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7th June 2023 10:57
The global digital signature market size ... Read more...
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13th January 2023 10:33
Vietnam’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic has been uneven with some sectors moving at break-neck speed while others have fallen behind. Global turmoil has also put Vietnam’s key export markets in a spin.
Nevertheless, Vietnam’s economy has continued to boom with GDP growth, in the most recent ... Read more...
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14th November 2022 09:20
There is unlikely to be any change in the United States political attitude towards China following the US Mid-Term elections, although business interest can be expected to remain high. Our views on the ground in both China, where we have had offices since 1992, and the United States, where we have representation and service hundreds of US investors into China and Asia, dictate the resu ... Read more...
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31st October 2022 09:39
In a recent article, we discussed the policies and regulations in the E-sports industry in China. An emerging and relatively niche market, E-sports has gained in popularity among the younger demographic, generating millions in revenues. In this article, we explore the opportunities and risks in the industry.
E-sports Market In China At A Glance ... Read more...
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27th October 2022 09:12
In recent years, with the continuous improvement of China’s information technology sector and growing emphasis on data protection, the domestic cybersecurity market has rapidly matured. There are many enterprises providing network security products, with different models, fierce market competition, and low concentration.
The evolution of cybers ... Read more...
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26th October 2022 10:39
Malaysia will hold snap elections on November 19 after Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yakob requested the King dissolve Parliament. The country has been rocked with political instability since 2020 after two Prime Ministers and their respective coalitions resigned.
Foreign investors are expected to resort to a wait-and-see approach, ea ... Read more...
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24th October 2022 11:05
Bilateral trade set to grow at US$5.6 billion per annum from 2022-2028 leading to tremendous opportunities for UAE and Indian exporters.
Introduction
Traders Since Antiquity
Trade between the Indian peninsula and the Arabian Gulf has been a dominant feature of the wo ... Read more...
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20th October 2022 09:29
The sustainable fashion movement is taking the fashion and apparel industry by storm, as people around the world are increasingly conscious of the environmental impacts of their consumption habits. The sustainable fashion trend is also beginning to take root in China, driven by young, urban, and increasingly environmentally conscious consumers.
With the rise of f ... Read more...
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10th October 2022 10:29
In 2020, perfume sales in China earned approximately RMB 12.53 billion (US $1.76 million) in revenue, accounting for only 2.5% of the worldwide market. Nonetheless, China’s perfume business had grown by more than 20% year-on-year between 2016 and 2020, and it is likely to rise further as Gen-Z establishes itself a ... Read more...
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23rd September 2022 10:48
The UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) came into force May 1, 2022. It is projected that by 2030, trade with India will add US$9 billion (1.7 percent) to the UAE’s GDP. UAE imports from India are projected to increase to US$7.6 billion (by 1.5 percent) and exports US$14.8 billion (3.8 percent).
The UAE has signed three trade a ... Read more...
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20th September 2022 09:43
China is rapidly emerging as a global power in robotics as the government aspires for the industry to compete with the world’s most innovative economies.
China has already been the world’s largest market for the application of industrial robots for nearly a decade and is a growing power in the production of industrial robots.
... Read more...
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13th September 2022 14:18
Vietnam currently spends 6 percent of its GDP on infrastructure while other countries in the region spend an average 2.3 percent, making Vietnam the leading country in ASEAN for infrastructure investment. However, experts maintain that Vietnam has a gap between its current infrastructure and its aspirations of being a fast-growing economy. Vietnam Briefing highlights key aspects of Vie ... Read more...
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5th September 2022 10:09
China’s livestream industry has witnessed exponential growth in recent years. This medium offers brands a unique opportunity to connect with Chinese consumers in an engaging and interactive manner.
In 2022, the total revenue of China’s e-commerce livestream sector is projected to reach RMB 1.2 trillion (US$180 billion) with total of 660 millio ... Read more...
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1st September 2022 09:49
Hong Kong has signed several double tax avoidance and bilateral investment treaties with countries in the Middle East, helping to facilitate trade and investment and boost cooperation between the two regions. We provide an overview of the current HK investment treaties in place with countries in the Middle East and discuss how they help protect investments and facilitate business exchange.&nbs ... Read more...
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30th August 2022 10:26
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact Chinese tourism, more so because of the country’s zero-Covid policy. New trends have emerged – which has seen a surge in domestic tourism and changing travel preferences among various demographic categories. In this article, we explore how China’s indigenous tourism market is diversifying, successfully catering to the lifestyl ... Read more...
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23rd August 2022 12:12
China’s digital economy has become one of the dominant economic forces after years of exponential development. Given this, China has made the digital economy a critical part of its national development strategy and has developed a detailed roadmap and incentives to shore up the sector. Meanwhile, the country seeks to guide the healthy development of the digital economy sector ... Read more...
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1st August 2022 09:55
The Internet has already demonstrated its profound impact on people’s lives, work, and all aspects of society. With information communication technology (ICT) constantly progressing and innovating, the Internet appears poised to transition into the next era, from the current Web 2.0 landscape to Web 3.0, triggering a new round of information revolution. In this article, we tr ... Read more...
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29th July 2022 10:48
One in seven people in Ireland aspire to start a business in the next three years
Ireland ranks 3rd in Europe for entrepreneurs with ‘high jobs growth’ expectations
Ireland has the third-highest rate for early-stage female entrepreneurs across European countries
The latest Global Entrepreneurship M ... Read more...
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26th July 2022 10:40
India’s pharmaceutical industry is among the leading global producers of cost-effective generic medicines and vaccines, supplying 20% of the total global demand by volume and 62% of the global demand for vaccines. It is expected to play a key role in meeting the global demand for COVID-19 vaccines, especially for low- and middle-income countries.
India ... Read more...
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22nd July 2022 09:19
India has the largest MSME base in the world after China. The sector provides a wide range of services and is engaged in the manufacturing of over 6,000 products – ranging from traditional to hi-tech items. Given the government of India’s push for a self-reliant economy or Atmanirbhar Bharat, the Indian MSME sector is poised for rapid growth and is seeking greater i ... Read more...
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21st July 2022 09:53
China’s pet industry is booming. Long gone are the days when animals mainly served a practical function; today, they have become an integral part of the family – especially for younger people who are increasingly shunning traditional family structures. As demographic and cultural trends continue to shift, China’s pet market shows huge potential for growth, offering a ... Read more...
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18th July 2022 10:18
We provide a comprehensive overview of India’s automotive ecosystem, including the temporal analysis of automotive manufacturing capability, sales pattern of different automobiles segments, and major regional production clusters. We also provide insights into the auto components industry. Lastly, we highlight existing policy support and incentive measures provided to the sect ... Read more...
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13th July 2022 10:21
Foreign investors may have been hesitant to enter China’s green industries in the past due to sops enjoyed by domestic companies, preferential government procurement practices, and inconsistent levels of transparency. Yet, this is changing as top policymakers are opening associated sectors to foreign participants while also rolling back advantages enjoyed by local fi ... Read more...
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5th July 2022 09:58
While the pandemic disrupted traditional business activity across economies worldwide, it highlighted the value and competitive business scope of the digital economy.
In 2020, China’s digital economy maintained a high growth rate of 9.7% to reach RMB 39.2 trillion (about US $6.16 trillion), accounting for 38.6% of GDP. ... Read more...
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4th July 2022 10:36
Following four decades since the end of the Vietnam War, Vietnam’s relationship with the US has changed significantly.
After the Vietnam War in 1975, the US and Vietnam announced normal diplomatic relations on July 11, 1995. This year in July, the US and Vietnam commemorated 25 years of diplomatic relations – with the US congratulating Vietnam ... Read more...
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28th June 2022 10:26
Shanghai is mainland China’s commercial capital and most populous city. Alongside Beijing, Chongqing, and Tianjin, it is one of four municipalities directly controlled by the central government.
With a storied history of foreign economic and cultural exchange, Shanghai is known as mainland China’s most inter ... Read more...
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22nd June 2022 09:54
While North America and Europe remain in the lead as the world’s largest yacht consumers, the Asia-Pacific region has rapidly become one of the fastest-growing yacht markets. The yacht market in Asia has been skyrocketing post-pandemic, with increased purchases and a growing interest in sailing – sparking what industry experts define as a &lsqu ... Read more...
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20th June 2022 10:13
China’s health industry has marched into the digital era, facilitating changes for many hospitals and private entities in the sector. Internet healthcare, featuring online medical consultation, is becoming a new reality for more and more Chinese citizens. The sector’s development has been greatly boosted by the COVID-19 pandemic, receiving close attention from both ... Read more...
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14th June 2022 10:54
After decades of breakneck economic growth, China is making it a priority to develop a green, low-carbon, and circular economy in coming decades. Continuing along the same growth track would have been unsustainable and inefficient – an assessment that is backed by top policymakers. In February 2021, the State Council released a guiding opinion outlining the transition plan fo ... Read more...
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25th May 2022 14:15
By Angela Barkhouse & Jamie Roberts
Recent global political events have put a renewed spotlight on offshore and cross-border held assets. The Russian invasion of Ukraine, and the subsequent raft of international sanctions, have re-highlighted matters pertaining to offshore transparency. ... Read more...
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4th May 2022 09:38
“Metaverse” has become a new buzzword in China, bringing about a host of new and exciting business opportunities. Chinese technology companies have begun testing the water by developing metaverse type apps, trademarking metaverse-related phrases, and investing in the VR/AR segment. In this article, we explore the development of the metaverse in Ch ... Read more...
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7th April 2022 10:40
When the Brexit transition period ended, new barriers for UK-EU trade were introduced.
What was perhaps less discussed and much less expected across the industry has been the requirement to pay duties on goods flows that may have been considered beneficiaries to trade agreements, but, due to the physical route that the goods took whilst transi ... Read more...
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21st March 2022 12:30
Vietnam is the second-largest exporter of coffee after Brazil, accounting for 8.3% of the global coffee share and 16% of the market share in the EU. However, the majority of exports remain in the form of unprocessed beans and little added valuation.
Despite the pandemic, Vietnam’s coffee industry saw over US$3 billion worth in coffee export revenue in 2 ... Read more...
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15th March 2022 11:43
Vietnam Briefing examines the Vietnam-US bilateral relationship, including trade ties, imports, exports, and as foreign policy. We also look at why this relationship is only expected to grow presenting opportunities for US businesses in the Southeast Asian country.
Vietnam and US’ close ties and relationship have further given impetus to strong economic ... Read more...
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9th March 2022 10:04
Foreign investors in China have faced numerous challenges in recent years. From the trade war with the US to unpredictable crackdowns on the tech and education sectors to pandemic-related disruptions, doing business in China presents unique hurdles not found in many other countries.
Yet despite these challenges, China remains an essential market for many internat ... Read more...
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8th March 2022 11:16
India’s commitment to net zero carbon emissions is more resilient than ever and green hydrogen-based fuel is being touted as a way to achieve this. Along with its global counterparts, India aspires to transition to a low-carbon hydrogen-based economy to address concerns around its energy security, climate change, reducing emissions, accelerating decarbonization effor ... Read more...
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7th March 2022 11:41
For manufacturing enterprises (except tobacco manufacturing), starting from January 1, 2021, if the R&D expenses do not form intangible assets and are included in the current profits and losses, on the basis of actual deduction, an additional 100 percent of such R&D expenses could be deducted from the taxable income amount; if the R&D expenses have formed intang ... Read more...
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21st February 2022 11:42
Preparations for RCEP are well underway as China and Hong Kong make strategic acquisitions and investments.
China
Chinese outbound investments into Asia (including Australia) totaled 101 or roughly 40% of Q4 total volume of outbound investments and 48% of total Q4 global outbound. This percentage of volume has remained flat over ... Read more...
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17th February 2022 09:51
On March 15, 2019, China passed the Foreign Investment Law, a new guiding document governing foreign investment in China. Article 34 of the FIL introduced a foreign investment information reporting system. Compared to the previous foreign investment requirements, this system introduces multiple changes including the timing, format, information to be submitted, and reporting method for ... Read more...
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4th February 2022 09:54
Geographic diversity has contributed to the Northeast region’s economic success in recent years. The North is rich in mineral resources (coal, metals, building materials, industrial minerals, etc.), rivers, and lakes, while the South is close to the capital city, ... Read more...
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3rd February 2022 10:20
Data released by China’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in January 2022 showed that the country’s natural population growth rate dropped to the slowest ever recorded increase in 2021. The latest data further raised concerns over the speed of China’s population deceleration and sparked yet more discussion on the impact this will have on China&rsquo ... Read more...
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31st January 2022 11:24
What Is Chinese New Year And When Is It Celebrated In 2022?
Chinese New Year (CNY), also known as the Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, is the most anticipated and celebrated Chinese holiday. But for many businesses, it can be a disruptive time that requires advance planning and strategy.
In 2022, the seven-day CNY falls between ... Read more...
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26th January 2022 09:47
Investment Opportunities In India’s Digital Economy
Expansion of low-cost smartphones in India, coupled with increasing investment in digital technology infrastructure (mobile broadband, fiber-optic cable connections, and power supply expansion) has enabled hundreds of millions of Indians to be connected online.
Government polic ... Read more...
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13th January 2022 09:38
Many of these issues are expected to continue well into 2022, and the government is already oiling the economic gears to help the country weather the next few months of downward pressure and guide development in the right direction.
Below we take a look at what to expect for China’s economy and market access, Covid-19 travel restrictions, further regula ... Read more...
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11th January 2022 09:22
Foreign companies must thoroughly familiarize themselves with India’s business landscape when planning their market entry or relocation strategies. The country is a federal set up, and state governments have authority in key areas of corporate law making, such as tax and labor.
Many states are renowned for incentivizing the inflow of foreign capital and ... Read more...
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4th January 2022 09:34
Bilateral relations between Singapore and the United States stretch back to the 19th century with the US opening a consulate in 1836 when the island nation was still part of Straits Settlements of the British Empire.
Currently, Singapore is the US’ 17th largest trading partner with bilateral trade reaching US $57.8 billion in 2020 & ... Read more...
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30th November 2021 09:01
Singapore is globally renowned as a business-friendly destination that offers a stable socio-political environment, free-market economy, highly efficient infrastructure, and an attractive tax regime.
As such, a primary advantage of Singapore is its ability to act as a centerpiece for the holding and management of regional assets. Holding companies are a ... Read more...
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29th November 2021 09:45
A new report from Bloomberg claims to provide details on a whitelist of Chinese tech suppliers from which enterprises and government bodies in China can choose companies to provide core technology products and services, citing government insiders. The tech whitelist is supposedly being prepared by the Information Technology Application Working Committee (known as the ... Read more...
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16th November 2021 09:51
The evolution of the Indian power sector, a core pillar of infrastructure, has been the key driver of India’s socioeconomic growth. India’s diverse power sector depends on conventional sources like coal, natural gas, and oil to hydro, nuclear energy, wind, solar, and bio-waste etc. The country is both a leader in global energy production and consumption, next only t ... Read more...
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12th November 2021 09:35
Foreign investors, professionals, and retirees will be able to enjoy a number of new incentives in Thailand, as the government seeks to attract high-earning overseas residents to help the country’s COVID-19 recovery.
Thailand’s cabinet passed a resolution on September 14th 2021, introducing immigration, tax, and land ownership incentives aimed ... Read more...
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3rd November 2021 10:26
Vietnam is stepping up its vaccination efforts and loosening COVID-19 restrictions after months of tough measures. A positive outlook is foreseen with Vietnam’s exports likely to increase by 10.7% at the end of 2021 and economic growth momentum strengthening further to 6.8% year on year in 2022. However, the easing of restrictions poses challenges to the wor ... Read more...
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26th October 2021 10:19
The PLI Scheme for Telecom and Networking Products Manufacturing in India was announced earlier in the year. Launched by the Department of Telecommunications with a total outlay of US $1.6 billion, the PLI Scheme beneficiaries have been finalized.
India’s telecommunication sector is the latest to announce beneficiaries to its production-linked incentive ... Read more...
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25th October 2021 09:45
On October 12, 2021, the Communist Party Central Committee and the State Council issued the Guidelines on Promoting the High-Quality Development of Modern Vocational Education (hereafter “Guidelines”). The document sets clear goals, including that by 2025, the enrollment of vocational colleges should be no less than 10 percent of the total ... Read more...
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20th October 2021 09:17
Anyone conducting business in China should have a clear understanding of the situation on the ground of their business partners, including but not limited to motivations and capabilities, as well as competitive position and financial and legal standing. While professional consultants can help to assess a business partner objectively, the degree of cooperation from a business partner is ... Read more...
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19th October 2021 09:49
On October 1, authorities in Ho Chi Minh City, the commercial hub of the country, eased curbs and lifted social distancing measures allowing several business activities including, offices, industrial parks, and factories to resume, albeit with capacity restrictions. This was the first time after 90 plus days of social distancing including a ‘shelter-in-place&rsqu ... Read more...
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13th October 2021 09:16
India’s annual automobile manufacturing capacity in the financial year (FY) 2021 stood at 22.65 million vehicles, including passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, three wheelers, two wheelers, and quadricycles, of which 4.13 million accounted for exports.
Industry estimates project the market size of the Indian automobile sector to reach US $300 billi ... Read more...
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12th October 2021 15:31
China’s stock markets are some of the largest in the world, with total market capitalization reaching RMB 79 trillion (US$12.2 trillion) in 2020. China’s stock markets are seen as a crucial tool for driving economic growth, in particular for financing the country’s rapidly growing high-tech sectors.
Although traditionally closed off ... Read more...
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5th October 2021 09:17
Since India opened its markets starting 1990/91, there has been an exponential rise in the country’s foreign trade exposure – exports have increased more than 16 times and imports more than 19 times. In FY 2020/21, India’s imports and exports stood at US $394.43 billion and US $291.80 billion, respectively.
While the global trade slu ... Read more...
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30th September 2021 10:54
During the last decade, Vietnam has been experiencing rapid economic and population growth, making the country an attractive investment destination for foreign investors in the public healthcare sector. The Vietnamese healthcare industry is one of the country’s development priorities, having received an increasing level of financial support and incentives fo ... Read more...
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23rd September 2021 09:47
India’s biotechnology industry has been steadily expanding in the last five decades with several segments. The COVID-19 pandemic and changes due to R&D investment has allowed the biotech industry to build upon its traditional strengths in vaccine manufacturing, agriculture science, and clinical research as well create urgent capacity for industrial applications and bi ... Read more...
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17th September 2021 10:19
Cryptocurrency in India may attract tax liability, but the rules are still unclear as the Reserve Bank of India has not yet granted this asset class the status of a legal tender. However, in March 2020, the Indian Supreme Court permitted banks to handle cryptocurrency transactions from traders and exchanges.
India’s economic intelligence and law enforce ... Read more...
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13th September 2021 09:31
In a speech given online for the opening of the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) on September 2, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced the creation of a new stock exchange in Beijing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The new board will focus on innovation-oriented companies as a way of boosting strategic emerging and high-tech industries, a ... Read more...
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10th September 2021 09:04
Importing and exporting products can be a challenge for businesses in Vietnam. Vietnam Briefing outlines a general step-by-step guide for import and export procedures in Vietnam. We also look at registration, license permit requirements, customs procedures, and duties applied.
Once among the smallest economies in Southeast Asia, Vietnam has now emerged as one of ... Read more...
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9th September 2021 09:34
Da Nang has emerged as an attractive investment destination for domestic and international investors, following only the capital Hanoi and commercial hub Ho Chi Minh City.
Da Nang is one of the five largest cities in Vietnam and serves as a gateway to the Central Region, which is rapidly industrializing. The city has undergone significa ... Read more...
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8th September 2021 09:35
We take a look at India’s connectivity infrastructure, including the status of proposed projects and how they link to an overall vision for the country’s logistics sector and economic development.
One of the crucial components that drive and sustain economic growth in a country is its infrastructure, which is critical for achieving manufacturi ... Read more...
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27th August 2021 10:29
Media attention on China is always intense but can reach such deafening proportions that it drowns out those in the know, that is, the real China hands who are on the ground. When China is over-analyzed, often with a political point to make, it can interfere with the true picture of what is really going on – and for businesses – the correct investment decision to ma ... Read more...
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26th August 2021 09:42
Vietnam has emerged as an important investment destination for foreign investors. With a strong GDP and ideal investment conditions, choosing the right location for your operations is an important factor when planning a relocation.
Vietnam can be divided into four key economic regions (KERs): Northern, Central, Southern, and Mekong Delta regions. These f ... Read more...
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25th August 2021 09:18
Businesses planning to set up a trading company, or start importing or exporting from India, must understand the stages and stakeholders involved in the process, as well as the regulatory framework and documentation required.
In India, the imports and exports are regulated by the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992, which empowe ... Read more...
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23rd August 2021 09:27
The US was Vietnam’s largest export market in the first four months of the year with a value of US $30.3 billion, up 50% year-on-year with China coming in at second, followed by the EU according to Vietnam’s General Statistics Office (GSO).
We examine the five most sustainable trade industries, suited for high-growth export a ... Read more...
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18th August 2021 09:29
The electric vehicle market in Vietnam has not garnered as much attention compared to other countries in the region and globally, but this doesn’t mean that opportunities are not there. Electric vehicles are an irreversible trend and will be the future as governments move towards clean energy and consider the environment. This means that investors that are interested can set ... Read more...
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5th August 2021 09:37
Thailand and the European Union have agreed to resume negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA), seven years after talks collapsed in 2014, following the military coup in Thailand.
If the two sides complete a deal, it would mark the EU’s third FTA with an ASEAN member state, following agreements with Singapore and Vietnam.& ... Read more...
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4th August 2021 09:42
Over the last decade and a half, India has made significant strides in improving its business ecosystem. Major infrastructure projects have been launched to ensure greater connectivity between states, establish regional industrial ecosystems, and logistics hubs.
Besides these developments, a key focus of the federal government since 2014 has been making improveme ... Read more...
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30th July 2021 09:44
China released data from its once a decade census on May 10, 2021, offering new insights on the country’s demographic trends.
The census, which was the first since 2010, showed that China’s population is growing at a slower pace than before, aging quickly, and becoming increasingly well-educated. Moreover, internal migratory trends reveal regi ... Read more...
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29th July 2021 09:19
The Philippines have issued Revenue Regulation No. 9-2021, which introduces a 12 percent value-added tax (VAT) rate on certain sales transactions that were previously taxed at zero percent. The new regulation came into effect on June 27, 2021.
Why Has The Philippines Announced The New VAT Charge?
Transactions covered under RR No. ... Read more...
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22nd July 2021 09:28
Vietnam is experiencing continued and unprecedented growth relative to other low-cost countries. Foreign investors are increasingly choosing Vietnam as a China plus one destination to combat rising costs in China and other unpredictable scenarios, such as trade shocks.
This strategy has acquired new value amid the US-China trade war& ... Read more...
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8th July 2021 10:24
Foshan is a prefecture-level city in the southern province of Guangdong and the third largest city in the Pearl River Delta Economic Zone (PRD). Located only 25 km away from the megacity of Guangzhou to its northeast, Foshan has long been a magnet for foreign investors seeking to tap into the region’s thriving economy.
Traditionally a powerhouse for man ... Read more...
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6th July 2021 09:18
This year brought Vietnam’s rapid, strong economic growth to a screeching halt due to COVID-19 – disrupting trade, supply chains, consumer demand, and travel among others.
The pandemic hit Vietnam’s economy hard where GDP fell to 3.8 percent in the first quarter of 2020 as compared to 6.8 percent in the same period ... Read more...
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23rd June 2021 10:16
The recent Suez Canal blockage, which cost the global economy a hefty damage amounting to US$9 billion, has amplified the optimistic outlook towards the International North South Transport Corridor (INSTC) as a cheaper and faster alternative multimodal transit corridor.
The INSTC connects India with Central Asia, Russia, and has the potential to expand up to Balt ... Read more...
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23rd June 2021 10:08
Vietnam’s government introduced a draft decree amending Decree No. 52/2013/ND-CP (Decree 52) regulating e-commerce platforms and activities. This will cover local as well as foreign businesses that conduct e-commerce activities in Vietnam.
While still in the draft stage, Dezan Shira & Associates’ Bus ... Read more...
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22nd June 2021 11:13
China’s exports continued to grow in 2020, despite the unprecedented disruption to the global economy caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
In 2020, China’s exports increased by 3.6 percent for a total of US$2.59 trillion, making it responsible for about 15 percent of global exports. The previous year, in 2019, China’s e ... Read more...
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8th June 2021 09:23
ASEAN countries have been forced to accelerate their digital transformations because of the pandemic, with sectors such as e-commerce seeing a surge in users and transactions.
Having a combined population of 655 million people, of which 400 million are internet users, ASEAN’s e-commerce sector presents ample and scalable oppor ... Read more...
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7th June 2021 09:18
The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is a national initiative aimed at building a world-class city cluster in Southern China. As highlighted by the Chinese government’s 13th Five-Year-Plan, it is a key driver of the country’s technology ambitions, market opening reforms, and facilitator of the Belt and Road initiative.
The region com ... Read more...
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1st June 2021 09:24
On May 19, 2021, the Senate of the Philippines approved amendments to the Retail Trade Liberalization Act (RTLA), or Senate Bill (SB) 1840. The minimum paid-up capital requirements for foreign retail enterprises have been reduced from US$2.5 million to US$1 million.
To protect micro and small enterprises — who represent 96 percent of registered businesses in th ... Read more...
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26th May 2021 09:20
The RCEP agreement creates a free trade arrangement between ASEAN and Asia-Pacific nations, providing new trading opportunities through tariff reduction, new rules of origin, and trade-facilitation measures.
In November 2020, after eight years of negotiation, the ... Read more...
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25th May 2021 09:46
China’s census 2021 data reveal anticipated trends, such as slowing population growth, but also offer clear insights for foreign investors interested in the Chinese market.
China’s demographic profile is distinct from any other country due to its historically rapid economic development and unique population management strategies.
&l ... Read more...
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24th May 2021 09:36
The Economic Development Board (EDB) of Singapore — a government agency tasked with executing strategies to create value for investors in Singapore — has launched a pilot program, named the Corporate Venture Launchpad (CV Launchpad), to support large and established companies to venture into new areas of growth beyond their core business. EDB has allocated S$1 ... Read more...
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27th April 2021 09:50
Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (“Xinjiang” for short) is the largest province-level administrative region in northwest China, covering an area of one-sixth of the country’s land. It is also the Chinese province with the longest land border of more than 5,600 kilometers – a quarter of the country’s entire land border.
... Read more...
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20th April 2021 12:58
Malaysia is home to five investment corridors (a type of special economic zone). These offer distinct investment roadmaps whose development is overseen by their individual governing bodies.
The concept of investment corridors was first mooted in the Ninth Malaysia Plan (2006–2010), and launched in 2006, due to growing concerns during the 1990s that urba ... Read more...
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20th April 2021 12:47
Welcome to this week’s issue of China Briefing’s Belt & Road Initiative Weekly Investor Intelligence round up.
In this week’s edition, we examine in some detail the complexities of the Afghanistan peace process and the scheduled withdrawal of the United States military from the country in just 18 days’ time. It is a ... Read more...
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16th April 2021 09:51
Heavily trade-dependent, Thailand exports over US$250 billion worth of goods and services annually. Foreign companies must understand trademark protections in the country if it is a key sourcing destination as the safeguard of designs and other intellectual properties are directly related to the maintenance of profits and brand value.
Trademarks, ce ... Read more...
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14th April 2021 09:30
One country’s loss is another’s gain. The Myanmar’s military took over the country in a coup sending shockwaves throughout the region. The move undermined Myanmar’s progress and economic reforms since 2011 when it first held parliamentary elections. Recent media reports have stated that the military coup in Myanmar has forced investors to re-thin ... Read more...
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7th April 2021 11:29
Once a company makes a profit and is able to meet the basic requirements for remittance, there will still be challenges with respect to ensuring that the remittance process goes smoothly.
Whether it be a decision over the method of repatriation or when to take profits, the ways in which investors choose to approach the remittance process can have a significant im ... Read more...
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31st March 2021 09:50
The Vietnamese government recently issued Decree 01/2021/ND-CP (Decree 1) on new regulations and changes regarding enterprise registration and notificatio ... Read more...
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26th March 2021 11:45
As China navigates a faster than expected rebound from the initial economic shock due to the pandemic, it becomes important to understand how developments are transpiring on the ground. China’s economy is projected to expand by 7.9 percent in 2021 after showing two percent growth last year, and despite the numbers, the country is an outlier in the world.
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26th March 2021 10:15
To attract high-quality enterprises and talents, Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP) has introduced a slew of unique incentives and favorable policies.
Enterprises engaging in the manufacturing industry and in the ‘three emerging industries’ – biomedicine, nanotechnology, and artificial inte ... Read more...
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Written bySofia Baruzzi, Posted:
8th March 2021 11:00
On January 15, 2021, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (“MIIT”) issued the draft version of the Regulations on Rare Earth Management to gather public opinions until February 15, 2021.
Through this upcoming regulation, China intends to protect its national interests and industrial security as well as prevent ... Read more...
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Posted byChina Briefing, Posted:
3rd March 2021 09:17
The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, titled “Investing in China’s Greater Bay Area” is out now and available as a complimentary download on the ... Read more...
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23rd February 2021 11:55
On February 7, 2021, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (“SAMR”) promulgated the Antitrust Guidelines for the Platform Economy (“Guidelines”) with immediate effect.
The final version of the Guidelines does not substantially differ from the initial draft unveiled by the SAMR at the ... Read more...
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Written by Guilherme Campos, Posted:
11th February 2021 11:42
After a year of worldwide economic devastation, with countries like the US and all members of the EU facing worrying recessions (at times in double digits), one country emerges from this fray: not unscathed, but showing signs of growth.
This is of course the People’s Republic of China and more specifically, the city of Shenzhen, which in these trying ti ... Read more...
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Written by Atharva Deshmukh, Posted:
9th February 2021 10:35
Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) has estimated that in 2020 average disbursement rates for public investment exceeded 90 percent. This compares to 67 percent in 2019 and 66 percent in 2018. The 2020 ... Read more...
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Written bySofia Baruzzi, Posted:
25th January 2021 10:57
Germany and China established diplomatic relations almost 50 years ago and, since then, have become partners, both economically and politically. China was Germany’s most important trading partner in 2019 for the fourth consecutive year, with a volume of trade worth €206 billion (about US$249.5 billion).
In the second quarter of 2020, China surp ... Read more...
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12th January 2021 09:16
Tamil Nadu is a top investment destination in India for foreign investors due to the state’s advanced infrastructure and network capacity as well as locational advantages that cater to its well-established manufacturing ecosystem and facilitate exports.
The state of Tamil Nadu is located in the southernmost part of India and is bordered by prominent ind ... Read more...
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Written by Atharva Deshmukh, Posted:
5th January 2021 12:25
Vietnam’s Dong Thap province’s improving business-friendly environment supported by strong economic growth, good governance, well laid out infrastructure, and clear policies have made it a magnet for businesses and investors.
In 2020, Dong Thap’s regional GDP grew to US$ 3.7 billion with an annual average GDP growth of 6.4 percent ov ... Read more...
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Written by: Ayman Falak Medina, ASEAN Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
16th December 2020 09:41
Indonesia is the 15th largest economy in the world based on purchasing power parity (PPP) and the fourth largest in East Asia – after China, Japan, and South Korea. By 2030, Indonesia’s robust economic development is expected to transform the country into the world’s seventh-largest economy.
Indonesia’s gover ... Read more...
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Written by Zoey Zhang, China Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
4th December 2020 09:30
In May this year, when China just caught its breath from the COVID-19 outbreak and Western countries began to flounder, Chinese president Xi Jinping proposed a new economic model – the “dual circulation strategy” (DCS) at a Politburo meeting.
Though the DCS would come to be more frequently invoked by the Chinese leade ... Read more...
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Written by: Ayman Falak Medina, ASEAN Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
11th November 2020 10:17
As businesses begin to plan their investment budgets for 2021, Indonesia presents a huge opportunity for foreign investors given its status as the largest economy in ASEAN, a young workforce, and a rapidly expanding middle-class.
Since overcoming the Asian financial crisis in 1998, Indonesia has developed into a vibrant economy, able to consistently maintai ... Read more...
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Written by Sofia Baruzzi, China Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
24th September 2020 09:35
On August 28, 2020, the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China (MOFCOM) and the Ministry of Science and Technology jointly issued the Announcement No. 38 (2020) (“Announcement”) amending the Catalogue of Technologies Prohibited or Restricted from Export (“Catalogue”).
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An interview with Nasser Elaheebocus (Business Pulse Advisory & Investment Group), Posted:
7th September 2020 12:21
For Nasser Elaheebocus, founder and owner of Business Pulse Advisory & Investment Group, the potential that great business mentorship has to create successful leaders cannot be understated. Nasser’s personal background in business and many years of cooperation with companies of all types, sizes and specialities has allowed him to develop solutions covering the entire spectrum of ... Read more...
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Written by: India Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
19th August 2020 10:12
Why India investors should take a serious look at Andhra Pradesh’s new industrial development policy.
The south eastern coastal Indian state of Andhra Pradesh rolled out its new ‘Industrial Development Policy 2020-23’ on August 10, which focuses on a sustainable model of growth, ... Read more...
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Written By Trinh Nguyen, Vietnam Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
23rd July 2020 09:20
Surrounded by major economic hubs, ports, national highways, and an international border, Bac Giang province in northeastern Vietnam is situated at the crossroads of major trade routes. It is located adjacent to the key economic triangle Hanoi& ... Read more...
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Written By Trinh Nguyen, Vietnam Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
21st July 2020 09:17
On June 29, the Prime Minister issued Decision No. 908/QD-TTg, approving a new list of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) that should be equitized by the end of 2020. The list comprises of 124 SOEs, includes four enterprises with divestment deadlines of November 30, 2020.
Decision overview
Among 124 SOEs li ... Read more...
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24th June 2020 09:46
Cleantech Solar, one of the largest commercial and industrial (C&I) focused solar PV developers in Asia, has secured a US$75 million green loan from ING Bank N.V., Singapore Branch (ING). ING was the sole Mandated Lead Arranger and Green Structuring Advisor. This is the largest green loan in Asia Pacific to date in the commercial and industrial renewables sector.
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Written by: Dorcas Wong, ASEAN Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
4th June 2020 14:51
Thailand has long been a key gateway into economic powerhouses, such as China and India, as well as fast-growing countries in the Indochina and Greater Mekong subregion.
Owing to its strategic location and well-connected road transport networks, Thailand is a key and strategic trading hub in Southeast Asia.
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13th April 2020 12:13
To say that Covid-19 presents challenges for investors would be an understatement. The current climate is a difficult one to navigate, but it is possible for those who are prepared. Here are three tips to help you make the right investment decisions while we weather this storm.
Don’t Panic
As an invest ... Read more...
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7th November 2019 07:41
Atos, a global leader in digital transformation, today announced a multi-year contract with Triple Five Group to serve as a key technology provider and build and manage a smart IT experience using Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions for American Dream, a three million-square foot entertainment and retail complex in East Rutherford, NJ.
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Written by: Ayman Falak Medina, ASEAN Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
1st October 2019 09:00
On September 6, 2019, Thailand introduced a stimulus package called “Thailand Plus” that contains a wide variety of measures to attract foreign investment.
Thailand Plus covers seven key points, including the introduction of new tax incentives and deductions as well as reforms and initiatives designed to improve the ease of doing busines ... Read more...
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29th August 2019 11:16
Businesses must pick their office locations with care and consider where the majority of employees live. U.S. employees would rather have a short commute than work at an office located near restaurants, coffee shops, retailers, or other amenities, according to a ... Read more...
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27th August 2019 10:00
Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Netflix, Inc. ("Netflix" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ... Read more...
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22nd August 2019 12:02
Governments across Asia-Pacific are investing heavily in biometrics for national identification projects such as national ID cards and ePassports. This use of biometrics by the public sector, and the installation of facial recognition technology and cameras for surveillance are expected to play a huge role ... Read more...
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19th August 2019 10:40
The Institute of Financial Services Zug IFZ, part of Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, and the Asset Management Platform Switzerland have produced the second edition of the IFZ/AMP Asset Management Study providing a comprehensive overview on asset management in Switzerland. It shows that the sector has assets under management totalling ... Read more...
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15th August 2019 10:41
Employers around the world are losing an aggregate of $300 billionannually in medical and productivity costs due to increasing incidences of employees suffering major illnesses. To tackle this global challenge, companies are collaborating with progressive employee health management information technology (EHM IT) solution providers to deploy state-of-the-art wellness programs that ensure ... Read more...
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by: Pritesh Samuel, Vietnam Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
2nd July 2019 14:58
Navigating Asia’s geopolitical landscape in the current context can be difficult for most foreign businesses. This is more so when moving business activity out of China.
Vietnam features high on the radar for foreign businesses scaling up or choosing alternate sites outside China due to its success in creating an adaptable production base &nda ... Read more...
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by: Pritesh Samuel, Vietnam Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
11th June 2019 14:32
Fueled by continuous growth, Vietnam continues to attract record foreign direct investment (FDI). The latest data from the Foreign Investment Agency (FIA) shows that FDI in Vietnam in the first five months of the year reached a four year high of US$16.74 billion.
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By: Piet Flintrop, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
20th May 2019 14:25
The ten-member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have seen a steady inflow of German investment in recent years. Current trends are expected to continue in the coming years. We looked at German investment in Brunei and Cambodia in the fi ... Read more...
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by: Joseph Percy, Asia Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
13th May 2019 09:44
Investment screening in the EU has been strengthened through new policy directives that encourage greater scrutiny of investments in sectors considered sensitive.
China Briefing breaks down the screening process and assesses its possible impact on Chinese outbound FDI.
Responding to increased levels of foreign investment in sensitive sectors, ... Read more...
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By Piet Flintrop, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
2nd May 2019 09:21
Myanmar’s economy is expected to register a 6.9 percent growth in 2019, following a previous slow down due to political reasons. The country borders the two most populated countries in the world – China and India – its membership in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) economic bloc makes it an increasingly interesting investment destination, ... Read more...
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26th April 2019 09:44
Middle Eastern economies tend to be thought of first and foremost in terms of oil, but with concerns growing about the impact of the fossil fuel industry, this isn’t something that everybody feels comfortable – or secure – putting money into. If you’re among those people, then you may have overlooked the region as a result – and seriously missed ou ... Read more...
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By Camille Thommes, Posted:
9th April 2019 08:38
The case for sustainable investing can be argued from different angles. There is of course an ethics argument. Striving to treat planet earth responsibly, our fellow inhabitants with dignity, and the rules of fair business with respect – in other words, taking ESG factors into account – is for many simply a question of following their moral compass. Despite its establishment in ... Read more...
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1st March 2019 07:58
When you're starting out in business, there are quite a few things you should invest in to ensure that your business is not only a success but protected as well. From different currencies to pest control and from cybersecurity services to marketing, there are many ways to take proactive steps to grow your company.
Currencies ... Read more...
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Written by: Rohit Kapur, Asia Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
12th February 2019 09:11
Conventionally, 2019 being an election year in India, the Modi government was expected to present an interim budget, which, essentially is a vote on account, whereby the parliament sanctions funds for the government to function in an uninterrupted manner till the new government is voted in and takes charge. The new government then, based on its stated election manifesto and the availab ... Read more...
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by: Melissa Cyrill, Asia Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
14th January 2019 16:31
Made in China 2025 seeks to engineer a shift for China from being a low-end manufacturer to becoming a high-end producer of goods. The goal is to tap into China’s increasingly wealthy home consumer base as well as the value-added global sourcing segment.
This has required transitioning the country’s existing manufacturing infrastructure ... Read more...
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2nd January 2019 12:21
The climate and geographical location of Southeast Asia is ideal for coffee cultivation. Moreover, the region’s coffee culture and expertise in coffee production has contributed to the emergence of a thriving coffee industry in ASEAN.
Some Southeast Asian countries have become coffee exporting giants such as Vietnam, Indonesia and Laos. Thailand a ... Read more...
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By Gretchen Perkins, Posted:
12th November 2018 08:58
As we make our way through 2018, it’s a good time to reflect on where we’ve been. Your business or operating division survived the worst global recession since the 1930s. With corporate profits near all-time highs your company is making money and things are going well. But, did your recent hard work and profit performance convert to enough accessible, long-term wealth creation ... Read more...
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By Yousef S. Khalilieh & Arwa T. Al Azzeh, Posted:
9th October 2018 08:44
Before the acquirer enters into a contractual commitment to buy any assets and/or shares of a target company, the acquirer needs to have an insight into what it is planning to buy and what actual, potential and contingent liabilities it is assuming. Reasonable verifications and precautions should be taken to identify target company’s legal, commercial and financial status, the target com ... Read more...
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By: Vasundhara Rastogi, ASEAN Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
8th October 2018 10:20
Terminations come with inherent risks of employees filing lawsuits against employers, and can be expensive. As each country in ASEAN has its own employment law, it is important for multinational companies that operate within the region to ensure that their contracts are in line with the local requirements in each jurisdiction. In this article, we provide a brief overview of statutory regimes in th ... Read more...
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By: Alexander Chipman Koty, China Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
26th September 2018 08:34
On September 13, South China’s Guangdong province announced a series of investment incentives and cost-cutting measures to offset the impact of the worsening ... Read more...
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By Andrew J. Sherman, Posted:
24th September 2018 12:35
Just as the overwhelming popularity of franchising has captured the excitement of United States economy over the past 40 years, it has also attracted genuine attention in the overseas markets over the past 25 years and is likely to be a major trend in the future for harvesting and monetising a growing company’s intangible assets.
Avoidin ... Read more...
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By: ASEAN Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
14th September 2018 09:16
In the sixth Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) ministerial meeting held in Singapore, the negotiations for the conclusion of the proposed RCEP reached a critical stage; the top leaders from the 16-member coalition came together and pledged to endorse a package of outcomes by year-end.
Concluded on August 31, 2018, the two-day Singapore Ministerial meetin ... Read more...
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28th August 2018 11:52
Buying, selling, and investing in property has become easier and more accessible. The technology assisting real estate agents and investors to conduct business are smartphones and tablets. Using modern technology in both the residential and commercial real estate industry is helping to grow this trillion dollar industry.
Mobile technology is the largest purveyor for the ... Read more...
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By: Rohini Singh, India Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
20th August 2018 08:57
The workplace, as we know it, is changing.
In organizations across the world, the pace of digital transformation is impacting matters linked with workforce optimization, talent transformation, up-skilling and re-skilling, training, and resource development.
These concerns lie at the heart of ... Read more...
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By: I-Ting Shelly Lin, China Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
10th August 2018 08:49
In China, lower-tier cities are challenging the dominance of first-tier cities like Beijing and Shanghai for attracting foreign investment.
In recent years, the increasing cost of labor, housing, and land in first-tier cities has led many Fortune 500 companies — especially those in the computer, software, information technology, and e-commerce sectors &mdas ... Read more...
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By: Koushan Das, Vietnam Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
8th August 2018 09:05
According to the new Law on Technology Transfer dated 19 June 2017 and Decree No. 76/2018/ND-CP which was issued on 15 May 2018, registration of technology transfer has been made mandatory from July 1, 2018, in Vietnam. Earlier, registration was only mandatory for technology transfers which were restricted.
Types of technology transfers ... Read more...
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By: Shirley Chu, China Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
19th July 2018 08:46
Tax professionals at multinational companies (MNCs) often review their related party transactions at the end of the fiscal year. This helps them see whether the related party transactions within the group are in line with the arm’s length principle, and whether they meet the transfer pricing regulations where they operate.
When deviations are found in the revie ... Read more...
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By Marcel A.G. Reurs, Posted:
13th July 2018 08:55
What is a ‘posted worker’?
A ‘posted worker’ is sent by his employer to temporarily work in another country than where he normally works to carry out a contracted service (‘service provision’), work for an undertaking, belonging to the same group of undertakings as his empl ... Read more...
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By: Rohini Singh, India Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates , Posted:
11th July 2018 08:21
The love for sport in India is moving beyond the game of cricket towards a wide variety of sports, resulting in the growth of viewership, participation, and sports-related industries.
It has opened up new business opportu ... Read more...
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By Manuel Santos Vítor & Ana Oliveira Rocha, Posted:
21st June 2018 08:58
I – The Past
Renewable energy sources have assumed a key role in the Portuguese energy mix for the last decade, i.e., since the first steps of the undergoing liberalisation of the Portuguese electricity market. Within the European Union context – as implemented at national level – renewable energy gener ... Read more...
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20th June 2018 10:15
Singapore and India have successfully concluded the much awaited second review of their preferential trade pact – the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA).
Enhancements to the CECA w ... Read more...
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By Mark Preen, China Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
18th June 2018 08:36
Shanghai is usually considered China’s most international and economically significant city. In 2017, it had a gross domestic product (GDP) of RMB 3.01 trillion (US$475 billion) – the highest of all cities in China. The Yangtze River Delta, which centers around Shanghai, is an important international gateway and one of the major engines of China’s economy. ... Read more...
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By Koushan Das, Vietnam Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
14th June 2018 08:20
Vietnam currently has around 3,000 startups involved in sectors such as fintech, food tech, healthcare, and e-commerce. In 2017, 92 startups received investments worth US$ 291 million, 42 percent higher compared to 2016, while the number of startups increased by 45 percent. The industry still lags in terms of funding and scale when compared to startups in Southeast Asia, but there is h ... Read more...
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By Dorcas Wong, China Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
8th June 2018 08:11
Australian Trade Minister Steve Ciobo visited China recently, and reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to strengthen the trade partnership between the two countries.
The trip marked the first visit of the year from any high-level Australian minister, and the first visit from Ciobo since Sino-Australian diplomatic relations deteriorated. The Australia ... Read more...
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7th June 2018 09:18
Scheidemantle Law Group’s attorneys have joined Lathrop Gage LLP, the two firms announced today. The combination continues the expansion of Lathrop Gage’s Insurance Recovery and ... Read more...
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By Oliver Gonsalves, India Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
29th May 2018 08:21
The yet-to-be inaugurated Eastern Peripheral Expressway (EPE) is among a string of high profile highway projects that will increase the efficiency of road mobility in India.
The six lane, 135 km (84 mi) long expressway will allow vehicles not destined for ... Read more...
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By I-Ting Shelly Lin, China Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
25th May 2018 08:46
China has been the world’s largest industrial robot market for four consecutive years. In 2016, China had a total sales volume of almost 90,000 units – a 27 percent increase compared to 2015 and representing 30 percent of the global market.
According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), China has had the most industrial rob ... Read more...
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By India Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
8th May 2018 09:45
The Indian state of Maharashtra has notified the rules for implementing its Shops and Establishment Act of 2017.
Notified on March 23, the Maharashtra Shops and Establishmen ... Read more...
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By Rohini Singh, India Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
23rd April 2018 08:51
South Asia is currently witnessing a rapid growth spurt, with a resurgence in investor interest despite the occasional geopolitical foible. India and Vietnam hold key pos ... Read more...
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By Vasundhara Rastogi, ASEAN Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
18th April 2018 08:15
In 2017, the value of Thailand’s border trade with Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Malaysia, combined with goods re-exported to Vietnam, totaled 1.3 trillion Baht. This year, the Ministry of Commerce expects the number to grow further by 10 to 14 percent. Likely to benefit further in the light of these strong trends are businesses that choose to locate in the 10 Special Economic ... Read more...
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By Bradley Dunseith, India Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
16th April 2018 08:40
On February 18, 2018, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau arrived in India on his first official visit to the country since taking office in 2015. Canadian media made much of the fact that Trudeau was not personally greeted by Indian PM Narendra Modi – as Benjamin Netanyahu was a month earlier.
However, the alleged lack of royal treatment would be the least ... Read more...
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By Bradley Dunseith, India Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
26th March 2018 08:45
French President Emmanuel Macron landed in Delhi late last Friday – to a warm reception by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The move is a marked departure from the recent Canadian official visit, almost a statement of India’s strong ties with F ... Read more...
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By Koushan Das, Vietnam Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
23rd March 2018 09:51
On March 8, 11 countries signed the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership or CPTPP in Chile. The agreement represents 13.5 percent of the global economy, a total of US$10 trillion dollars and 15 percent of the global trade revenue, equal to US$5 trillion.
Members include Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, ... Read more...
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By: Vasundhara Rastogi, ASEAN Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
21st March 2018 08:42
Landlocked by Myanmar, Cambodia, China, Thailand, and Vietnam, Laos is among the poorest economies of the world. Yet, in terms of gross domestic product (GDP), the economy continues to soar. Over the last decade, Laos has sustained an average growth rate of 7.8 percent, relatively higher than its neighboring countries.
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By: Vasundhara Rastogi, ASEAN Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
19th March 2018 08:39
Last month, Thailand approved the much-awaited law for the development of its US$45 billion Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) – rolling out a series of measures to spur foreign investments in the Thai economy.
The new law provides for over a hundred regulations – amended or suspended – to sweeten business incentives and revoke legal restrictio ... Read more...
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By Koushan Das, Vietnam Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
8th March 2018 08:45
Industrial zones (IZs) and Export processing zones (EPZs) in Vietnam have played an important role in attracting foreign investments and the development of the local economy. Firms investing in these zones have enjoyed preferential governmental policies in terms of tax and land rent incentives. But now some IZs and EPZs are lagging behind in attracting investors due to intense competition amongst ... Read more...
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2nd March 2018 08:43
In the first part of this two-part article, we discussed France’s investments in Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam. Reiterating the continued importance of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as a FDI destination for European invest ... Read more...
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By Mr. Frank Eradus LLM, Posted:
20th February 2018 08:30
Annually, many tens of millions (around 10% of sales) are lost in the realisation of Dutch infrastructure and construction projects. The main causes are often poor communication and insufficient information. This leads to ambiguities in functional specifications, costly design errors or building faults with delays and (mutual) failure costs as a result.
Clients and contr ... Read more...
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By Vasundhara Rastogi, ASEAN Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
14th February 2018 08:29
Myanmar is among the fastest growing economies in Southeast Asia with significant market potential for the growth and expansion of foreign companies. Some of the strategic advantages that the economy offers include its large youthful population and workforce, its low-cost base, natural resources, and its strategic location between two of the largest economies in the world – India, and Ch ... Read more...
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By Koushan Das, Vietnam Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
13th February 2018 08:42
In the last few years, Dong Nai province, in the center of the Southern Key Economic zone, has seen a growing interest from foreign investors. With a gross regional domestic product (GRDP) of eight percent, high per capita income, and growi ... Read more...
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By Vasundhara Rastogi, ASEAN Briefing, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
8th February 2018 09:41
Foreign entrepreneurs investing in new businesses, and highly skilled professionals or executives can now apply for a new 4-year ‘Smart Visa’ to live and work in Thailand. The application for the smart visa will begin from February 1, 2018. However, individuals interested in applying must note that the visa application is only open to foreigners working or investing in the ten ... Read more...
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1st February 2018 09:14
Most renewable facilities will have to conclude a power purchase agreement (“PPA”) as an ‘aggregation agreement’. Given the risks inherent in the new French support system for renewable projects, both the content of the aggregation agreement and the choice of the aggregator are crucial aspects in securing these projects.
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
25th January 2018 08:48
Guangdong province, China’s manufacturing heartland, has announced new measures to attract foreign investment.
On December 1, the Guangdong provincial government issued a report delineating 10 policies to expand the province’s openness to foreign investors and foreign capital.
The measures are in support of the State Council ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
17th January 2018 08:26
In the last few years, Dong Nai province, in the center of the Southern Key Economic zone, has seen a growing interest from foreign investors. With a gross regional domestic product (GRDP) of eight percent, high per capita income, and growing trade ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
12th January 2018 08:12
Singapore is consistently ranked as one of the easiest places to do business. It is one of the world’s top business destinations, characterized by a stable economy, easy regulations, and corruption-free environment. A leading business and financial center, Singapore is also geographically well placed, offering overseas investors a central location and easy access to the Asian market. ... Read more...
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By Brett Hickey, CEO, Star Mountain Capital, Posted:
9th January 2018 08:43
There have been many consequences of the collapse in global interest rates since the financial crisis, but few are as compelling – or will be as permanent – as the influx of investor capital into privately-held businesses in the U.S., often referred to as “private credit” or “direct lending”. As the amount of leverage has increased, makin ... Read more...
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By Ross Sylvester , Posted:
7th December 2017 10:51
Each week we seem to read a new press release about the launch of an OTT platform, an investment in a cloud-based transmission services provider or a prospective complementary virtual reality experience for avid fans of a particular genre. Much has been said about declining linear viewing figures, "cord-cutting" and how one addresses the highly sought after millennial (and post-m ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
4th December 2017 08:37
During the 2015 financial year (FY), Italian companies invested US$334.7 million into India. In the first half of the 2016FY – according to India’s Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) – Italian investments into India already reached US$319.6 million.
Indeed, cumulative Italian investment into India is set to reach US$2 billi ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
30th November 2017 08:42
The Philippines has shown strong economic growth in the last one year, and is expected to grow at the rate of 6.5-7 percent annually in the coming years. Given its strong economic prospects, it’s the best time for foreign businesses to explore business opportunities in the country.
Manila, the capital and main city of the Philippines, offers a variety of busine ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
24th November 2017 08:07
Binh Duong province, at the center of the Southern Key Economic zone and just north of Ho Chi Minh City is fast emerging as a favorite for foreign investors. The province, with its 28 industrial parks spread over 10,000 ha, is second only to Ho Chi Ming City, in terms of FDI attraction. With its renewed focus on high-tech industries, development of new industrial zones, and a gross regional domest ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
13th November 2017 08:10
Phnom Penh, once known as the ‘Pearl of Asia’, is the capital and largest city of Cambodia. Located at the confluence of three major rivers – the Mekong, the Tonle Sap River, and the Bassac River -, the city serves as Cambodia’s major economic, business, and trading destination. Though the city is located 120 miles away from the s ... Read more...
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By Koushan Das, Posted:
9th November 2017 11:45
Vietnam grew by 7.46 percent in Q3/2017, the highest in the last seven years. From January to September, the country grew by 6.41 percent, the strongest since 2015. This growth surge was largely driven by the industry, construction, and service sectors. According to the Vietnam Institute for Economic and Policy Research, Vietnam will continue to grow at 7.12 percent in this quarter, bringing the a ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
12th October 2017 08:08
For the past 25 years, Chinese investments in Vietnam and bilateral trade between the two nations has grown steadily despite issues such as the South China Sea and increasing cooperation between Vietnam and countries such as US, India, and Japan. The Chinese mainland has emerged as the eighth largest investor in Vietnam, with the actual FDI much higher if we include their affiliates in Hong Kong a ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
10th October 2017 08:27
India and Japan marked their 12th annual bilateral summit last week. A two-day blitz of investment pledges and the much hyped Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train, it showcased a relationship that is fast maturing into a s ... Read more...
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4th October 2017 08:39
For the past 25 years, Chinese investments in Vietnam and bilateral trade between the two nations has grown steadily despite issues such as the South China Sea and increasing cooperation between Vietnam and countries such as US, India, and Japan. The Chinese mainland has emerged as the eighth largest investor in Vietnam, with the actual FDI much higher if we include their affiliates in Hong Kong a ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
29th September 2017 16:40
Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance (MoF) has issued Decision 1381/QD-BTC introducing a new inspection regime for Foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs). The decision is already in effect since 24 July 2017. The MoF will be coordinating with other departments such as General Department of Customs, Department of Tax Policy, Department of Finance, Department of Planning and Investment, and provinci ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
14th September 2017 08:36
Under the Foreign Investment Act, 1991, which was amended in 2015, a vast majority of industries in the Philippines are completely open to overseas investment, allowing 100 percent foreign ownership in most cases. The country managed to attract over US$ 7 billion of FDI in 2016, 25 percent more than the previous year. The UNCTAD World Investment Prospects survey positions the Philippines as the 11 ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
4th September 2017 08:15
The concept of a paperless office is trending in Chinese workplaces. For companies that want to cut costs, and make operations more efficient, electronic contracts seem to be an attractive alternative for traditional paper contracts that can be difficult to organize and store.
However, contract disputes over the validity of electronic contracts have become more ... Read more...
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By Claire Pidancet, Posted:
1st September 2017 09:07
On 26 April 1962, the United Kingdom made history by becoming only the third country in the world to successfully launch and operate a satellite, Ariel 1, in conjunction with NASA. In doing this, the United Kingdom placed itself at the front of the “space race” with the ability to stand alongside and compete with the two superpowers of the day.
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
31st August 2017 08:13
With the signing of several free trade agreements, Vietnam is expected to see significant uptakes in trade with nations around the globe. In addition to presenting opportunities for investors and promising to increase wealth for Vietnam’s growing middle class, the ramping up of global interconnections is likely to increase strain on national infrastructure. Although presenting a salient ... Read more...
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By India Briefing, Posted:
23rd August 2017 08:53
Canadian foreign direct investment (FDI) into India reached an estimated US$14 billion in 2016. Much of this inflow came from large asset management companies and pension funds, which see India as an ideal destination for stable, long term inves ... Read more...
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By ASEAN Briefing, Posted:
15th August 2017 08:31
In the second part of this article, I will discuss the various sectors of the Philippine tourism industry. The first part of the article, covering the opportunities and incentives for foreign investors in the tourism industry, can be read here. ... Read more...
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By India Briefing, Posted:
8th August 2017 08:34
India and Vietnam relations have been marked by growing economic, commercial, and strategic engagement in the last few years. India ranks amongst the top ten trading partners of Vietnam. By 2020, both countries aim to achieve trade worth US$15 billion. Major areas of focus include hydrocarbons, power generation, renewable energy, infrastructure, tourism, textiles, footwear, medical and pharmaceuti ... Read more...
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27th July 2017 08:03
In June, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) notified significant policy changes regarding the issuance of ‘masala bonds’, bringing them in alignment with the other elements of the External Commercial Borrowings (ECBs) framework.
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By China Briefing , Posted:
25th July 2017 08:41
Gone are the days of China foreign direct investors simply choosing between an RO, WFOE, or JV. Now they are presented with a range of options and acronyms that even the most determined investor may become bewildered: PEO, EOR, VIE, HRO, ASO, BPO, etc., not to mention the traditional Dispatch and Secondment.
These alternatives have developed with the growth of ... Read more...
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By Attorney Ludwig LEBLANC , Posted:
20th July 2017 08:52
I- Key Sectors
Haiti offers a lot of investment opportunities across many sectors. Through its unique geographical location, legal framework, bilateral and international agreements, Haiti is considered to be a bridge between North America, South and Central America, the Caribbean and Europe.
Des ... Read more...
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By Seiya Kai & Shigeki Tatsuno, Posted:
23rd June 2017 08:34
M&A activity in Japan has been experiencing an upward trajectory in recent years. This, in turn, has turned the spotlight on the rights of employees’ in Japanese companies undergoing corporate restructuring. This article discusses the latest M&A trends in Japan and the recent enhancement of related employees’ rights under Japanese law.
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By Vietnam Briefing, Posted:
24th May 2017 08:45
According to the Vietnam Sea Culture Association, exports of marine aquaculture produce are predicted to reach US$12-13 billion (VND 276-299 trillion) by 2020 and US$30-35 billion (VND 690-805 trillion) by 2030. To achieve their goals, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) has approved a project to increase competitiveness in seafood sector with financial support from the State ... Read more...
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By Vietnam Briefing, Posted:
19th May 2017 08:35
According to a new JLL report, Da Nang is one of the fastest emerging startup cities in Southeast Asia. Other cities in the region include Penang in Malaysia, Chiang Mai in Thailand, and Bali and Bandung in Indonesia. Driven by low cost, a robust engineering talent pool, and government support, the port city is known for attracting established players in the tech field but increasingly is ... Read more...
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By ASEAN Briefing, Posted:
12th May 2017 08:17
Labuan is an offshore, Malaysian island, which has the benefit of low tax regimes while still retaining the protection of Malaysia’s laws and regulations. This means Labuan entities benefit from nearly all the Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs) Malaysia has signed with over 70 countries while profiting from tax exemptions under the Labuan International Banking and Financial Center (IBFC). ... Read more...
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By ASEAN Briefing, Posted:
7th April 2017 08:07
Indonesia: Largest car market in ASEAN
In 2016, 3.16 million cars were sold in the ASEAN region, according to the latest data from ASEAN Automotive Federation. Around 1.06 million cars, 33 percent of the total car sales, were sold in Indonesia. Thailand follows at second place with 768,788 cars. However, Thailand leads in terms of c ... Read more...
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By ASEAN Briefing, Posted:
29th March 2017 08:30
Singapore offers investors an attractive and stable macroeconomic environment. Rapid industrialization, coupled with pro-FDI policies, has transformed the city-state into a highly attractive location for foreign capital. According to 2016 UN World Investment Report, Singap ... Read more...
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By India Briefing, Posted:
21st March 2017 08:18
India is embracing luxury at its best.
This increasing sense of ‘brand-consciousness’ among Indians is principally attributed to the country’s burgeoning aspirational and younger middle class. At the same time, increased internet penetration has also contributed to this consumer behavior, allowing consumers to search and satisfy their desire to own and po ... Read more...
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By Vietnam Briefing, Posted:
9th March 2017 08:37
Following the withdrawal of the United States from the Tran-Pacific Partnership (TPP), the spotlight has shifted quickly to the future of foreign investment in members such as Vietnam – the party once projected to be the agreement’s greatest beneficiary. While TPP’s failure has and will continue to put a damper on investment and trade between Vietnam and members of th ... Read more...
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By Brett Hickey, Posted:
3rd March 2017 09:07
There are challenges and opportunities for investors and business owners in the U.S. lower middle-market. This is largely driven by the supply-demand imbalance from (i) over 175,000 businesses that have between $10 million and $150 million in annual revenues and (ii) a limited amount of capital focused on this marketplace. This supply-demand imbalance is mainly driven from the labour inefficiencie ... Read more...
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By China Briefing, Posted:
23rd February 2017 08:29
In October 2016, Hong Kong’s government issued a consultation paper for implementing measures to counter base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) in the region.
BEPS refers to tax planning strategies that exploit discrepancies in tax laws in order to shift profits to jurisdictions where there are lower tax rates, often tax havens. While some methods are illegal, ... Read more...
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By Vietnam Briefing, Posted:
15th February 2017 08:09
Established in 1998, Hanoi’s Hoa Lac High-tech Park (HHTP) was Vietnam’s first high-tech park and is currently the country’s largest. While Vietnam has over 190 industrial parks and plans to increase this number to 500 by 2020, HHTP is one of only three national-level high-tech parks, alongside Saigon High-tech Park and Danang High-tech Park. The HHTP was ... Read more...
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By ASEAN Briefing , Posted:
8th February 2017 09:00
The Philippines garnered substantial international attention in 2016, owing largely to President Rodrigo Duterte’s unexpected rise to power, his litany of controversial remarks, and contentious war on drugs campaign. Lost in the Philippines’ political drama, however, was the country’s strong economic performance. The Philippines posted a robust 6.8 percent GDP growth ... Read more...
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By Giorgio Francesco Mandelli & Robert Kovacs (Volterra Fietta, London), Posted:
30th January 2017 08:28
When evaluating foreign investment opportunities, a range of critical factors have traditionally come into play. Those factors include, but are not limited to, the initial capital outlay necessary for the investment, the regulatory environment (including the applicable fiscal regime) into which the investment would be made, the perceived risks (political and/or expropriatory) of investing in a par ... Read more...
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By India Briefing , Posted:
19th January 2017 08:25
India is a global leader in the automotive sector, backed by its domestic production capacity, market size, and exports. On average, the country’s automobile sector boasts of an annual production of around 24 million vehicles; the sector also employs over 29 million people (directly and indirectly). Breaking down its global position by industry segment, India is the world’s lar ... Read more...
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6th January 2017 08:40
In recent years, China has increased its focus and efforts towards combating the high levels of environmental pollution in the country, the result of its accelerated economic growth. In 2012, China declared war on pollution, and put aside RMB 3.7 trillion for the battle, with over half of the funds reserved for water pollution. The 13th Five Year Plan targets this issue, and in 2015, t ... Read more...
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By Jiang Jiang Esq., Posted:
19th December 2016 08:26
China’s legal regime on foreign investment went through revolutionary changes recently. In September 2016, the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, China’s permanent legislature, promulgated amendments to four laws governing foreign investment, namely, the Law of the People's Republic of China on Wholly Foreign-owned Enterprises, the Law of th ... Read more...
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By China Briefing, Posted:
16th December 2016 14:22
As wages continue to rise in an increasingly service oriented economy, China looks to manufacturing clusters to bolster the nation’s labor-intensive industries. Offering clear lines of communication and reduced transportation costs, cluster manufacturing provides economic stability by bringing together an array of businesses from across the supply chain.
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By Imogen Rowley , Posted:
21st November 2016 08:22
Oculus Rift. Facebook live streaming. Throngs of people so transfixed by Pokemon Go they fail to notice Justin Bieber lurking in their midst. Reusable space rockets. FitBits and BrainBits and FitBarks. Food scanners that tell you how many calories are sitting in that custard slice. Smart fridges. Smart lawn sprinklers. Smart office chairs. 2016 has seen all manner of weird and wonderful tech, from ... Read more...
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By Asean Briefing, Posted:
14th November 2016 08:13
The Myanmar Investment Commission (MIC) recently announced that the country’s new Investment Law will come into force for the financial year starting April 2017. The Investment Law, which passed the lower house of Myanmar’s legislature on September 28th and the upper house on October 5th, was signed by President Htin Kyaw on October 18th and represents further liberalization of ... Read more...
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By China Briefing, Posted:
27th October 2016 08:16
As Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte wraps up his controversial state visit to China, his string of inflammatory comments has continued and intensified, drawing concerns from foreign investors throughout emerging Asia. Known for his crude insults directed at world leaders and comparing himself to Adolf Hitler in his drive to eliminate drug dealers and users from the country, Duterte is now rais ... Read more...
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By China Briefing, Posted:
25th October 2016 08:17
Critical amendments to the establishment of foreign invested enterprises (FIEs) in China came into effect on October 1, 2016, essentially replacing the previous administrative approval process with a simplified filing system that reduces processing times from around 12 working days to 3. Mostly conducted online, the scheme was originally piloted in China’s free trade zones and will now b ... Read more...
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20th October 2016 08:28
All around the world, a decisive shift has emerged in favor of the adoption of renewable energy sources. Reflecting this, is the international consensus that fell behind the Paris Agreement in record time. As of October 5, 79 countries have ratified the Convention to the historic climate accord, including India, which signed it on October 2. Having surpassed the required ratification threshold, th ... Read more...
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By Vietnam Briefing, Posted:
27th September 2016 08:55
Once a foreign investor has decided on Vietnam as a location to establish operations, the next big step is identifying where and how to obtain land for the business. In Vietnam, private ownership of land is technically not permitted, but the law allows ownership of a right to use land—called the Land Use Right (LUR). While this may seem like an inconvenient system, other countries such a ... Read more...
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By China Briefing, Posted:
22nd September 2016 08:35
On September 9, 2016, the State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs’ (SAFEA) made an announcement that the existing Foreign Expert Permit and Alien Employment License will be merged into a single permit. The new permit will introduce a tiered classification system for foreign workers as well as a streamlined online application and tracking system in order to attract m ... Read more...
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By India Briefing, Posted:
20th September 2016 08:14
Jaipur is the capital and largest city of the North Indian state of Rajasthan. Known as the ‘Pink City’, Jaipur completes the ‘Golden Triangle’ tourist circuit along with India’s capital New Delhi (100 square miles) and Agra in Uttar Pradesh state (90 square miles).
The administrative district of Jaipur has a total geogra ... Read more...
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By China Briefing, Posted:
13th September 2016 08:14
Traditionally overshadowed by metropolises such as Shanghai and Beijing in China’s international events, Zhejiang Province’s capital city of Hangzhou is finding itself in the global spotlight as it prepares to host the upcoming G20 Summit. Hangzhou has made considerable press recently for the Chinese government’s intense efforts to beautify the city and ease congestio ... Read more...
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By Vietnam Briefing, Posted:
8th September 2016 08:12
Vietnam’s recent change in leadership with Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc taking office has opened the gateway for legislative change. Signed on June 1, 2016 and effective starting July 15, 2016, Decree 50 is one adjustment that investors should be sure to understand. Detailing penalties for administrative violations in a variety of business and investment related situations, the decree ... Read more...
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By India Briefing, Posted:
1st September 2016 07:59
Lucknow is the largest city and capital of India’s most populous state, Uttar Pradesh (UP). Nicknamed the ‘City of Nawabs’ for when it was the seat of power of the Nawab of Awadh in the 18th and 19th centuries, Lucknow today is an important Tier-II city in India. Situated 500 km southeast of New Delhi, it is an established administrative center of UP. New projects suc ... Read more...
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By Ellen Zimiles, Jay Perlman & Joseph Campbell, Posted:
12th August 2016 08:16
In recent years the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (“FCPA”) has garnered significant attention from multinational companies, government prosecutors and investigative agencies, defense attorneys, compliance personnel, accountants, and others. In the United States, the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) and the Securities & Exchange Commission (&ldq ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
9th August 2016 08:04
The recent ascension to office of Nguyen Xuan Phuc, Vietnam’s new Prime Minister, has opened the gateway to several legislative changes. One such change is Decree 50, signed on June 1, 2016 and effective starting July 15, 2016, which details updated penalties for administrative violations in planning and investment for businesses and investors. The decree covers the adm ... Read more...
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By ASEAN Briefing, Posted:
3rd August 2016 08:12
In a landmark case, the Hague’s Permanent Court of Arbitration delivered a unanimous decision earlier this month supporting the Philippines in its territorial dispute with China over part of the South China Sea. The case brought by the Philippines was the first time the Chinese government had been brought before an international court.
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
29th July 2016 08:25
On June 29, China’s State Administration of Taxation (SAT) issued the “Announcement on the Administration of Related-party Transactions and Contemporaneous Documentation (SAT Announcement [2016] No. 42)”, which introduces a three-tiered documentation framework that will replace its current transfer pricing documentation rules. ... Read more...
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By ASEAN Briefing , Posted:
30th June 2016 08:24
In a victory that stunned analysts around the world, the UK has voted to exit the European Union (EU) by a margin of 52 to 48 percent. In addition to producing significant implications for investors across Europe, the interconnected nature ... Read more...
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9th June 2016 08:33
As the world’s largest archipelago, Indonesia is among the most important producers of aquaculture globally. In 2001, Indonesia ranked fourth in aquaculture output and has since increased its fishery exports to US $4 billion in 2015. Though Indonesia’s aquaculture industry has begun to make strides, it is still far from realizing its full potential.
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By Ayhan Üstün, Posted:
8th June 2016 09:50
As an important emerging market, Turkey has been perceived as a relatively volatile but promising investment environment. The investors that have previous experience in Turkey are, to a certain extent, used to the local political and economic challenges which may also represent certain opportunities. However, Turkey has recently passed through a more stressed period in 2015 due to recurring electi ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
12th May 2016 08:06
As ASEAN pursues greater regional integration and the development of a single economic bloc, advancements in the region’s aviation industry are essential to boost economic connectivity and tourism. In addition to promoting free movement of labor, liberalization will open the industry to unfettered competition between airlines and allow for regional expansion of national carriers. Half th ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
10th May 2016 09:25
A host of incentives have been unveiled by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government that seek to promote the growth of startups in India. Economic goals are at the core of the government’s reforms, which include ease of doing business, job creation, promotion of skill development, and entrepreneurship. Towards this a national policy fram ... Read more...
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By Ronald A. Oleynik & Antonia Tzinova , Posted:
5th May 2016 09:55
What are the main advantages of investing in your jurisdiction?
The United States is one of the most open investment environments in the world. No single industry sector is closed to foreign investment, however, there are restrictions on transactions that impact “national security.” Various U. ... Read more...
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28th April 2016 09:01
What are the main advantages of investing in your jurisdiction?
Consumer-oriented sectors appear to be the most attractive investment opportunities at present. This is due to the rapidly growing middle class, and an overall gradual shift in the Indonesian economy from being an exporter of natural resources to an economy that is incr ... Read more...
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21st April 2016 09:12
Have there been any recent regulatory changes or interesting developments?
In June 2015, the Federal Government of Canada implemented the Extractive Sector Transparency Measures Act(the “Act”). The Act requires entities in the extractive sectors to disclose payments made to government entities through a number of new repor ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
7th April 2016 10:32
With a rising consumer class threatening to overwhelm health services throughout the country, investment in Vietnamese healthcare presents exciting opportunities in a sector previously closed to foreign investment. For those considering investments of this nature, a clear understanding of where advantages lie and how to tap into them remains a integral component of establishing s ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
17th March 2016 10:12
In light of significant reductions in tariffs between ASEAN members and the steady harmonization of regulation through the ASEAN Economic Community, regionally oriented value chains have risen significantly in terms of profitability. For those considering investments of this nature, it’s important to understand not only the tariff reduction schedules that have been negotiated, but more i ... Read more...
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By Garrett Sutton, Posted:
16th March 2016 10:58
Sutton Law Center and its affiliate Corporate Direct work with foreign individuals, trusts and companies that want to invest in the United States. The U.S. is a big market with many opportunities. Our doors are open for foreign investors.
In most cases, the entity you use to protect your U.S. assets will be determined by your home country’s tax system ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
15th March 2016 09:42
With annual growth projected to surpass 6 percent in 2016 and maintain an average over 4 percent until 2050, opportunities have never been greater for investment in Vietnam’s aging and often inadequate infrastructure. In the following article, we examine importance Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) as a means of investment, and take a look at sector specific opportunities as we ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
9th March 2016 10:36
February 13-18 marked India’s inaugural ‘Make In India’ week held in Mumbai. Following Prime Minister Modi’s launch of the Make In India campaign in September 2014, the Indian government has consistently pursued its vision to invigorate the country’s manufacturing sector, which accounted for only 17 percent of India’s gross domestic produ ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
2nd March 2016 10:16
On February 5, 2016, Domino’s Pizza opened its 1000th store in India, making India the only country outside of the U.S. with 1,000 Domino’s stores. Dunkin’ Donuts opened with one store in India in April 2012; the company now has 67 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants in the country. Last year, Anytime Fitness Gym unveiled plans to open 50 more out ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
29th February 2016 10:11
Singapore, long known for its exemplary investment climate and lucrative trading arrangements, continues to improve upon its competitiveness with the implementation of an updated Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) with Thailand. Minimizing investors exposure to taxation in multiple jurisdictions, this DTA, along with Singapore’s many others, is a critical components in attracting ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
24th February 2016 09:53
With 14 of the world’s 55 gigawatt solar panels installed in the country, China became the largest solar panel market in 2015. This rapid expansion of investment into solar energy can be attributed to the generous incentive programs that the country offers, as well as the government’s five-year plan to hit 100 gigawatt installations by 2020. Other studies, such as one ... Read more...
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23rd February 2016 10:50
How are outsourcing transactions regulated in your jurisdiction?
There are no specific outsourcing regulations in Belgium except for industry specific rules and regulations (e.g. in financial services, pharmaceuticals) where “being in control of outsourcing” is required.
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16th February 2016 08:37
What markets are currently providing the best opportunities?
The European market is providing good opportunities for infrastructure investment, not only because of its long history of private investment in infrastructure, but also as a result of a stable and supportive regulatory and political setting with the governments in man ... Read more...
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By Andrew Moylan, Posted:
11th February 2016 08:29
Over recent years, the alternative assets industry has grown in both size and prominence, with many investors making increased allocations to private capital and hedge funds. While the unlisted infrastructure fund market is relatively small in comparison to more established alternative asset classes, such as private equity and real estate, the market is growing. Assets under ma ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
9th February 2016 10:41
When it comes to hiring and firing in China, foreign managers and investors should not hold preconceived ideas about the strictness of China’s laws. Highly publicized cases of worker exploitation might give the impression that China unambiguously favors employers, but this is not so. In fact, China’s laws for firing employees are considerably more rigid than those in the U.S.&l ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
5th February 2016 09:53
Vietnam, the fastest growing economy in ASEAN, will be on the radar of more investors in 2016. The country has a large low-cost labor force and fast growing economy that have made it an attractive alternative to more expensive manufacturing markets such as China. In 2015, Vietnam agreed to the TPP, became integrated within the ASEAN Economic Community, and signed a number of important FTAs. 2016 w ... Read more...
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By Rizwana Ameer Meea, Posted:
4th February 2016 09:46
The primary focus of fund managers is to efficiently deploy investment monies. It is thus crucial that a fund vehicle is domiciled in a jurisdiction that allows pooling of capital effectively and safely and the timely distribution to investors. Choosing the right financial center to domicile for your fund is always important but sometimes tricky. Given a choice, fund ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
26th January 2016 09:54
Renowned for its highly skilled workforce and competitive business environment, Singapore is a valuable entry point to ASEAN, and filled with investment opportunities for firms seeking to establish themselves within Southeast Asia.
One key advantage of establishment within the citi ... Read more...
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By ASEAN Briefing, Posted:
22nd January 2016 09:52
As 2015 came to a close, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government was eager to emphasize its successes over the last 18 months. Speaking at the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit in late November, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said his government has brought down inflation while increasing GDP growth and foreign investment. He stressed that whil ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
19th January 2016 09:55
Vietnam is a country where motorcycles are both massively built and sold. Vietnam is not only a huge market where manufacturers can carve out their share – in fact, some recent trends are prompting foreign investors to use Vietnam as an export base throughout the whole Asian region. Knowing the characteristics of the Vietnamese market of motorcycles, on the one hand, and the latest data ... Read more...
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By Asia Briefing, Posted:
13th January 2016 09:40
As 2015 came to a close, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government was eager to emphasize its successes over the last 18 months. Speaking at the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit in late November, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said his government has brought down inflation while increasing GDP growth and foreign investment. He stressed that whil ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
6th January 2016 09:48
After engaging in talks for 2.5 years, the European Union and Government of Vietnam agreed to the text of the most comprehensive FTA ever to be concluded with a developing country earlier this year. The agreement presents not only opportunities for investors and businesses alike, but on a political level it also establishes a new era in trade relations, which will bind the two partners closer toge ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
4th January 2016 09:07
On December 9, 2015, Myanmar’s new stock exchange – the Yangon Stock Exchange (YSX) – opened with big expectations. However, despite the grand opening and the US $24 million investment, the bourse will not be operational until February of 2016, or later. So is this really the beginning of a new economic era, or is the new move by the administration being rushed before ... Read more...
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By Dr Magnus Hirsch & Christoph Mayerhöffer, Posted:
11th December 2015 10:00
Trade fairs are irreplaceable for business. It’s the place to maintain long-standing business relationships, make promising contacts and collect new ideas and inspiration. But not all discoveries are pleasant as not all competitors rely on fair competition. And the corrupt gain as is well known through counterfeiting. In particular if an unscrupulous competi ... Read more...
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By Asia Briefing , Posted:
3rd December 2015 12:38
Many businesses in China are currently examining their other options in Asia. China’s GDP growth is probably at about the three percent mark nationally, with some provinces almost certainly experiencing lower and even negative growth. But growth dynamics in Asia are still very much a regional, rather than national, issue. Evaluating growth and where your best options lie is a skill that ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
30th November 2015 09:00
According to PRC Company Law and other relevant regulations, all Foreign Invested Enterprises (FIEs) in China, including Wholly Foreign Owned Enterprises (WFOEs), Joint Ventures (JVs), Foreign Invested Commercial Companies (FICEs), and Representative Offices (ROs), are required to comply with the statutory annual audit and other compliance processes.
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By ASEAN Briefing, Posted:
23rd November 2015 09:54
On November 5th, Indonesia unveiled its sixth economic stimulus package since September, the most recent incentive aimed at revitalizing its under-performing economy. The new stimulus package aims to attract foreign direct investment to the special economic zones (SEZs) around the country. Special economic zones are defined as areas where natural resources, mined in or around the zone, are process ... Read more...
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By Erasmo Indolino, Posted:
13th November 2015 10:46
Italian investors are showing an increasing interest in Vietnam. The number of investments in the Southeast-Asian country are increasing year by year, as well as the size of overall trade between the two economic partners. According to the latest data provided by the Vietnamese-language website of the Foreign Investment Agency belonging to the Ministry of Planning, at the end of last September Ita ... Read more...
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By Rhian Osborne , Posted:
11th November 2015 10:22
Commercial contracts are key to making sure your products and best interests of your business are protected. Terms and Conditions of Sale (T&C’s) and Master Service Agreements (MSA’s) are the most commonly used commercial contracts in the pharmaceutical and biomedical supply chains.
Knowledge of the content of these documen ... Read more...
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By Pedro Simões, Posted:
3rd November 2015 08:45
In 2011 and 2012 the economic climate proved challenging in Portugal with a large number of businesses closing down. Since 2013 the situation has improved, however companies continued to close. It is only now, in 2015, that we have witnessed more companies opening than closing.
The cost of services and the real estate market has suffered, and is still suffering ... Read more...
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By Steven Elsinga, Asia Briefing, Posted:
29th October 2015 12:51
Being a socialist country, it may come as little surprise to foreign investors that Vietnam’s labor laws are employee-friendly. This is reflected in the degree of protection employees have from termination. In this article, we will explain when an employee may be terminated, which procedures need to be followed, and discuss severance payment.
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28th October 2015 10:19
Which industries offer the best restructuring opportunities for investors and advisors?
The UK economy over recent months has shown that it is one of the best-performing in the G7 coming out of the recession. However, this encouraging performance masks some underlying issues that need to be remedied for long-term economic sustainability. ... Read more...
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By ASEAN Briefing , Posted:
21st October 2015 08:46
As Indonesia continues to struggle with an economy that refuses to strengthen adequately, President Joko Widodo has launched a policy package intended to jumpstart economic growth in the country.
The Indonesian economy has been faltering for some time now, with the country’s currency (the rupiah) falling to its lowest level since the 1997-98 Asian Fin ... Read more...
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By Filip Chichevaliev & Ilija Ilijovski, Posted:
20th October 2015 09:13
During the past 10 years, Macedonia has focused entirely towards the needs of the Investors. This focus has inspired major changes in its legislation in order to achieve a more “Investor friendly” status. Currently Macedonia has the best climate for Investment on the Balkan and probably in Europe.
This achievement began w ... Read more...
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By Zineb Idrissia Hamzi, Posted:
14th October 2015 08:17
The process of modernisation of the legal framework for investment in Morocco has been accelerated over the last 20 years and is increasingly adhering to international requirements and standards.
The legislator has adopted a new Commercial Code, to secure business transactions and to reassure local or foreign investors, local or foreign, and conducted the compl ... Read more...
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By Ihor Olekhov, Posted:
12th October 2015 08:13
Ukraine's economy is very much dependent on foreign investment and international trade. However, the volumes of foreign investment and international trade of Ukraine have declined significantly over the last several years primarily because of either poor regulation in Ukraine or an inability of the Ukrainian Government to protect the interests of Ukrainian exporters in foreign ma ... Read more...
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By Kandiah Neelakandan, Posted:
8th October 2015 08:36
Non-Residents cannot invest in a company in Sri Lanka, carrying on any one or more of the following businesses:
Money lending
Pawn Broking
Retail Trade with a capital investment of less than US$ 1 million
Coastal fishing
In certain other ar ... Read more...
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By Ihor Olekhov, Posted:
24th September 2015 11:21
Ukraine's economy is very much dependent on foreign investment and international trade. However, the volumes of foreign investment and international trade of Ukraine have declined significantly over the last several years primarily because of either poor regulation in Ukraine or an inability of the Ukrainian Government to protect the interests of Ukrainian exports in foreign mark ... Read more...
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By Maxfield Brown, Posted:
22nd September 2015 08:56
The Eurasian Economic Union is actively working to improve its trade relationships with ASEAN members ahead of the ASEAN Economic Community’s completion this December.
Speaking on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Economic Ministers meeting, Russian Economic Development minister Alexei Ulyukayev revealed EAEU plans to “accelerate the (FTAs) pr ... Read more...
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By Matthew Cohen & Gregg S. Buksbaum, Posted:
15th September 2015 10:47
A speaker at a recent broker-dealer compliance seminar quipped that there are two types of people in the world: those who have been victims of cybercrime and those who don’t know yet that they are victims of cybercrime. Last year ended with the high-profile hacking of Sony Pictures surrounding the release of its film “The Interview, but the hack of Sony Pictu ... Read more...
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By Elizabeth Leclaire, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
2nd September 2015 09:41
Spanning a total length of over 12 thousand kilometers, China’s high-speed railway network is the longest in the world, dwarfing the world’s second longest network of high speed trains, located in Spain, by almost four fold. In 2013, traffic on Chinese high-speed railways surpassed 214 billion passengers per kilometer, more congested than that of the rest of the wor ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
27th August 2015 09:18
Liaison offices (LOs) are a popular option for foreign investors exploring the Indian market for the first time. In contrast to other business structures, LOs allow foreign companies to establish a light footprint in India while keeping their financial, legal and administrative commitments low. Like representative offices (ROs) in China, foreign companies that establish LOs in India can build busi ... Read more...
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By Guy Taylor & Kevin McManus, Posted:
26th August 2015 09:42
An insight into the changing tax landscape in the Middle East as the region looks beyond its reliance on oil and gas exports and also starts to take stock of broader international focus on the level of taxes paid by corporate groups.
Ronald Regan once said “the government’s view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phra ... Read more...
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By China Briefing, Posted:
25th August 2015 09:26
The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, titled “China Investment Roadmap: the Commercial Real Estate Sector” is out now and available to subscribers as a complimentary download in the ... Read more...
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By Vietnam Briefing, Posted:
20th August 2015 10:39
HCMC – Vietnam has a range of free trade agreements (FTA) in place, and even more currently in the negotiation phase. However, many investors are still unaware of the potential benefits of these trade deals for their businesses. In fact, many investors are unaware that Vietnam even has an applicable FTA that could be of use to them.
Over the past few years, Vietnam has been ... Read more...
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By Mark Edwin Bisch & Wicki Andersen, Posted:
11th August 2015 09:18
Franchises are quite common in the UAE. Operations for many well-known international brands, and regional concepts, are found throughout the UAE, including many food and beverage, retail and even hospitality franchises. With a generally affluent, young, and entrepreneurial population, the UAE is a natural fit for franchise operations. The UAE is also considered a good ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira, Posted:
6th August 2015 08:49
India is well-positioned to take advantage of the rising cost of doing business in China and other countries in Asia. In contrast to many other Asian markets, foreign investors find government support for industry, low labor costs and a massive unified market in India. Foreign companies can take advantage of these conditions to reduce operating costs, diversify workforces or supply chains, and acc ... Read more...
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By Mrinal Ojha, Posted:
30th July 2015 09:57
India started with the liberalisation of the insurance sector at the turn of this century with the foreign direct investment (FDI) with Indian Insurers (and intermediaries like insurance brokers) being opened up to 26%. Foreign investors were assured that the next phase would follow soon and increase the FDI to 49%. After a long (and rather frustrating) wait since the steps tow ... Read more...
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By Kimberly Wright, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
28th July 2015 08:31
Southeast Asia has an ideal climate for coffee cultivation. While Vietnam has traditionally led the way for coffee production in ASEAN, other countries in the ten-nation bloc are steadily growing as coffee exporting nations.
In particular, Indonesia, Laos and Thailand are markets that are both under-saturated and open to foreign investment. In this article, we provide an overview of t ... Read more...
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By Jean-Christian Six, Posted:
17th July 2015 12:12
The term “private fund” does not bear a specific legal meaning in Luxembourg. However, Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) that do not offer their shares or units to the public at large and that are reserved for investment by sophisticated investors are frequently referred to as “private funds”. Examples of private funds include for insta ... Read more...
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By Amelia Tsui, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
16th July 2015 11:03
Known as one of Asia’s more stable and well-developed countries, Singapore has increasingly become an attractive business environment for many prudent foreigner business professionals and investors. A contributing factor to Singapore’s success is the government’s strong incentives program for foreign talent to commit to the country.
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By Nathan Cahill, Head of Alternative Investments, Minter Ellison, Posted:
9th July 2015 11:33
2015 has been an interesting year for private equity in Australia with fundraising and investor activity in Australia and broader Asia creating some strong new themes and trends.
The Economic Backdrop
The Australian economy has been operating in a post-resources boom environment of subd ... Read more...
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By Elizabeth Leclaire, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
8th July 2015 11:11
The rapid development of China’s aviation industry has created new investment opportunities for foreign companies looking to enter the Chinese market. Within the next 20 years, China is predicted to witness ten percent annual growth in demand for air transport (compared to two percent U.S. growth), US$64 billion worth of governmental investment into China’s airport ... Read more...
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7th July 2015 11:51
Can you talk us through the regulatory framework in your jurisdiction, outlining any recent changes or interesting developments?
Changes introduced to Australia’s $5m Significant Investor Visa (SIV) Program from 1 July 2015 will include a mandated allocation of at least $500,000 per investor into a registered venture capit ... Read more...
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By Mirza A. Karim, Karen Mills & Margaret Rose, Posted:
2nd July 2015 09:32
Indonesia's state-owned oil and gas company, PT. Pertamina (“Pertamina”) has officially halted the operation of its Singapore-based subsidiariy, Pertamina Energy Trading Limited ("Petral"), and is currently working on efforts to liquidate Petral’s subsidiaries, Pertamina Energy Services Pte Limited (“PES& ... Read more...
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Tom Platts & Emma Nicholls, Posted:
26th June 2015 11:50
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas ("BSP"), the central bank of the Philippines, reported earlier this year that inflows from foreign direct investment ("FDI") surged to an all-time high in 2014 to US$6.201 billion, up 66% annually, reflecting strong investor confidence in the jurisdiction. The 2014 result also topped the upwardly revised $4.4 billion for ... Read more...
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Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Posted:
25th June 2015 09:26
For a north-eastern State a long way from South-East Asia, the trade relationship between Wisconsin and ASEAN is remarkably robust, with a growing element of the dairy industry now finding its way to new export markets in Asia. In 2012, Wisconsin exported US$1.14 billion in goods and services to ASEAN nations, of which some US$900 million were cons ... Read more...
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By Arti Prasad-Naidu, QIC, Posted:
11th May 2015 09:04
“Man does not live by bread alone” is among the most famous phrases in the globe canon. It conveys the deeply held belief that there is more to life than immediate material comfort to the exclusion of all other values.
Deeply held moral beliefs inspired anti-slavery movements in the 19th Century and in more r ... Read more...
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By Monica Middleton & Kawien Ziedses des Plantes, Posted:
8th May 2015 14:32
In 2015, cooperative Oikocredit celebrates its 40th anniversary as one of the world’s leading private social investors. Reporting another year of solid results from ... Read more...
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By Dmytro Fedoruk & Andriy Olenyuk, Posted:
29th April 2015 09:16
Ukraine has always been regarded as a land of extensive potential and neglected opportunities. Despite having a favourable geographical location, fertile agricultural lands, low-cost but high-skilled labour and large consumer markets, Ukraine has for long been unable to build up on its strengths and develop into a sustainable economy with a comfortable business environment. Now ... Read more...
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By Myrna M. Rivera, CIMA, Posted:
27th April 2015 08:57
Socially Responsible Investing (SRI) is evolving. While investors following the SRI style still conduct positive and negative screens to include or exclude companies from their portfolios, new approaches now provide them with opportunities to be more proactive and comprehensive when investing for financial and social returns. SRI driven investments offer a more dynamic approach ... Read more...
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By Hermann Klughardt, Posted:
24th April 2015 11:19
At the beginning of 2013 Berkshire Hathaway invested US$2.5 billion in photovoltaic power plants.
“Up to now we have €1 billion in renewable energy and we will invest another €1.5bn in the coming years” said Holger Kerzel, Managing Director of MEAG in an interview 2014. Also the worldwide leading reinsurance group ... Read more...
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By Martin Fowler, Posted:
1st April 2015 09:15
Overview
Australia’s medium term economic prospects have become increasingly uncertain. There are any numbers of factors responsible for the current predicament including, but not limited to, the following:
- The failure to address systemic imbalances in the housing market
- The RBA& ... Read more...
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By Nishant Maddineni, Posted:
31st March 2015 09:33
India’s biotechnology industry is growing at an exponential rate, with the country’s bio-economy valued at US$4.3 billion at the end of 2013 – up from US$530 million in 2003. As a result, India now has the third largest biotech industry in the Asia-Pacific region and the most US FDA-approved plants after the U.S. With strong support from the Indian government, the ind ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
27th March 2015 08:52
Vietnam is a pioneer among developing countries, taking a leadership role in green growth. From 2012, the Green Growth Strategy has aimed to develop Vietnam into a low carbon economy and to enrich natural capital. The strategy marks the direction in sustainable economic development with the objectives of restructuring the economy and applying advanced technology to improve living standards. The in ... Read more...
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By Rebecca Choong Wilkins, Posted:
12th March 2015 09:07
As growth stagnates, the European shipping sector is confident that the Asian market will remain a reliable lifeline. According to HSH Nordbank’s recent survey ‘Shipping goes to Asia 2015’, Europeans are increasingly optimistic that Asian capital will rejuvenate the industry this year.
The survey sampled 500 executives from its int ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
25th February 2015 10:29
HCMC – Vietnam sits in a prime position in Asia vis-à-vis free trade agreements (FTAs) and trade organization memberships. Very few other countries in the region are included in such a plethora of trade agreements. See below for a visual representation of Vietnam’s position.
Looking briefly at the key FTAs for Vietnam, if they wer ... Read more...
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By Philip F. Blumberg & David Blumberg, Posted:
16th February 2015 09:49
In an environment where major international economies are lagging in growth, and in some cases, as in Europe, contracting, the US continues to be the leading world economy in terms of size, growth, and safety. Such a scenario makes US investments far more attractive to both domestic and international investors seeking stability, growth, and strong dollar denominated returns. < ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
12th February 2015 09:24
The Philippines has become one of the fastest growing economies in Asia, with an annual GDP growth rate of 6.1 percent in 2014 – the second highest in the Asia-Pacific region after China. This healthy growth is due to strong economic fundamentals and a faster than expected GDP growth of 6.9 percent in the fourth quarter of 2014.
The strong fourth quar ... Read more...
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By Jonathan Burger, Posted:
6th February 2015 08:45
On 23 July 2014, the European Union adopted Directive 2014/91/EU (UCITS V) of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Directive 2009/65/EC (UCITS IV) on the coordination of laws, regulations and administrative provisions relating to undertakings for collective investment in transferable securities (UCITS) regarding depositary functions, remuneration policies and administrative sanction ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
4th February 2015 08:40
SINGAPORE – As investment and trading partners, Singapore and Vietnam have proven to be an unstoppable combination – with 2014 bilateral trade up 20.3 percent year on year. Vietnam’s strategic location, low-cost labor, burgeoning consumer class, and incentives to foreign investors have made Vietnam an attractive destination for Singaporean foreign direct investment (F ... Read more...
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By Daniel Serventi, Posted:
3rd February 2015 09:15
Many of the fundamentals driving the economic upswing over the last several years deteriorated in 2014. Among them was a stagnating and lackluster recovery in several of the developed economies, in particular across Europe and Japan. While the accelerating strength of the US recovery provided a counterpoint, slowing growth in Japan and Europe had a marked impact on many LatAm e ... Read more...
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By Nishant Dixit, Posted:
2nd February 2015 12:05
In 2014, Australia and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) celebrated forty years of diplomatic relations. In that time, bilateral trade between Australia and several ASEAN member-states have seen enormous progress, but relations with others remain surprisingly slow.
Australia is a signatory to the regional ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand FTA (AANZFT ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
29th January 2015 09:18
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce released the draft of the proposed new Foreign Investment Law to solicit public opinions. The proposed law will significantly reduce barriers to foreign investment, whilst at the same time increasing scrutiny of foreigners trying to evade the regulations on investing in restricted industries. The new law introduces five major changes. ... Read more...
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By Matthew Cohen & Gregg S. Buksbaum, Posted:
28th January 2015 09:16
A speaker at a recent broker-dealer compliance seminar quipped that there are two types of people in the world: those who have been victims of cybercrime and those who don’t know yet that they are victims of cybercrime. Last year ended with the high-profile hacking of Sony Pictures surrounding the release of its film “The Interview,(1)” but the hack of Sony ... Read more...
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By Klaus Henrik Wiese-Hansen, Posted:
26th January 2015 09:02
Investment funds for sale to the general public – in other words, open-ended collective investment structures of which shares may be redeemed on a regular basis and of which investment objectives are financial instruments – have traditionally been strictly regulated in Norway. A provisional act from 1970 provided the first regulatory requirements for marketing of Norw ... Read more...
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By Simon Burns, Posted:
19th January 2015 08:54
A brief look at the history of financial shocks shows the prominent role often played by market participants seeking to gain significant returns in a short time frame. For example, speculative behaviour by Dutch investors in the 17th Century resulted in what became known as 'Tulip mania'. Demand for the national flower’s bulbs grew to such levels that ... Read more...
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By Matthew Zito, Benedict Lynn and Emily Liu, Posted:
12th December 2014 09:48
As ASEAN continues its transition to greater economic integration with the implementation of the ASEAN Economic Community in 2015, the region is seeing strong growth in a number of industries. Among the key business areas are electronics, info ... Read more...
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By Andrew Salzman, Posted:
20th November 2014 09:15
With the Republican Party reclaiming a majority in the U.S. Senate, it is fair to ponder what this will mean for American businesses with an international presence, such as in China. With their Senate takeover, Republicans now have a majority in both houses of U.S. Congress. This could lead President Obama to place a greater emphasis on foreign policy during his last two years in office.& ... Read more...
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By Jonathan Burger, Posted:
5th November 2014 08:56
Over the last 25 years Luxembourg has built up its position as the most popular domicile for undertakings for collective investments in transferable securities (“UCITS”). At the same time Luxembourg has developed a strong track record in alternative investment funds structure such as hedge funds and funds of hedge funds, private equity vehicles and real estate funds.& ... Read more...
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By Samuel Wrest, Posted:
30th October 2014 09:03
India’s special economic zones (SEZs) are certain localities which offer tax and other incentives to their resident businesses. Although India’s SEZs are relatively new, they now form a significant part of its appeal as both a sourcing and manufacturing destination. In this article, we examine how these zones function and highlight some of the key& ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Posted:
17th October 2014 08:55
As the IMF recently released a report stating that growth in the United States and the Eurozone is likely to be 3.3 percent and 1.3 percent, respectively, next year – highlight ... Read more...
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By InvestSlovenia Team, Posted:
29th September 2014 08:54
Slovenia’s attractions for foreign investors include its position at the intersection of traditional trade routes, its well-developed physical and ITC infrastructure, its value chains, supplier networks and clusters… And what matters most when a country is on track to excellence is its ability to evolve. The global economic crisis did not spare Slovenia, bu ... Read more...
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By Roy K. McCall, Posted:
11th September 2014 09:45
Up until 2013, China’s inbound investments exceeded outflows. But that’s about to change. In 2014, China is becoming a net outbound investor. This trend signals an increasing opportunity to expand outbound investment choices and services for Chinese investors – already well understood by bulge bracket M&A advisors, law firms and Big 4 accountants. For China&am ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
8th September 2014 08:22
HANOI – On August 11, the State Bank of Vietnam issued Circular 19/2014/TT-NHNN to provide detailed instructions on the management of foreign currency FDI operations in the country. This Circular serves as explanation to Decree 70/2014/ND-CP, which will go into effect from September 25th2014.
According to the new regulations, foreign inve ... Read more...
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27th August 2014 11:02
Singapore possesses one of the most open economies for international trade and investment. Foreign investors have often lauded Singapore’s pro-business environment, modern infrastructure, highly educated and skilled labour force and robust economic and legal system. Singapore is often considered the “heart of Asia” for international corporations lo ... Read more...
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By James Tng, Posted:
21st August 2014 09:04
The world is now a global marketplace, and technology has accelerated this. The barriers that used to apply to accessing skilled labour and selling into a country have been broken by outsourcing and selling online. Cloud technology has pushed the envelope on what can be done remotely and businesses are being forced to adapt to this change.
M ... Read more...
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By Ilene Knable Gotts & Lori Sherman, Posted:
13th August 2014 09:25
Cross-border transactions have become commonplace in today’s global economy. More than 30% of global M&A in 2013 involved acquirors and targets in different countries, including $134.5 billion of acquisitions in the U.S by non-U.S. acquirors. In the first half of 2014 alone, $127 billion worth of acquisitions in the U.S. were made by non-U.S. acquirors.&nb ... Read more...
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By Rainy Yao, Maria Kotova and Matthew Zito, Posted:
11th August 2014 08:56
In China, the Company Law stipulates that all enterprises, foreign-invested or otherwise, must register a fixed level of operational capital with the relevant authorities—deemed the company’s “registered capital”—as part of the basic corporate establishment process. Owing to strict foreign exchange controls, a ... Read more...
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By Webb Ward, Posted:
18th July 2014 08:52
Foreign Exchange Market is an exciting business proposition marked by the presence of dynamic traders and as well as brokers. Owing to the high competition in the market, there are several brokers offering multiple advantages to a trader. However, finding the broker who/which will suit your needs the most is not that easy. You might as well be required to sift through a number of web and print adv ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Posted:
17th July 2014 09:02
The new Indian Budget for the fiscal year 2014-15 was presented by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley yesterday. While many commentators thus far have concentrated on the lack of any significant changes in the existing tax regime, there are a number of interesting pointers as to trends that foreign investors would be wise to track as these are now set to become a longer term Government driven policy. T ... Read more...
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By Webb Ward, Posted:
11th July 2014 09:29
A growing number of people are looking to foreign currency trading as a way to improve their finances. The world of forex is interesting and dynamic, and it offers unprecedented potential for returns. Many analysts are concerned that the FTSE 100 is close to topping out. They think that while the index may break through to an all-time high at some point this year, once that high is reached we will ... Read more...
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By Robert Toth, Posted:
8th July 2014 08:45
The current business environment in Australia is extremely positive with GDP growth in the Australian economy in the first quarter of 2014 in the region of 3.5 per cent.
Retail sales figures show an increase of 6.2 per cent over the past 12 months with increases in the retail sector particularly in the food and hospitality, household goods, clothing and footwea ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
7th July 2014 09:31
HANOI - According to the World Bank, new reforms for employing workers, increasing access to credit and investor protection measures have made it easier to do business in the country.
Circulars concerning ... Read more...
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Alberto Vettoretti, Posted:
2nd July 2014 09:40
Asia is fast on its way to becoming the largest e-commerce market in the world. Internet penetration is growing by leaps and bounds, and the region’s youth population increasingly prefers to interact with companies and retailers over the internet rather than with more traditional forms of physical shopping and communication. Alongside these developments, Asia’s fast-growing mid ... Read more...
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By Webb Ward, Posted:
20th May 2014 09:24
The government often makes changes to the limits and regulations for savers, and Budget time is the moment for reform to be pushed through. The changes apply to savers all over the country but perhaps those in London should pay particular attention to the benefits of the new ISA savings regime - the percentage of adults who have ISAs is smallest in London (along with the North East) at 45.4 percen ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
6th May 2014 08:33
Obama’s Asian failings mean region is more confident about developing by itself
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has suggested that the time spent on negotiating “mega” trade deals such as the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) would be better spent consolidating more bilateral trade agreements.
J ... Read more...
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By Webb Ward, Posted:
5th May 2014 09:02
The main motivation for making a sensible investment is of course the raw financial benefit that it brings. Hopefully the investment, whether it lies in shares, bonds, property or otherwise will turn in a profit. However, an often overlooked side effect of investment activity is the impact that it can have on your credit rating. Of course, this can be crucial in acces ... Read more...
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By Gülperi Yörüker, Posted:
23rd April 2014 09:09
There are two alternative options for delisting of a public company quoted in Istanbul Stock Exchange which have been stipulated under the new Communiqués of the Capital Markets Board of Turkey (“CMB”). The “Communiqué on Common Principles regarding the Significant Transactions and the Retirement Right” of the Capital Markets ... Read more...
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By Webb Ward, Posted:
15th April 2014 08:39
Growth may still be slow in most leading economies, following the ravages of the past few years. This type of slow-paced progress can make people sceptical about investing in stocks and shares. However, there are some diamonds among the rough and a variety of companies which look well set for impressive growth in 2014.
If you are looking to invest in a well-known corporation, where st ... Read more...
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Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
3rd April 2014 08:27
BEIJING – The ability to practice law and provide opinions on matters of Chinese law is regulated and overseen by the Chinese Ministry of Justice (MOJ). Foreign law firms who wish to advise on such matters must obtain approval from the MOJ and obtain a license to practice in order to do so.
That said, there is a tendency amongst less professional or trustworthy ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
1st April 2014 08:51
HANOI – The Israeli Bitcoin exchange Bit2C announced this week that it will partner with Bitcoin Vietnam Co. Ltd. to open Vietnam’s first online Bitcoin trading floor, VBTC, before the end of April 2014.
Created in 2009, Bitcoins are a peer-to-peer virtual form of currency able to be bought or sold on online exchanges. While the value of a single Bitcoin is very vo ... Read more...
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By Marilyn Mifsud, Posted:
14th March 2014 08:54
By virtue of Legal Notice LN 47/2014, the Government of the Republic of Malta grants, after a rigid and thorough due diligence process, naturalisation by investment to reputable individuals and their dependantswho will make a noteworthy contribution to the social and economic development of the country.
Legal Notice 47 of 2014 came into force on 4 February 2014 ... Read more...
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By Adrian Gabarretta & Matthew Mizzi, Posted:
12th March 2014 08:52
Malta is an independent member state of the European Union centrally located in the Mediterranean, benefiting from good international connections to major European cities and financial centres, including London, Frankfurt and Paris, and a modern communications infrastructure. A robust legal system and an attractive onshore tax regime form the bedrock of the country’s success in ... Read more...
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By Jeremy Alexander, Posted:
4th March 2014 08:48
Amidst the uncertainty created by the Mt. Gox shutdown, the first Bitcoin ATM allowing cash-to-virtual currency transactions opened in Singapore yesterday. Created by Tembusu Terminals and claimed to be the first ATM of its kind in Asia, the machine accepts transactions of as little S$2 (US$1.58) and dispenses QR codes. These QR codes will then be accepted at around thirty outlets throughout Singa ... Read more...
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By Gregg S. Buksbaum , Posted:
19th February 2014 08:46
Hello again. When I previously contributed to Corporate LiveWire a year ago, I wrote about “funds of one” from an introductory perspective and laid out certain benefits and drawbacks in structuring these vehicles. While the basic architecture ... Read more...
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By Prof. Filippo Annunziata & Avv. Andrea Conso, Posted:
12th February 2014 08:57
Collective asset management was for long characterised by a lack of specific regulation at European level: in particular, for a long time the European Legislator addressed aspects representing a limited “slice” of the matter (as “harmonised” funds), without providing an organic regulation embracing the whole sector of asset management. On this basi ... Read more...
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Courtesy Of Bullion Vault, Posted:
23rd January 2014 09:18
The Indian government’s recent imposition of a stricter anti-import policy on gold has pushed premiums on gold investment bars to a record high but compelled many jewellers to introduce promotions in order to cope with struggling sales.
Premiums on gold investment bars have this week risen above $120 per ounce over the London price, a new record high ... Read more...
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By Edward Barbour-Lacey, Posted:
22nd January 2014 09:21
Created in 2009, Bitcoins are a peer-to-peer virtual form of currency able to be bought or sold on online exchanges. Additionally, the coins can be “mined” using high-performance computers and complex algorithms. While the value of a single Bitcoin can be very volatile (the price often swings wildly), the total value of Bitcoins in the world is estimated to be around US$7.5-10 ... Read more...
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By Webb Ward, Posted:
17th January 2014 09:22
If you are interested in forex trading online, you know that the change in value of various currencies is the centerpiece to your trading options. The market is always going up and down, and you have to figure out which currencies are going to rise if you want to earn while doing this. Traditionally, traders can use currencies like the US dollar (USD), the Euro (EUR) or the pound (GBP). However, & ... Read more...
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By David McClelland, Posted:
15th January 2014 09:20
CDD can deliver a comprehensive understanding of the health and character of a potential investment business, allowing equity investors to navigate the transaction process and determine deal attractiveness.
Private equity investors are re-emerging from the UK down-turn as backers of companies with promising growth prospects that have weathered the previously mu ... Read more...
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By Martin Fowler , Posted:
9th January 2014 09:11
In December Treasurer Joe Hockey revealed that the budget deficit was most likely to be near $50 billion. In a $1.5 trillion economy this works out at around 3% of GDP. In theory, deficits can be good for an economy when they make up for a shortfall in private demand and provide the impetus for the private sector to grow at a faster rate – better to spend money stimul ... Read more...
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By Tony Davis, Posted:
8th January 2014 08:58
Gold has grabbed the headlines thus far in 2014 and appears to be headed toward a positive year, with an increase of nearly 2.5% at the time of this writing. This is following a year in which the price of gold had its worst performing year in 32 years. While we bel ... Read more...
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By Yao Lu, Posted:
7th January 2014 09:31
Hangzhou, whose name translates to the “heaven of the earth”, is the capital of Zhejiang province. The city is located in the southern part of the Yangtze River Delta, the western end of Hangzhou Bay, the lower reaches of the Qiantang River, and the southern end of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. It is a financial center in the south wing of the Yangtze River Delta, and a tra ... Read more...
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By Mark Schonfeld, Posted:
6th January 2014 09:24
Until recently, the manufacturer of an object required a factory for mass production, a substantial investment in equipment, inventory and materials, and a brick-and-mortar retail site to sell product. All this has changed with the advent of 3D printing. This disruptive technology will change the way we live because it will enable consumers and small businesses to manufacture p ... Read more...
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By Patricia S. López Aufranc & Beatriz F. Breccia, Posted:
2nd January 2014 08:51
At the end of November 2012, the Argentine Congress passed Law 26,831 (the “Securities Law”), which abrogated Law 17,811, enacted in 1968. In July 2013, the Argentine Executive Branch issued implementing Decree 1023/2013, and in September 2013, the Argentine Securities Commission, which is the governmental agency that supervises the securities market (Comisi ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
28th November 2013 11:35
Navigating foreign investment in India can be daunting. The World Bank’s Doing Business 2014 report ranks India among the most difficult countries in which to start a business – 179th out of 189 countries analyzed. As such, forei ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
15th November 2013 15:08
According to the International Air Transport Association, over the next year Vietnam should become the world’s third-fastest growing market for international passengers and freight. It will also be the second-fastest growing market for domestic passengers.
In addition, Vietnam’s Department of Aviation has predicted that the country will see ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
13th November 2013 15:21
Over the past three weeks in the United States I have been meeting with many businesspeople, lawyers, VC firms and hedge funds, and when it comes to China, the first questions I’m asked almost always concern reform in China – specifically over the opening up of China’s capital account. Such a move, if it happened, would permit free flow of the RMB into and out of Chin ... Read more...
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By Eunice Ku, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
11th November 2013 14:25
Many countries have specialized agencies and schemes that provide assistance and incentives for exporting locally manufactured products and that help mitigate the risks inherent in exporting, e.g., buyers’ default of payment. We summarize some of them below.
United States
The U.S. Export Assistance Centers ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
7th November 2013 14:17
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, last month China imported more oil than any other country in the world, including the United States. China had to import 6.30 million more barrels of oil than it produced domestically, while the United States only imported 6.24 million barrels.
China’s new status will have a number of important ... Read more...
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By Alex Tangkilisan, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
5th November 2013 14:12
Dubbed the ‘City of Science and Education’ due to its more than 200 universities and research centers/laboratories scattered throughout the city, Hefei is the capital of the Anhui Province in Eastern China.
The city itself has five counties and four districts under its jurisdiction, and has a population of over 7.52 million. It is also serve ... Read more...
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By Martin Fowler, Posted:
4th November 2013 14:40
The pace of global growth has broadly accelerated since our July commentary. The United States has added over two million jobs in the past year and robust corporate profits have driven share-markets higher. The slowdown in China has at least been temporarily reversed with another round of stimulus reviving the rate of growth to above 7.5%. In addition, the Eurozone ca ... Read more...
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By Oyvind Hovland, Posted:
1st November 2013 09:10
There has recently been certain changes in Norwegian international tax and corporate law that are positive and potentially negative to EU established real estate funds investing in Norwegian real estate.
In this article this will be illustrated by looking at foreign investors that via Luxembourg established real estate funds invest in Norwegian real estate owned by Norwegian ... Read more...
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By Mehtap Cevher Conti, Posted:
25th October 2013 09:09
Through the use of enhanced equipment trust certificates (“EETCs”), some non-U.S. airlines have recently been able to access the U.S. capital markets as a source of fairly inexpensive capital to finance their fleet expansions. The EETC structure has in effect allowed non-U.S. airlines to obtain financing from a group of U.S. investors that may not otherwise be seeking ... Read more...
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By Vilius Bernatonis & Jelena Piatina - Tark Grunte Sutkiene , Posted:
23rd October 2013 09:07
Renewable energy generation projects have been attractive for small to medium scale investments in the Baltic States for the past several years. The countries are seeking to meet their 2020 energy mix targets and have continuously supported renewable energy generation. Generous support through feed-in tariffs and comparable structures has been granted to wind power, biomass hea ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
18th October 2013 08:45
Hyderabad is soon to be home to a new Information Technology Investment Region (ITIR) following last week’s approval by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs for new ITIR developments.
The ITIR, which will include special economic zones and industrial parks, is expected to become a key information technology hub in the region and will focus on acc ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
17th October 2013 08:54
Boasting more than half a billion people, abundant natural resources, and a strategic geographical location, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has the potential to become a leading global economic force in the near future.
Growing at an annual rate of 5 percent over the past decade, the ASEAN region – made up of Brunei, Cambodia, Indo ... Read more...
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By Einari Karhu, Posted:
16th October 2013 09:25
Because of their economic nature as investment vehicles and collective asset unity, investment funds and institutional investors are usually treated as tax-exempt or fiscally transparent vehicles. Therefore any additional tax burden at the level of investment object is an additional cost to the investors.
Finland has recently introduced its version of ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Posted:
15th October 2013 09:30
Western MNCs need to be more savvy about Asia if they want to participate
It’s been a busy week for Chinese politicking as the nation has enjoyed its National Week Holidays. No rest for President Xi Jinping certainly, who has been running around Southeast Asia before speaking at the ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
2nd October 2013 09:16
Hyderabad is soon to be home to a new Information Technology Investment Region (ITIR) following last week’s approval by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs for new ITIR developments.
The ITIR, which will include special economic zones and industrial parks, is expected to become a key information technology hub in the region and will focus on acc ... Read more...
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By Hugh Naylor, Posted:
1st October 2013 09:05
In 2008 investors woke up to the realities of the debt-fuelled extravagancies of the noughties and, for many people, the financial world metaphorically stopped turning. At the time Africa was riding a commodities-driven boom, a process which helped turn it from Tony Blair’s “scar on the conscience of the World” to the poster boy for emerging markets investme ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
18th September 2013 08:55
The Standing Committee of China’s National People’s Congress passed the “Decision on Authorizing the State Council to Temporarily Adjust the Administrative Examination and Approval Items under Relevant Laws in China’s (Shanghai) Free Trade Zone (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Decision’)” on August 30, which suspends several adm ... Read more...
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By Webb Ward, Posted:
28th August 2013 08:37
Regardless of whether you are a first time trader in binary option or have been trading for several years now, binary brokers do play a vital role in every step. They will guide you in selecting the right asset to trade, given the fact that not all assets perform in the same manner in any given market condition. So, they know it best which assets to choose in a particular trade ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, , Posted:
18th July 2013 10:11
China has over 80 of these agreements in place, yet they remain somewhat obscure. What are these BIT agreements and what benefits do they bring to the 80 nations that signed them?
China has been entering into bilateral investment treaties (BITs) with other countries since the early 1980s, when the nation began its path to reforms under the ... Read more...
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By Martin Fowler, Posted:
9th July 2013 08:45
Overview
The latest national accounts show that the Australian economy grew by 0.6% in the March quarter and by 2.5% over the year. The main contributors to growth over the year have been mining (0.8 pp), financial and insurance services (0.6pp), and healthcare (0.4pp). Annual growth in household consumption over ... Read more...
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By Martin Fowler, Posted:
5th July 2013 08:39
Overview
Up until mid-May global share markets were posting strong gains. Much of these gains emanated from conventional and unconventional monetary policy initiatives orchestrated by Central Banks eager to promote growth and ward off a perilous deflationary spiral. The main purpose of these initiatives has been ... Read more...
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By Collin Baffa, Posted:
3rd July 2013 08:47
Myanmar has seen rapid economic growth following its recent democratic and economic reforms, which included the repealing of Myanmar’s export taxes, decreasing import taxes and providing greater access for foreign direct investment. FDI into Myanmar increased from US$300 million in 2009-10 to US$20 billion in 2010-11, with its GDP rising from a rate of 5 percent in 2009 to over 6 percent ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
28th June 2013 08:53
China and Vietnam have signed several bilateral trade and infrastructure agreements during a visit by the Vietnamese President Truong Tan Sang to Beijing this week.
This is Vietnam’s first official visit since Premier Li and President Xi took office in China earlier this year. President Sang welcomed the invitation to visit China, saying the two count ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
25th June 2013 08:27
Continuing with our series of key sectors for foreign direct investment (FDI) in India, this article will provide an overview of foreign investment in airports and ports throughout India. As the government prioritizes the development and refurbishment of national infrastructure, investment into India’s airports and ports is an increasingly attractive option for investors looking to tap i ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Posted:
17th June 2013 08:31
With the success of China’s special economic zone in Shenzhen in the 1980s, development zones across Asia have proliferated as catalysts for economic reform and foreign investment.
While the Shenzhen example originated as an entire city area cordoned off from the rest of China in case the experiment with capitalism went wrong, the concept, while not n ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Posted:
12th June 2013 08:58
Chinese President Xi Jinping has been in Mexico the past three days and has been meeting with the Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto ahead of Xi’s much anticipated visit to meet President Barack Obama of the United States. Xi and Peña Nieto, following their meetings, released a statement saying that both were prepared to “take their relationship to a new ... Read more...
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By Tsuyoshi Shimizu & Mayuko Tsujimoto , Posted:
4th June 2013 08:31
The legislative council of the Ministry of Justice of Japan compiled an outline of the proposed amendments to the Companies Act of Japan in September 2012, and such proposed amendments include an amendment to the procedural rules on allotment of shares.
Background of Amendment
Under the existing ... Read more...
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By Yao Lu, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
20th May 2013 08:49
Lanzhou, once known as the “Golden City,” has been an important regional commercial center and transportation hub since as early as the Han Dynasty. The city used to be a major link on the ancient Silk Road and has played a vital role in the cultural and economic exchange between China and countries to its west throughout Central Asia, the Middle East and Europe. Today, Lanzhou ... Read more...
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By Sondre Ulvund Solstad, Posted:
10th May 2013 09:43
Chinese companies increased their investments in Europe by as much as 21 percent in 2012, solidifying its position as the main destination of Chinese Outward Foreign Investment (ODI). In total, Europe was the recipient of US$12.6 billion of Chinese investment last year, which now represents approximately 33 percent of all Chinese ODI.
The rationale for increasi ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Posted:
9th May 2013 09:11
Export manufacturing moves on while sales-driven structures move in
The 2012 drop in foreign direct investment in China is pointing out that manufacturing capacity is being rethought by MNCs considering global trade as a whole. The drop – some 4 percent from FDI figures in 2011 – is down to a number of issues, not least ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
7th May 2013 08:27
The reasons for using an intermediary company when investing into China or Asia from say the United States, Europe or Australasia are to take advantage of various tax treaties that exist, to provide minimal corporate income tax exposure with options for future dividends repatriation, and to legally hold more risky investments at arm’s length from the parent company in the event of any ma ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
1st May 2013 09:33
The Indian government has clearly indicated that infrastructure development remains the nation’s top priority. Recognizing that a steady supply of power along with efficient transport infrastructure will help revive the Indian economy and boost productivity, the government has set up plans to increase gross capital in infrastructure over the next several years to over U ... Read more...
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Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
15th April 2013 08:55
I’ve attended two prominent annual U.S.-Asia investment events this past week, namely the Hot Markets Watch in Cincinnati, and the Asia-Pacific Business Outlook in Los Angeles. These events are high level, attracting many American ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
3rd April 2013 09:13
China is not the only solution for export-driven manufacturing, and Asia’s trade evolution is determining that business models move on for adventures elsewhere.
At the turn of the 21st Century, there were two main schools of commercial thought with regards to China. The most popular was that China represented a massive market to s ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
26th March 2013 09:00
By continually issuing favorable policies and incentives aimed at attracting inflows, and deciding to decrease the country’s corporate income tax levels from January 1, 2014, it is clear that Vietnam’s government is intent on taking a proactive approach to foreign direct investment. Enterprises and individuals interested in taking advantage of the country’s friendly i ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
22nd March 2013 09:43
As part of China’s efforts to internationalize its currency, China initiated the “RMB Qualified Foreign Institutional Investors Pilot Program (RQFII Pilot Program)” at the end of 2011, which allows qualified foreign institutions to invest offshore RMB back into Mainland China’s capital market.
So far, China’s St ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
19th March 2013 08:56
As a financial and services hub, Singapore is the de facto financial capital of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). For companies interested in doing business with ASEAN, the place to start is Singapore.
Companies in Singapore enjoy a low corporate income tax rate of 17 percent, no tax payable on dividends earned externally from its borders, and ... Read more...
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By Heather Cruz, Mark D. Young, Maureen Donley, Geoff Bauer & Daniel Konar II, Posted:
14th March 2013 09:39
The Dodd-Frank Act greatly increased the reporting requirements applicable to private investment funds and their advisers. In recent months, both the SEC's and CFTC's new reporting forms have become effective. Now that the initial round of filings is complete for the largest advisers, we expect that their experiences will prove instructive for advisers preparing their fir ... Read more...
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By Pedro Simões Coelho & Pedro Bizarro, Posted:
4th March 2013 09:59
These days, articles about Portugal in the international economic press are often packed with references to austerity measures, economic downturn and the international assistance programme. The authors of this article agree that any realistic assessment of the Portuguese economy must acknowledge that the decaying economic conditions have taken their toll. However, they will ado ... Read more...
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By Anouk Agnes, Posted:
1st March 2013 09:21
25 years ago, in March 1988, Luxembourg was the first country to transpose the European UCITS Directive into national law. Since then, the country has held a leading position in Europe for the domiciliation, the administration and the distribution of cross-border investment funds. To support this development, ALFI - the Association of the Luxembourg Investment Fund Industry - w ... Read more...
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By Daniel Serventi, Posted:
27th February 2013 09:06
Latin America has continued to see significant PE activity over the last several months, as local and global firms are drawn to the region’s compelling domestic growth story. This is despite the deceleration of the global macroeconomic environment that has challenged growth over the near-term and led to significant policy interventions designed as countermeasures against econom ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
26th February 2013 08:53
The massive rise of Chinese middle class wealth brings the “one billion consumers” myth far closer to reality
The issue with any new, emerging market lies within a study of its demographics. In the early 1990s, China had plenty of young, energetic men and women that had just reached the working age, in addition t ... Read more...
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By Floor Veltman, Joris van Horzen & Joost Achterberg, Posted:
18th February 2013 09:06
Background
The events of the financial crisis have demonstrated the impact of alternative investment fund managers (“AIFM(s)”) on the European financial market and the shortfall of adequate regulations. As a result in 2009 finance ministers from the G20 countries agreed to oversee and regulate hedge fun ... Read more...
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By Laragh Cassar, Posted:
12th February 2013 09:56
Malta has been, for the past number of years, an attractive fund domicile, particularly due to the Professional Investor Fund (PIF) regime, which regulates most forms of collective investment undertakings, including hedge funds and private equity funds. Indeed, Malta has emerged as a jurisdiction for funds, complementary to traditional European fund domiciles, such as Luxembourg and Irel ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
11th February 2013 10:00
The ASEAN–India Free Trade Area (AIFTA) is a free trade area consisting of the 10 member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and India. The initial framework agreement was signed in Bali, Indonesia, on October 8, 2003, and the final agreement was signed on August 13, 2009. The free trade area came into effect on January 1, 2010.
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By Gregg S. Buksbaum , Posted:
7th February 2013 12:46
Although not a new phenomenon, in the post-Madoff world there is an increasing desire for institutional investors in hedge funds to seek customised solutions from fund managers in order to gain more transparency, reduce liquidity risk, and influence portfolio construction in ways that cannot necessarily be achieved through a typical co-mingled investment pool. These solutions primarily t ... Read more...
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By François Petit, Posted:
5th February 2013 08:38
A solid political environment with a strong reputation for pro-business legislation and administration together with a tradition of strong investor protection in Luxembourg have contributed to the creation of a business-friendly environment and the development of a leading international financial centre. Luxembourg offers companies exceptional opportunities for doing business in Europe a ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
4th February 2013 08:44
One of the great enigma’s concerning managers across Asia today is Vietnam’s trade relationship with China, its massive northern neighbor with which it shares an 840-mile border.
This is a timely question to examine, not least because Vietnam is one of Asia’s “Tiger Economies” and, although it has suffered over ... Read more...
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By James Lasry & Anthony Jimenez, Posted:
1st February 2013 09:04
A New Era for European Funds
The global funds industry is currently in a state of transformation; world-wide regulatory and legislative changes are leading the global fund sector into a new era of increased regulation and enhanced investor protection. Gibraltar has emerged from the reshaped regulatory landscape as a seriou ... Read more...
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By Daniel Haefele , Posted:
30th January 2013 09:43
Distribution to Swiss Investors becomes more difficult and more expensive in the light of the new regulations. Outsourcing legal representation to a high-quality local service provider and access to an extensive distribution network are key.
Currently Swiss (financial) intermediaries are being affected by a wave of new ... Read more...
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By Osamu Adachi & Takahiko Yamada, Posted:
29th January 2013 08:50
Investment funds established in Japan using an investment trust structure (the "Investment Trusts") or an investment corporation structure (the "Investment Corporations") are subject to the Investment Trust and Investment Corporation Act of Japan (the "ITICA"). The ITICA also governs investment funds established in other countries (su ... Read more...
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By Donnacha O’Connor , Posted:
23rd January 2013 10:11
July 22, 2013, the transposition deadline for the AIFMD, is a very significant date in the regulatory calendar, not only for EU managers of non-UCITS funds, but also for non-EU fund managers who are raising capital in the EU, or have aspirations to do so.
While the AIFMD applies to EU based fund managers and will subject many of them to mandatory registration w ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
22nd January 2013 09:30
Foreign-invested commercial enterprises, commonly known as FICE, are fast becoming an ideal way for foreign investors to enter China’s Mainland market. Previously, foreign companies could only form trading companies on their own if they registered in the country’s Free Trade Zones. However, as part of China’s WTO commitment to let foreign-invested enterprises exercise ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
15th January 2013 09:44
Recent media commentary has been suggesting that the business environment in China has worsened for foreign investors over the past year. Although China is still evolving as an emerging market, I disagree with the basic premise that it is becoming tougher, and even unwelcoming, to foreign investors.
A sense of foreign investors being singled out for specific ab ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
14th January 2013 09:02
Times are changing for the global financial community. China was the largest investor in developing economies in 2010 and 2011, with total outbound foreign direct investment (OFDI) amounting to US$60 billion annually and projected to reach US$150 billion by
2015. Furthermore, Chinese leaders have now officially prioritized Chinese outbound investment over the historical ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
7th January 2013 08:37
To support the balanced development of different regions within the country, China’s State Council officially approved the “Planning for a Central Plains Economic Zone (2012-2020) (guohan [2012] No.194, hereinafter referred to as the ‘Planning’)” on November 17, 2012. The proposed economic zone would cover the entirety of Henan Province, as well as ... Read more...
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By Raposo Bernardo’s Energy Department, Posted:
3rd January 2013 09:54
The classical energies continue their normal growth rate, with a lot of regulatory work and some important transactions. But it was the renewable sector, since about 2005, who gave rise to an irreversible boom in the energy market, leading to energy practice spin off as well as the creation of large specific departments in this area. The renewable energy experienced a fantastic ... Read more...
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By Maarten Roos, Tony Lu & Robin Tabbers, Posted:
17th December 2012 09:05
Continued uncertainty in Europe and the US is leading more international companies to expand activities in China, both in terms of sourcing, and – increasingly – by selling directly on the Chinese market.
The key question to this new boost of investment is how to optimally structure an investment int ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
10th December 2012 08:50
With the view to promote equity contributions made through scientific results and scientific innovations, China’s Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) and the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) jointly released the “Guiding Opinion regarding Capital Contributions in the Form of Scientific Results and Determination of the Relevant Equity Rights (hereinafter referred to ... Read more...
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4th December 2012 10:07
Da Nang Hi-Tech Park is the newest among three high-technology zones in Vietnam, besides Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park in Hanoi and the Ho Chi Minh City Hi-Tech Park.
Da Nang City is calling for foreign investment in its hi-tech park by promising attractive incentives. The Vice Chairman of Da Nang Phung Tan Viet presented in front of the Dutch business representatives in an event ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
3rd December 2012 08:27
A report by the United Overseas Bank (UOB) of Singapore has indicated that the global economy will increase by 73 percent over the US$63 trillion seen in 2010 to reach US$109 trillion by 2020, with Asian trade flows one of the key factors contributing to this robust growth. Wit ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
30th November 2012 10:09
With the recent issuance of the “Circular on Issues of Facilitating Visas and Residence Permits for Highly-Qualified Foreigners’ Entry into China (MHRSS Circular [2012] No. 57),” more atte ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
26th November 2012 08:52
China surpassed the United States to become the world’s largest recipient of foreign investment in the first half of 2012, according to the Global Investment Trends Monitor released by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) on October 23, 2012.
For the first six months of 2012, global foreign direct investment (FDI) totaled US$668 billion, down 8 per ... Read more...
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By Philip Forsang Ndikum, Posted:
23rd November 2012 10:27
Cameroon is a member of Communauté Economique et Monétaire de l'Afrique Centrale (CEMAC), a group of six countries with a common central bank, Banque des États de l'Afrique Centrale (BEAC). The Commission Bancaire de l'Afrique Centrale (COBAC) is the national and supranational watchdog for finance within CEMAC.
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By Brian Kaggwa, Posted:
22nd November 2012 10:05
Given the state of public sector resources around the world, governments seek to enhance resources by attracting private sector participation and Uganda is no exception. Such participation may be somewhat unstructured but there is a changing trend with the establishment of formal systems. Presently the Uganda Public Private Partnerships Bill is tabled before parliament awaiting ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
21st November 2012 10:12
The Guangzhou People’s Government released the “Circular on Several Policies to Promote the Development of Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) (shuifu [2012] No.34, hereinafter referred to as ‘Circular’)” on November 1, which clarifies the preferential policies on supporting the development of MSMEs in th ... Read more...
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By Haider Ali, Posted:
20th November 2012 09:36
The Royal Mail have helped add to the minute feeling of glee that the UK’s economy may be picking up after reporting a gargantuan increase in profits after six months. Significant to this was the growth in the number of parcel deliveries being made around the country. However the bread and butter of the company has not bucked the trend and continued to decli ... Read more...
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By Haider Ali, Posted:
16th November 2012 10:22
The reliance on oil for small businesses to function and help facilitate growth in economically advanced countries like the United States and the United Kingdom cannot be underestimated in today’s turbulent climate. What nobody wants right now is a hike in prices, which is sure to be the case should the oil taps of Iran turn off as a response to attacks on their nuclear install ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
14th November 2012 09:29
China is set to commence negotiations to create a 16-nation trade bloc, known as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), with its launch expected to be formally announced at the ASEAN summit in Phnom Penh later this month. The RCEP will include the 10 members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) plus China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia and ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
13th November 2012 09:11
Foreigners who work in residential housing and utilities, retail trade, and services will be required to pass a basic Russian-language test under a bill that the State Duma approved on October 23rd in a key second reading.
The head of the Federal Migration Service, Konstantin Romodanovsky, called the measure practical and rejected the idea that it was discriminatory. ... Read more...
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By Graham Sheward, Posted:
7th November 2012 09:02
What factors are attracting companies and wealthy individuals to the Mauritius?
Mauritius is internationally recognised for its continuity of government and rule of law. The island has enjoyed enduring political stability ever since gaining independence in 1968 with a democratically-elected government every five ... Read more...
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By Tanuj Sud, Posted:
2nd November 2012 09:56
Introduction – Macro Economic Considerations/Initiatives for Project Finance:
With a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) averaging around 6-8% in the recent past, and growth prospects enhanced by progressive liberalisation and a relatively stable political and financial system, capital inflow and mobilisation in India continues t ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
31st October 2012 10:00
Decree No. 73/2012/ND-CP regarding education management for foreign cooperation and investment was promulgated in September. Accordingly, the forms of foreign investment allowed in education include 100 percent foreign-capitalized educational institutions and associated educational institutions between domestic investors and foreign investors.
Foreign investors ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
29th October 2012 08:47
Hainan Island, China’s smallest and southernmost province has lagged far behind others in the region in terms of economic development. In 2011, the region’s GDP reached RMB252.26 billion, making it the fourth smallest economy in the entire country. However, the province boasts enormous economic potential.
Labeled as the “Oriental H ... Read more...
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By Hugh Naylor, Posted:
26th October 2012 11:54
As Europe suffers stagnant growth and the weak recovery in the US appears to be grinding to a halt investors and corporations continue to focus on the high growth opportunities presented by emerging markets. Amongst these Africa is increasingly becoming a favourite. Consistent growth over the last decade, albeit from a low base, combined with greater economic and political stab ... Read more...
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By Emine Basci Devres & Simge Akyüz, Posted:
25th October 2012 10:08
Due to their structures, mergers and acquisitions, de-mergers and form conversion transactions of corporations within the Turkish law system concern and comprise more than one field of law. Within this broad legal spectrum, the concerned transactions have their reflections and consequences most common among others in law of obligations, commercial law, capital markets law and c ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
24th October 2012 10:50
Foreign investment into India can come in a variety of different legal entities. Your choice of entity depends on the kind of work you plan to do during your time in the country.
Below we discuss the functions and establishment requirements of each of the five entities that can be established as a business enters India. Specifically, the five entities are as follows: ... Read more...
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By Hon. Nimrod E. Mkono M.P. & Ofotsu A. Tetteh-Kujorjie, Posted:
19th October 2012 09:51
The United Republic of Tanzania, made up of Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar, is endowed with substantial mineral wealth and has a population of close to 43 million people. It is one of the most promising emerging markets in the region, offering a unique combination of developed economic infrastructure, a vibrant emerging market economy and a clear policy of openness to foreign investment. ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
17th October 2012 08:49
The Government of India on October 4, 2012 approved moving the FDI cap in insurance to 49 percent while also approving the introduction of certain official amendments to the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority Bill (2011). The decision has been taken by the Cabinet headed by the Prime Minister of India.
Now, with the Cabinet approving the scheme, the Insura ... Read more...
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By Haider Ali, Posted:
5th October 2012 08:36
Drilling beyond the frozen shores of the Arctic was unfathomable for a variety of reasons from yesteryear. Logistical problems compounded with a lack of infrastructure all made the dream of searching for riches in this region very unfeasible. Throw into the mix the torrid winters, entrepreneurs would feel that investing there would not garner the returns shareholders and speculators would want.< ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
27th September 2012 09:41
The Indian government has allowed 51 percent foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail, a major reform awaited by many multinational retail chains. The move permits global firms such as Walmart, Metro, and Carrefour to establish shop with a local partner and sell directly to consumers for the first time, which could transform India’s US$450 billion retail market and drop infl ... Read more...
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18th September 2012 09:24
The United Kingdom’s economy has received a much needed shot in the arm with the news that Japanese car giant Honda has decided to make a whopping investment of £267m. The investment programme at its UK car plant in Swindon will help create many more jobs in order to boost their production needs.
Upon the good news Honda said in a ... Read more...
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By Christine Beernaerts, Posted:
12th September 2012 09:41
I. Introduction
Luxembourg’s geographical size belies its long-standing tradition as an international hub for business. By the end of 2010, Luxembourg had over EUR 2,199 trillion in net assets under management placing the country as the second largest fund centre in the world. It is also f ... Read more...
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By Daniel Häfele, Posted:
10th September 2012 10:05
Possibly it is the much-lauded political stability, or maybe it’s the fine view over Lake Zurich or the excellent chocolate that attract investors in droves to Switzerland. In any case, the Swiss financial centre is attractive to both international and domestic investors alike. At year-end 2010 assets under management in Switzerland totaled around Sfr 5,50 ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Posted:
21st August 2012 08:55
As Emerging Asia releases its Q1 figures, there are a whole bunch of stats that spring out, not least the continuing GDP growth throughout the region. However, digging deeper, some surprising trends seem to e developing concerning China and the neighboring countries that are increasingly competing with it. I’m the first to admit I’m not an economist, so readers may ... Read more...
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By Haider Ali, Posted:
15th August 2012 09:00
With the property bubble coming to an abrupt halt, turning to emerging technologies may be worth the ticket to long term financial gain.
With Apple having a chokehold on the technology market - having developed their existing products like the iPhone and the iPad into a successful series selling tens of millions of units worldwide - we h ... Read more...
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By Haider Ali, Posted:
8th August 2012 08:27
Tracing assets within corporate funds can quite rightly ruffle feathers. Often bereft of sentiment, corporate guys with corporate funds interspersed with friends in high places can make it quite thorny for assets within corporate funds to be traced at all. A lot is dependent on corporations and how they set up funds and for what purpose.
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Q&A with Mona Pearl, Posted:
1st August 2012 09:32
1. What Are 3 Top Reasons Middle Market Companies Positioned For Growth In Global Markets?
Middle market companies are more flexible, innovative and able to change and adapt much faster than the large multinationals. That is a combination of size, layers of management as ... Read more...
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By Rosario Di Maggio, Posted:
27th July 2012 10:04
Although it is still too early to tell, many observers agree that the worst of Vietnam’s economic dip is over, its economy will bounce back in the coming years, and a new wave of foreign direct investment is likely to flow into the country.
We can definitely confirm a strong interest among foreign investors with regards to investment into Vietnam ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
16th July 2012 08:42
The paramount indicator of a country’s economic status is measured by its GDP. India, the second-most populated country in the world with more than 1.1 billion people, has emerged as one of the fastest growing economies in recent years. It is a republic with a federal structure and well-developed self-governing judiciary with political consensus in reforms and stable democratic environme ... Read more...
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By Haider Ali, Posted:
13th July 2012 10:14
For decades on end North Dakota sat on the periphery as one of America’s states that was regarded as a sleeping giant. Primarily it’s vast array of land made North Dakota a great opportunity for farmers to exploit its land for agricultural purposes. But for the last ten years they have managed to have low employment rates and a booming housing ec ... Read more...
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By Chet Scheltema & Frank Yang, Posted:
10th July 2012 09:44
Foreign investors and domestic Chinese investors have traditionally been unable to co-invest in mainland business ventures, except by means of the joint venture or unofficially sanctioned structures. With the introduction of several new legal entities, this restriction has been lifted and foreign and domestic investors may now freely co-mingle their resources in one enterprise. These s ... Read more...
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By Haider Ali, Posted:
6th July 2012 09:10
European financial markets seem to be in a state of flux due to a variety of ingredients that have managed to combine to create a disastrous recipe of epic proportions. Much of the economic policies coming out Germany have led to the likes of Spain and Italy, both economic powerhouses in their own right, head towards the path of bailout monies from the European Central Bank.& ... Read more...
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By Haider Ali, Posted:
29th June 2012 09:30
In the midst of economic tumult, the Bank of England is suggesting more “Quantitative Easing” to help alleviate a contracting economy. Interspersed with low interest rates, which are only benefitting bankers who are lending to each other and not to small businesses; this is the recipe for an inflationary disaster. Adding to the myriad of confusio ... Read more...
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By Haider Ali, Posted:
27th June 2012 09:51
The Chief Executive was supposed to face an interrogation of sorts from senators comprised of both sides of the political spectrum looking for an explanation behind the two billion dollar trading loss by JP Morgan. Instead we were left with a man at the peak of his powers in the financial world walking away with his reputation unblemished and feckless politicians illustrating ... Read more...
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By Tran Que Chi, Posted:
18th June 2012 09:30
Under a classification scheme conducted by Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) in order to prioritize investment, Chu Lai in Quang Nam and Dung Quat in Quang Ngai have been listed as the country’s first-rate coastal economic zones.
Mr. Vu Dai Thang, head of the Economic and Industrial Zones Management Department under the ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
13th June 2012 09:27
The current economic trends affecting the global market have not been overly positive recently, even in countries such as China and India. For the latter, GDP growth for of 5.3 percent for the January to March 2011-2012 period was the lowest in nine years. This was a bit of a surprise considering forecasts estimated a level closer to 6 percent.
Although thi ... Read more...
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By Sofia Liska, Posted:
7th June 2012 09:58
The fund industry in India will soon enter the next phase of its evolution now that the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has released the 2012 alternative investment fund (AIF) regulations, which they aligned to work with both international developments and the Indian economy.
Little will change for funds currently governed by the venture capit ... Read more...
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By Martin Fowler, Posted:
6th June 2012 09:13
With the Australian share market oscillating in a trading range of around 4,000 to 4,400 points for several years now, it is little wonder that investors are beginning to doubt old rules of thumb in favour of the concept of the "new normal". One increasingly common example is the multiple of earnings or price to earnings ratio (PE). The price to ea ... Read more...
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By Clive Cachia, Posted:
25th May 2012 10:23
The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) is continuing to promote itself as a hub for global resource investment. It is proposing several reforms to address the capital-intensive needs of small to mid cap energy and resources companies. These include changes to the current capital raising and admission requirements. The ASX has also provided useful advance ... Read more...
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By Al Cooper, Posted:
21st May 2012 08:50
There's a lot of money to be made in real estate, and since most don't like to see one percent returns on their bank CDs, many are starting to jump into the real estate investing game because of the nice returns. The problem with real estate investing is that if you make one wrong move, you could quickly be thousands of dollars in the hole. Like any industry, there are ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
14th May 2012 09:25
Recent changes to China’s tax treatment of representative offices (ROs) have started to infringe on the viability of using an RO as a vehicle for “investment” into China in terms of increasing financial pressure. While often stated as being an “investment” vehicle, alongside wholly foreign-owned enterprises (WFOEs) and foreign-invested commercial e ... Read more...
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By Xiaolei Gu, Posted:
8th May 2012 09:07
China’s Ministry of Commerce released the 12th Five-Year Plan (FYP) for Foreign Trade Development last week, which aims at an annual growth of 10 percent during 2011-2015 and a total of US$4.8 trillion by 2015.
The 12th FYP outlines the fruitful achievements made during the 11th FYP, analyzes the new domestic and international environment for foreign trade, and ... Read more...
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By Allen Smith, Posted:
25th April 2012 09:15
To put it bluntly, who doesn’t want to earn a little extra money, especially, while dealing with an outstanding debt amount? Well, everyone, I guess. One of these most efficient and reliable vehicle to achieve this goal is building and generating money online to pay off debts and ... Read more...
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By Gerd Foerster, Posted:
18th April 2012 10:22
Amongst the several advantages of doing businesses in Brazil, the most important are related to the Brazilian territorial size and its population. Possessing an almost continental extension, being the fifth largest country of the world in area and with a population of approximately 200 million inhabitants, Brazil has a consuming market of more than 120 million people. ... Read more...
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By Tom Cleveland, Posted:
16th April 2012 09:51
At one time in the not too distant past, international commerce was primarily the private playground of large corporate enterprises. Transaction sizes were large, supported by expensive “letter-of-credit” processes involving a host of bankers, lawyers, finance professionals, and shipping companies. In today’s modern era of globalisation ... Read more...
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By Pascal Morosini, Global Head of GSF Sales and Relationship Management, Clearstream, Posted:
10th April 2012 09:47
Look after your P&L – receive collateral for your cash and re-use it for additional revenue
The introduction of EMIR (and Dodd Frank), Solvency II, CRD IV, MiFID/MiFIR and others will require many systemic changes for all players in the financial market, both financial and non-financial institutions.
The shock of the crisis prompte ... Read more...
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By Tony del Amo, Posted:
29th March 2012 12:37
Le Gallais & Luce traces its heritage back to the last years of the 19th century, making it almost certainly the oldest law firm in Jersey. However, in order to survive, it has always ensured that its staff is on the cutting edge of changes to the law and the legal system.
Today, approximately half of its turnover derives from p ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
6th March 2012 09:54
Overseas investors have invested about Rs. 14,000 crore into the Indian equity market so far this month and experts expect this positive trend to continue in the future as well.
Since the beginning of 2012, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have infused a total of Rs. 24, ... Read more...
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By Marc Saluzzi & Susanne Weismüller, Posted:
5th March 2012 09:57
Since the outset of the financial crisis, the financial services industry has been faced with a host of regulatory initiatives, which it has to analyse, comment on as part of consultation procedures and finally put into practice. The cumulative impact of various regulatory initiatives on the global investment fund industry is uncertain and should be analysed, in order ... Read more...
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By Steven Daniels & Faiz Ahmad , Posted:
28th February 2012 10:50
The choice of acquisition vehicle, and more broadly speaking the choice of investment structure, can profoundly impact a fund's experience with an investment in a variety of significant, and often economically relevant, ways. Historically, most businesses were organized as corporations. Over time, however, the trend ha ... Read more...
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By Kavita Patel & Andrew Stilton, Posted:
24th February 2012 13:02
It is likely that there will be a continuing move towards investment funds consolidation over the next few years, particularly venture capital trusts (VCTs) and conventional investment trusts.
In the case of VCTs, this is likely to result, in part, from proposed changes to the VCT rules which were set out in the draft 2012 Finance Bill published in December ... Read more...
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By Fiona Le Poidevin, Posted:
23rd February 2012 09:56
Guernsey has an investment fund industry with a heritage that stretches back half a century. The sector has seen a gradual yet sustained shift where the balance of business has moved from being largely retail, equity-traded/cash-based schemes to predominantly institutional, alternate and niche funds. This experience means that the Island has built a wealth of expertise ... Read more...
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By Jake Powers, Posted:
20th February 2012 09:24
Investors have been acquiring businesses and making minority investments in privately held companies since the dawn of the industrial revolution. However with a few exceptions, private equity in the first half of the 20th century was the domain of wealthy individuals and families.
Early H ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
17th February 2012 12:07
Local governments of several Chinese coastal cities are offering further incentives to equity investment enterprises, as private equity (PE) investment has emerged as one of the most important capital-raising avenues for small and medium-sized enterprises in those areas.
Shenzhen: PE Development Fund ... Read more...
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By Ita Mc Ardle, Posted:
16th February 2012 10:21
AIFMD - Isle of Man assured and confident that it can be part of the structure from initiation.
In the wake of the financial crisis that exploded from 2008 onwards and the effects of that on funds one issue has been the subject of harsh exposure. That is the corporate governance of funds suffering exposures and, more pa ... Read more...
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By Claire Keeney, Posted:
15th February 2012 10:10
Given European wide austerity measures and economic uncertainty, it is expected that 2012 will be a difficult year for the commercial and retail property fund sectors. The sovereign debt and financial crisis continues to negatively impact financial markets, specifically within Euro dominated countries in the Eurozone. Relative inaction by some European policymakers app ... Read more...
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By Nicolas Palate , Posted:
14th February 2012 09:59
Despite the current economic slowdown, Private Equity remains a key feature of the economic landscape, playing a major role in the business economy as it represents a fundamental source of support to unlisted companies, throughout their lifecycle. It also permits direct and indirect investment in and promotion of innovation and new technologies, and as a result stimulates growth ... Read more...
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By Steven T. Kolyer, Posted:
13th February 2012 09:52
The scope and volume of credit and credit intermediation services being provided by banks and banking institutions has been going through a period of stress and contraction while the need for such services continues to exist and, in many markets, grow. Opportunities exist, and will continue to expand, for non-banks – particularly private, unregulated funds a ... Read more...
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By Zeeshan A. Ahmedani & Salim Azzam, Posted:
9th February 2012 10:40
Introduction
Foreign firms marketing securities to local investors in countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (the "GCC") (in particular, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates) are subject ... Read more...
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By James Lasry, Posted:
8th February 2012 10:02
After nearly seven years, Gibraltar’s Experienced Investor Fund regime is being updated and modernised in a continuation of the partnership between the industry, the Financial Services Commission (the FSC or Regulator) and the Government of Gibraltar. Prior to 2005, Gibraltar’s fund industry comprised a handful of funds regulated under the, then, F ... Read more...
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By Malcolm Preston, Lauren Koopman & Phil Case, Posted:
2nd February 2012 10:29
The evolution of the sustainability agenda
Corporate response to sustainability issues has evolved as companies recognize the financial impacts. Sustainable development - the notion of being able to continue current operations indefinitely - requires the concurrent management of economic ... Read more...
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By Robyn Schofield, Posted:
1st February 2012 10:17
With a flat corporate tax rate of 30% (applying to both revenue and capital gains), Australia is far removed from the zero or low tax jurisdictions traditionally considered to be "tax havens". Nonetheless, the Australian Government has long desired to establish Australia as a financial services hub and the past decade has s ... Read more...
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By Prachi Loona & Dhaval Vussonji, Posted:
27th January 2012 10:45
In a move to boost investments and increase investor base in times of significant foreign outflows and rupee volatility, in August 2011, Qualified Foreign Investors (QFIs) were allowed to invest in the units of mutual funds. This was taken a step further when the Finance Ministry vide its press release dated 1st ... Read more...
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By Svetlana London, Alexander Yurchik & Victoria Semernaya , Posted:
26th January 2012 10:47
Introduction
Looking back over the past three years we can see that the securities legal framework is constantly improving in Russia. Various changes and innovations were introduced in 2009 – 2010. ... Read more...
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By Andrew Bates, Posted:
24th January 2012 09:40
Notwithstanding the ongoing international economic crisis, the Irish funds industry continues to thrive with latest industry statistics highlighting that Irish domiciled fund assets have now passed the Euro 1 trillion mark. New fund launches have steadily increased, with many existing industry participants launching alternative type ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
18th January 2012 09:48
Much has been made of comparisons between China and India, much of it driven by the fact that the two nations are (occasionally reluctant) neighbors, their size, population and simultaneous development and progression. For two nations so large, sometimes at polar opposites, yet at the same time offering potentially comparable market sizes, is unprecedented in history.
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Dr Katherine Woodthorpe, Posted:
12th January 2012 10:40
The vital role that innovation plays in our nation’s development is, rightly, well recognised.
But what is not well understood is how management expertise and capital move ideas and concepts from laboratories, garages and backrooms into innovative, commercially viable products and services, adding to the economic well-being ... Read more...
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Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
5th January 2012 10:28
China’s National Development and Reform Commission and Ministry of Commerce promulgated the 2012 Foreign Investment Industrial Guidance Catalog on December 24, 2011, which will take effect from January 30, 2012. The new Catalog replaces the previous version released in 2007.
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By Calum Mckenzie, Posted:
14th December 2011 09:51
The BVI has long been recognised as the ‘go-to’ domicile for the incorporation of offshore companies. There is no question that this can be attributed in large part to the basic tenet of the jurisdiction being tax neutral, highly cost efficient and offering a good degree of privacy within which to conduct business affairs. However many other far less successful jurisdi ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Posted:
30th November 2011 10:54
This is my executive summary following the Economist Newspaper’s annual China Summit in Beijing. Kindly note the views expressed are my own, and are derived from my own experience of running a MNC business in China, as well as taking into account comments made during the summit. They do not reflect the views of, are not contributed to, and are not endorsed by the Economist Group ... Read more...
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By Maarten Roos, Posted:
22nd November 2011 10:33
Part I: How to choose between a Representative Office, a Joint Venture and a Wholly-owned Subsidiaries
In 2008 when the global financial crisis struck, European companies put on hold most of their plans to develop the business in China – preservation of cash was a greater priority. The recent unc ... Read more...
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By Chris Devonshire-Ellis, Posted:
21st November 2011 09:42
Both Hong Kong and Singapore provide viable domiciles for a holding company…But what are the differences?
Singapore doesn’t usually come onto the radar for most folks when it comes to holding China investments, but in the changing dynamic ... Read more...
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By Oscar A. Mersan , Posted:
17th November 2011 10:20
The Financial Times Business Ltd., stated in “The Banker Supplement” September 2010 Edition: “PARAGUAY: GREEN AND GROWING” and the Sudameris Bank of the Abbey Group inserted in said Supplement an ad highlighting titled “THE SUN S ... Read more...
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By Anne Todd , Posted:
16th November 2011 10:58
2010 – 2011 was a very busy period for the advisory committee and legislators who engaged in amending the Cayman Islands Companies Law with an eye to removing the stumbling blocks which have troubled lawyers and clients alike in recent times. The Companies (Amendment) Law, 2011 (the "Law") resolves these issues and some of the most important changes are highl ... Read more...
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By Thierry Afschrift, Posted:
15th November 2011 09:23
The global economic crisis is primarily due to the financial crisis which started on 2007, before reaching its higher point during the second half of 2008. As for the purely financial crisis, it attacked the capacity, and will, of the banks to lend money, a fact that had negative repercussions on the consumers and, generally, on the economic activity.
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By Michael R. Littenberg , Posted:
14th November 2011 09:43
The NASDAQ OMX Group recently received approval from the SEC to launch its new listing market, the BX Venture Market. The BX Venture Market is intended to serve as a new listing alternative for early stage and smaller companies that do not qualify for a NASDAQ Capital Market listing, bridging the gap between the over-the-counter markets and NASDAQ's existing listing venues. ... Read more...
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By Conrad Chan & Vivian Tse, Posted:
10th November 2011 09:29
Hong Kong’s proximity to the PRC market, sound legal system and regulatory framework, free flow of capital and advanced clearing and settlement infrastructure have made it an attractive listing place for companies which have strong PRC connections or are planning to tap into the PRC market.
There are various ways for compani ... Read more...
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By Céline Fillistorf, Posted:
9th November 2011 10:28
Private Equity is associated with a number of things - illiquidity, excess remuneration, high returns and high risk, exclusivity, entrepreneurship, Facebook, and the list goes on depending whom one asks. The asset class has been around long enough to be firmly established as a leader in the investment arena, producing higher long-term performance than any other asset class. & ... Read more...
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By Lance Jon Kimmel, Posted:
2nd November 2011 11:05
One of the bright spots on the public company scene in recent years has been the rise of Chinese companies going public in the U.S. The sheer size of the ever-growing Chinese domestic market was certain to present an almost endless supply of companies with millions of dollars of predictable revenue and profit. It seemed too good to be true and by mid- to late-2010, it started to ... Read more...
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By Ichino Brugnatelli e Associati, Posted:
31st October 2011 10:10
Although Italy is often considered as a peripheral Country, its economy is still one of the most developed in the world. It employs millions of people across diverse industries: no need to list world famous Italian brands and products.
Thanks to its mild climate, natural beauty and rich history and culture, this Country is t ... Read more...
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By Nico Abel, Posted:
26th October 2011 10:32
For many decades, Germany has consistently experienced significant inbound investment and it is widely recognised that foreign investment has been a considerable contributor to growth and prosperity in Germany. Investment from the US has always been strong and continues to account for a large share of foreign investment. More recently, cash rich strategic investors fro ... Read more...
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By Sohail Jaffer, Posted:
21st October 2011 09:34
While the financial sector is recovering slowly, Shari’ah compliant finance is rising as one of the fastest growing segments of global finance. Estimated at USD1trillion currently, the alternative finance has been growing exponentially at double digit rates for over a decade and has spread across all financial components including insurance. The nascent insur ... Read more...
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By Timothy W. Mungovan, Stephen LaRose and Joel Cavanaugh, Posted:
5th October 2011 09:07
Investors in Madoff feeder funds who redeemed capital prior to the disclosure of the fraud in December 2008 (“Redeeming Investors”) face increasing litigation risk. While almost three years have passed since the Ponzi scheme was exposed, Redeeming Investors should not assume that the passage of time has reduced their litigation risk. Redeeming Inves ... Read more...
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By Catarina Goncalves, Posted:
21st September 2011 10:42
Economy diplomacy will play a big part on the recovery of the Portuguese economy for the next few years. Portugal is focused on positioning itself as a hub for investments in emerging economies, such as Angola, China, India and Brazil, given the existing strong historic links, not to mention the same language in some of the cases.
Strong treaty ... Read more...
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20th September 2011 10:00
Both Chinese and European newspapers have been reacting strongly to a land purchase plan in Iceland announced recently by Chinese industrialist Huang Nubo, but in different ways. While Chinese newspapers put up proud headlines highlighting the potential deal that would take up a staggering 0.3 percent of Iceland, European countries questioned whether the business plan is a purely commerci ... Read more...
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By Andrei Dumitrache, Posted:
19th September 2011 10:00
Whenever called to give a few words on doing business in Romania, I always dedicate a substantial part of that to the Romanian corporate tax system. The reason is besides any personal bias, Romania does not lack a certain “tax appeal” making it a desirable target for entrepreneurs with an appetite for emerging markets.
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By Simon Sheung and Lena Xia of Asia Briefing, Posted:
16th September 2011 10:10
With China’s economic rise, a new type of consumer is being born. Incomes are rising, consumers are feeling increasingly optimistic about their financial futures and new consumer demographics are emerging.
The Global Financial Crisis in 2008 had caused economic downturn in most of the world, yet it did virtually nothing to c ... Read more...
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By Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
31st August 2011 09:17
As part of its World Trade Organization accession process, China ratified regulations that permit foreign companies to establish fully operational wholly foreign-owned enterprises that can distribute, act as an agent, retail and wholesale domestically, source domestically, and import and export, and as of 2005, do so all over China. These companies, known as foreign-invested com ... Read more...
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Dezan Shira & Associates, Posted:
24th August 2011 09:10
Following the principles in the State Council document “Opinions on Further Improving the Work of Utilizing Foreign Investment,” China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) has recently added a number of changes to the “Foreign Investment Catalog.” Initially introduced by the NDRC and the Ministry of C ... Read more...
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By Carlo Fossati, Franco Tofacchi & Maria Clavarino, Posted:
8th August 2011 10:39
Italy normally reminds you of not worrying, being happy, easy life-style, and, if anything, holidays. It is still a destination reached by people from all over the world either for business or for leisure or, possibly, for both. Furthermore, it has one of the highest per capita incomes in Europe, especially in its most affluent regions. Sounds like you can be ... Read more...
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By Jason E. Brown and Lisa M. Ragosta, Posted:
3rd August 2011 11:56
Non-U.S. private fund managers traditionally had been exempted from registration as investment advisers with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) due to the “private adviser exemption” under Section 203(b)(3) of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (the “Advisers Act”). Under this exemption, an adviser was ... Read more...
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27th July 2011 11:39
The wholly foreign-owned enterprise has become the investment vehicle of choice for the international investor wanting to manufacture service or trade in China. In addition to the WFOE’s expansive business scope, its unrivaled popularity arises from multiple other factors:
100 percent foreign ownership and ... Read more...
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By Ahmed Ali Alvi & Samer Hijazi, Posted:
20th July 2011 10:09
The need for Islamic Insurance:
The growth of conventional life and non-life insurance remains underdeveloped in the Muslim world. This is because conventional insurance incorporates several elements that are outlawed by the Shariah. For instance, it has an element of gharar, or uncertainty, embedded in th ... Read more...
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By Kavita Patel, Posted:
27th June 2011 13:38
Corporate finance has a huge part to play in the success of the UK energy market not least because bank funding can be difficult to obtain for renewable projects – it is common knowledge that major UK banks have shown a reluctance to be involved in this market. Combined with the fact that there are very exciting profits available, Martineau’s city-facing Corp ... Read more...
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By Nusrat Hassan & Santosh Pai, Posted:
22nd June 2011 11:48
Small and Medium Enterprises constitute almost 90% of the industrial enterprises in India. Together they contribute 45% of the country’s industrial output and 40% of its total exports. This vast segment is comprised of private enterprises which report annual turnover figures between Rs. 10 crore (US$ 2.2 million) and Rs. 700 crore (US$ 155 million). ... Read more...
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By Robert L. Kohl, Posted:
12th May 2011 18:42
Two sections of the recently enacted Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (the “Dodd-Frank Act”), which attempt to implement social policy goals by means of public company disclosure, will impose particularly costly compliance burdens on these companies.
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By Nasareo Lazzaro, Posted:
18th April 2011 21:35
Modern day technology has had a massive impact on the way we live our lives and is constantly developing and changing the world around us. The people behind the latest technological advancements are usually backed by wealthy investors and high profile institutions.& ... Read more...
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