveyed the company's strong commitment to further expanding its business operations within...
Singapore SimplyGo Implementation Delayed Amid Commuter Concerns
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) in Singapore has decided to delay the full implementation of SimplyGo for adult public transport fares from the originally planned...
Singapore and Malaysia Sign MOU for Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JSSEZ)
Singapore and Malaysia are jointly developing the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JSSEZ) in southern Johor. Economists believe this move will attract more multinationals aiming to...
Thailand seeks to ban recreational use of cannabis
Thailand's Health Minister, Cholnan Srikaew, recently endorsed a new cannabis and hemp bill, igniting a storm of protest from advocates favouring legalization. They criticize him...
Singapore Wows With Investment Of SGD $5 Billion in Tamil Nadu India
Singapore companies have announced a substantial investment of $5 billion in various sectors in Tamil Nadu, India, further strengthening their presence in the region. This...
MIC Board Discusses Sectors For Investments In The Philippines
During its inaugural meeting on January 3, 2024, the Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) discussed key aspects of the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF). The Department of...
IMF and Economists Eye Strong Philippines Economic Rebound in 2024
Economists, echoing the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) optimism, foresee a robust economic rebound for the Philippines in 2024. Key factors influencing the trajectory include fiscal...
Thailand’s Ambitious Four-Year Investment Strategy
Thailand is charting a dynamic course to revitalize its economy. It will be focusing on clean energy and aligning with the Global Minimum Tax (GMT)...
TikTok Revamps Indonesian E-Commerce Shop via GoTo
TikTok, the popular social media app, has sealed a dynamic partnership with Indonesian tech behemoth GoTo to relaunch its e-commerce venture in the country, injecting...