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    China's New Outbound Investment Rules Put Consumer M&A Under Full-Lifecycle Scrutiny
    Insights | 07 July, 2026

    China's New Outbound Investment Rules Put Consumer M&A Under Full-Lifecycle Scrutiny

    Executive Summary State Council Decree No. 837 (effective July 1, 2026) establishes a security-focused legal framework that reshapes outbound M&A. It does not ban consumer sector deals, but it changes how they must be structured, approved, and integrated. Expansion of Regulatory Scope: Individual Investors and Indirect Structures Brought into the Compliance Scope Resident individuals are, […]
    Heavy AI Spending, Slow Returns: Why Organizational Redesign Comes First
    Insights | 25 June, 2026

    Heavy AI Spending, Slow Returns: Why Organizational Redesign Comes First

    Overview Corporate AI has settled into a familiar pattern: broad use, thin value. Close to 90% of companies now use AI routinely in at least one business function, yet only a handful have turned that into value at enterprise scale. The bottleneck is not the technology. It is the organization. At its core, AI transformation […]
    How Strong Governance and Communication Keep a New Listing Trading Well
    Insights | 23 June, 2026

    How Strong Governance and Communication Keep a New Listing Trading Well

    Most companies approach an IPO as a milestone. In reality, it is a reset. The valuation is set, the story is told, and the stock begins trading. From that point onward, the market is no longer pricing potential. It is pricing delivery. The most critical period is often the six to eighteen months that follow, […]
    EU-Asia ESG Alignment Across the Value-Chain: The CSRD Catalyst
    Insights | 29 October, 2023

    EU-Asia ESG Alignment Across the Value-Chain: The CSRD Catalyst

    Identifying the ESG compatibility between your corporate headquarters and the Asian sector of your value chain goes beyond standard due diligence—it’s a call for proactive responsibility. As the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) expands its scope, it necessitates a comprehensive examination of ESG interactions globally. “Is our global sustainability initiative thoroughly implemented in Asia?” […]
    Tiger Cities of Asia: A Look at the M&A Landscape in Hong Kong & Singapore
    Insights | 12 September, 2023

    Tiger Cities of Asia: A Look at the M&A Landscape in Hong Kong & Singapore

    Introduction Amidst recent ripples of turbulence in the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscapes of Hong Kong and Singapore, these two financial powerhouses continue to hold their ground as prominent and resilient markets for business consolidations and strategic partnerships. M&A is an important strategic tool for businesses aiming to achieve growth, enhance competitiveness, and capitalize on […]
    Vietnam Sustainability Investments
    Insights | 08 September, 2023

    Vietnam Sustainability Investments

    Introduction Energy plays a crucial role in the development of any country, and Vietnam is no exception. With a rapidly growing population and expanding industrial sector, the country is facing increasing energy demand. At the same time, Vietnam is striving to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels and mitigate the impact of energy on the […]
    SPACs in the US Versus Other Exchanges
    Insights | 17 August, 2023

    SPACs in the US Versus Other Exchanges

    I  Introduction The growth in popularity of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) has been a pivotal shift in global capital markets, and nowhere more so than in the United States. Though SPACs have found a footing in various financial landscapes, the US market takes the lead in global SPAC activity. This article will delve into […]
    China Decoupling: Exploring Alternative Markets
    Insights | 31 July, 2023

    China Decoupling: Exploring Alternative Markets

    Introduction Geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, and supply chain risks related to foreign companies in China continue to affect global business operations. As a result, the concept of “China decoupling” has gained popularity among corporations and industries and emerging markets are being viewed as potential beneficiaries of this trend. This article is the first one in […]
    Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) - A Key Strategy for European’s Sustainable Development
    Insights | 14 July, 2023

    Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) - A Key Strategy for European’s Sustainable Development

    Overview of the regulation The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) came into force on January 5, 2023. It is an update to the existing Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD) and aims to enhance sustainability reporting by companies operating in the European Union (EU). The CSRD builds upon the NFRD, which was introduced in 2014, as part […]
    CBAM is Impacting Trade Between Europe and Asia
    Insights | 20 June, 2023

    CBAM is Impacting Trade Between Europe and Asia

    Carbon leakage is a type of spillover effect in which a country’s adoption of stricter climate policies leads to a reduction in emissions in the country, and an increase in greenhouse gas emissions in another country. If a country’s emissions policies increase local costs, another country with less stringent policies may have a trade advantage. […]
    EV Battery Investment in the European Market and Chinese Suppliers
    Insights | 05 June, 2023

    EV Battery Investment in the European Market and Chinese Suppliers

    The Market Demand Electric vehicles (EVs) have become an unstoppable trend in the automotive industry. In October 2022, the Council of the European Union and the European Parliament reached an agreement to move towards zero emissions from motor vehicles. Their mandate stipulates that by 2035, no internal combustion engines will be permitted for sale in […]
    Sustainable Supply Chains in China: A Roadmap for European Companies
    Insights | 30 May, 2023

    Sustainable Supply Chains in China: A Roadmap for European Companies

    Consumer sentiments are shifting towards favoring more responsible business practices. Simultaneously, concerns about human rights and the environmental impacts of such practices are also on the rise. These concerns contribute to the increasing urgency to transform supply chains towards more environmentally and socially sustainable models. the environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) has emerged as […]
    SPAC as an Alternative to IPO
    Insights | 29 May, 2023

    SPAC as an Alternative to IPO

    Why SPACs are still one of the best alternatives for mid-market companies to get listed Going public is often a milestone for mid-market companies, but a traditional IPO can be complex, time-consuming and costly, leading many companies to seek alternative routes to the public markets. One such alternative is merging with a so-called Special Purpose […]
    Fundraising in Vietnam
    Insights | 15 March, 2023

    Fundraising in Vietnam

    Fundraising has become increasingly more important for many companies in Vietnam, including everything from non-profits to startups. Being the fastest-growing country in Southeast Asia and with a population of around 98 million, Vietnam is indeed one of the most interesting countries in the region for the purpose of fundraising. In this article, we review the […]
    How to Find & Verify Suppliers in China
    Insights | 15 March, 2023

    How to Find & Verify Suppliers in China

    Sourcing products in China can be a cost-effective strategy for companies looking to expand their supply chain. However, with the multitude of options available, selecting the right supplier can be a daunting task. In this article, we review the various strategies for identifying suppliers in China, and the importance of evaluating potential suppliers before committing […]
    Supply Chain Financing in China
    Insights | 06 March, 2023

    Supply Chain Financing in China

    With the impact of the epidemic, the differentiation of the global supply chain has accelerated. As a business owner, no doubt that you have the nonsystematic risk of delayed deliveries and delayed payments. In 2022, the Chinese government raised attention to encouraging enterprises to improve operational efficiency through supply chain financing. In this article, we […]
    Fundraising in China: Opportunities & Challenges
    Insights | 06 March, 2023

    Fundraising in China: Opportunities & Challenges

    China’s economy has been growing at an impressive rate over the past few decades, and its fundraising landscape has gone through significant changes as a result. While the government has historically been the major source of funding for companies in China, there has been a shift towards private investors and venture capital firms in recent […]
    Electronics Manufacturing & Sourcing in the Philippines: A Comprehensive Guide
    Insights | 24 February, 2023

    Electronics Manufacturing & Sourcing in the Philippines: A Comprehensive Guide

    Philippines’ electronics manufacturing industry dates to the 1970s when the country’s stable political environment and affordable, English-speaking workforce started to attract multinationals. Starting from the assembly of basic chips, the industry has grown to produce advanced components like microprocessors, CD-ROMs, and computers. It became so vital to the country’s economy that companies in the industry […]
    Market Entry & Expansion in Indonesia: Key Insights & Market Trends
    Insights | 24 February, 2023

    Market Entry & Expansion in Indonesia: Key Insights & Market Trends

    Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia, has experienced a steady economic growth of around 5% per year for the past decade. The country boasts abundant natural resources, a large domestic market with increasing purchasing power, and a young population. With a population of over 275 million, Indonesia represents more than one-third of ASEAN’s population, […]
    Sourcing & Manufacturing in India: An Introduction
    Insights | 17 February, 2023

    Sourcing & Manufacturing in India: An Introduction

    Companies are increasingly shifting their focus from China to other Asian markets for sourcing and manufacturing of products. India gets some of the most attention and will play an important role in acting as a complement to Chinese manufacturing in the future. In this article, we take a deeper look into the Indian manufacturing landscape, […]
    Electronics Manufacturing & Sourcing in Malaysia: An Introduction
    Insights | 19 January, 2023

    Electronics Manufacturing & Sourcing in Malaysia: An Introduction

    The Malaysian electronics manufacturing industry began in the 1970s with simple components and semiconductor parts assembly. Throughout the years, the industry matured to complete assembly of computer equipment, TV, electric vehicles, and smart electronics. Malaysia is ambitious in moving the sector further in the value chain to create advanced autonomous units such as autonomous vehicles, […]
    Setting Up a Company in China: A Complete Guide
    Insights | 03 January, 2023

    Setting Up a Company in China: A Complete Guide

    China has been active in lifting restrictions on foreign investments in the past years, with a goal to make the market more attractive. One example is the Negative List, a list of industry sectors that prohibit foreign investments, which had 117 items in 2022, down from 151 items in 2018. The government also removed restrictions […]
    Vietnam’s Supply Chain: A Comprehensive Overview
    Insights | 02 January, 2023

    Vietnam’s Supply Chain: A Comprehensive Overview

    Vietnam’s supply market gets increasingly more attention as companies seek to diversify manufacturing, and as its manufacturing capabilities increase. It has also introduced various free trade agreements, and the government has eased foreign ownership regulations in the past years. Yet, many companies have little insights into the country’s supply chain capabilities and infrastructure, and how […]
    Industrial Equipment Manufacturing in China
    Insights | 23 December, 2022

    Industrial Equipment Manufacturing in China

    Machinery and industrial equipment manufacturing is one of the biggest industries in China. It’s also the biggest exporter of the products globally, having a market share of around 30% and with many foreign companies relying on its supply market. In this article, we review the industry in China, what kinds of machinery and equipment are […]
    M&A in China: An Introductory Guide for Foreign Investors
    Insights | 19 December, 2022

    M&A in China: An Introductory Guide for Foreign Investors

    China is one of the most active countries in M&A worldwide and has witnessed many market changes in recent years. At this stage of China’s industrial transformation and upgrading, the country’s potential is attracting foreign investors to engage more intensely in the local M&A market. As the regulatory system is complex but continues to develop, […]
    Vietnam Contract Manufacturing: A Complete Guide
    Insights | 17 December, 2022

    Vietnam Contract Manufacturing: A Complete Guide

    Vietnam has become one of the most sought-after manufacturing destinations in Asia, following the US-China Trade War, recent supply chain disruptions, and for companies to find manufacturing diversification opportunities. The country is mainly known for its cost-competitiveness and increasing manufacturing capabilities. Yet, improvements are still needed considering infrastructure, efficiency, and transparency. Many have read about […]
    China’s Hydrogen Strategy: Present & Future State
    Insights | 29 November, 2022

    China’s Hydrogen Strategy: Present & Future State

    As China takes faster steps to achieve green development, hydrogen plays a key role in process of transitioning the energy mix and addressing climate change. For a long time, China’s primary energy sources has come from coal, oil and natural gas. Over the last decade, fueled by geopolitical tension and the impact of the Covid-19 […]
    China Contract Manufacturing: A Comprehensive Guide
    Insights | 15 November, 2022

    China Contract Manufacturing: A Comprehensive Guide

    Contract manufacturing has been a common and effective solution to relieve the shortage of production output and decrease costs. China has undoubtedly been a major market for contract manufacturing, thanks to its manufacturing capabilities and developed supplier base. In this article, we review contract manufacturing in China, including the benefits, risks, but also how you […]
    Solar energy batteries are booming in China
    Insights | 10 November, 2022

    Solar energy batteries are booming in China

    The solar energy battery market has got much attention in China in recent years, being a fast-growing industry in renewable energy. In short, a solar energy battery is a semiconductor sheet that uses sunlight to instantly generate electricity, it is sometimes also referred to as “solar chip” or “photovoltaic cells”. The batteries can instantly generate […]
    China’s Semiconductor Industry: Current Development and Complications
    Insights | 09 November, 2022

    China’s Semiconductor Industry: Current Development and Complications

    In 2022, the global semiconductor industry suffered greatly, following shortages in 2021. While the technology sector stocks lost over 30% year-to-year, semiconductor stocks have seen a decline of more than 40%. At the same time, leading chip manufacturers such as Intel, SK, and Samsung, announced production reduction plans for the products. The global semiconductor industry […]
    Importing Wood to Vietnam: An Introduction
    Insights | 02 November, 2022

    Importing Wood to Vietnam: An Introduction

    Vietnam has a diverse sourcing market for wooden products and furniture, counting for more than 4% of the global market. It’s the second-largest market in Asia, and the largest in Southeast Asia, putting it under the spotlight from major trading partners. Since Vietnam’s admission to the WTO in 2007, the industry has grown much, particularly […]
    Textile & Clothing Manufacturing in Indonesia
    Insights | 22 October, 2022

    Textile & Clothing Manufacturing in Indonesia

    With robust economic growth and rising purchasing power, Indonesia becomes an attractive destination for the clothing and textile industry. Still, fierce competition from international companies poses both risks and opportunities in the market. This article will introduce Indonesia’s textile and clothing manufacturing industry, describing insights such as why companies choose to source here and what […]
    CSR Audits in China: Complete Guide
    Insights | 14 October, 2022

    CSR Audits in China: Complete Guide

    CSR has received increasing attention among companies with manufacturing in China in recent years. As a result of new government regulations and higher expectations from end consumers, companies are increasing their efforts to take CSR more seriously. In this article, we review CSR in China and what changes we can expect in the coming years. […]