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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, […]
    Greening Steel in Asia: A Race for Innovation
    Insights | 18 April, 2022

    Greening Steel in Asia: A Race for Innovation

    Given the growing support from governments and major consumers of the steel industry – construction, automotive, and household appliances – the green steel market is developing at a rapid pace. Our insight looks at the current development of green steel in top Asian markets – as they race to reach net-zero emissions. Despite steel being […]
    Sourcing & Manufacturing in Thаilаnd: An Introduction
    Insights | 15 April, 2022

    Sourcing & Manufacturing in Thаilаnd: An Introduction

    In this article, we review Thailand as a manufacturing destination and why it’s considered one of Asia’s most important export markets. First, we cover the benefits and disadvantages of choosing Thailand for manufacturing. This will give you an understanding of why companies keep or relocate production to neighboring countries. The article also gives you an […]
    Indonesia’s New Capital Reveals New Business Opportunities
    Insights | 08 April, 2022

    Indonesia’s New Capital Reveals New Business Opportunities

    On January 18th, 2022, the Indonesian House of Representatives officially approved a law to move the capital of this island nation to East Kalimantan province on the island of Borneo. The new capital was named Nusantara, which means “archipelago” in Javanese. After several delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the capital construction project was officially […]
    Southeast Asian Governments’ Shift in COVID Polices Gives Way to Economic Revival
    Insights | 08 April, 2022

    Southeast Asian Governments’ Shift in COVID Polices Gives Way to Economic Revival

    The impact of the COVID pandemic has started to subside in Southeast Asia. Regional governments continue to ease restrictions and further open their borders in 2022, giving rise to the recovery of key tourism industries and cross-border businesses. Despite the recent uncertainties caused by the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the region’s overall economy is still set for […]
    Sourcing & Manufacturing in the Philippines: An Introduction
    Insights | 04 April, 2022

    Sourcing & Manufacturing in the Philippines: An Introduction

    This is the fourth article in our series where we explain the most interesting manufacturing destinations in Southeast Asia. The Philippines is one of the top three candidates together with Indonesia and Vietnam, something we will cover later in this article. The topics covered include the benefits and disadvantages of setting up manufacturing in the […]
    Investing in China – Opportunities Surpass Uncertainties
    Insights | 30 March, 2022

    Investing in China – Opportunities Surpass Uncertainties

    Despite rising concern about investing and doing business in China, the country’s growth potential makes it a hard-to-miss investment opportunity. Several global investment firms announced new deals in Hong Kong and mainland China earlier this year, consolidating their faith in the region’s long-term development. The M&A market in China is meeting another challenging year with […]
    Sourcing & Manufacturing in Indonesia: An Introduction
    Insights | 29 March, 2022

    Sourcing & Manufacturing in Indonesia: An Introduction

    Global supply chain disruptions have made companies aware of the importance of diversifying supply chains. As China focuses more on advanced manufacturing, companies target new markets for low-cost sourcing in Southeast Asia. In this article, we review what makes Indonesia interesting as a supply market for foreign companies. We will cover its manufacturing industry, the […]
    Vietnam Reopening to International Tourists
    Insights | 29 March, 2022

    Vietnam Reopening to International Tourists

    After two years of complete closure due to the pandemic, Vietnam finally re-opened to international tourists on March 15th, raising hopes for the recovery of the country’s tourism industry to pre-pandemic conditions. Like many other countries, Vietnam’s tourism was severely affected by travel restrictions imposed on foreign as well as local tourists. The tourism sector […]
    Sourcing & Manufacturing in China: An Introduction
    Insights | 23 March, 2022

    Sourcing & Manufacturing in China: An Introduction

    China is the world’s biggest supply market and the first country that comes to people’s minds when discussing manufacturing. Since the 1980s, it’s transitioned from primarily producing low-cost products to becoming an advanced manufacturing market. In this article, we review what products are produced in China and why it remains an attractive supply market. We […]
    Sourcing & Manufacturing in Vietnam: An Introduction
    Insights | 21 March, 2022

    Sourcing & Manufacturing in Vietnam: An Introduction

    Vietnam has become one of Southeast Asia’s greatest beneficiaries of foreign investments in the past years. This can be attributed to both economic and demographic advantages. Global events and supply chain disruptions have also made foreign companies aware of the importance of diversifying supply chains, which has benefited Vietnam greatly. The US-China Trade War and […]
    The Vital Role of the Private Sector in Vietnam’s Green Financing
    Insights | 08 March, 2022

    The Vital Role of the Private Sector in Vietnam’s Green Financing

    In February 2022, HSBC Bank (Vietnam) Limited (HSBC) signed a Letter of Intent on evaluating and providing sustainable financial solutions with Trung Nam Construction Investment Corporation (Trung Nam Group), one of the largest renewable energy developers in Vietnam. This marked the very first milestone of HSBC Vietnam’s commitment to arranging a 12 billion USD fund […]
    Thriving Cloud Business Drives Indonesia’s Spending on IT
    Insights | 04 March, 2022

    Thriving Cloud Business Drives Indonesia’s Spending on IT

    Amazon Web Services to Invest 5 billion USD In Indonesia Cloud Business In December 2021, Amazon Web Services (AWS), U.S. e-commerce giant Amazon’s cloud service, declared its plans to invest 5 billion USD in Indonesia over the next 15 years, as it launched its first cloud infrastructure in the country. Jakarta becomes the 10th location […]
    Policy Easing Paves the Way for the Recovery of China’s Real Estate Industry
    Insights | 04 March, 2022

    Policy Easing Paves the Way for the Recovery of China’s Real Estate Industry

    In the last quarter of 2021, China’s government introduced an extensive property tax trial for the following 5 years, which aims to bring long-term sustainable benefits to both the local governments and its people. The pilot is just one of the recent regulatory changes under China’s socio-economic reform plan, creating huge pressures on property businesses. […]
    China’s Birth Rate Declines To Record Low
    Insights | 04 March, 2022

    China’s Birth Rate Declines To Record Low

    A year after allowing married couples to have up to three children, China’s birth rate is facing a continuing decline, reaching a record low in 2021. Despite multiple efforts from the government to encourage couples to have more children, China’s birth rate dropped for the fifth year in 2021, signalling an ageing population. China’s birth […]
    Vietnam’s Industrial Real Estate Industry Remains Attractive to Foreign Investors
    Insights | 04 March, 2022

    Vietnam’s Industrial Real Estate Industry Remains Attractive to Foreign Investors

    FDI Inflows into Real Estate According to the Ministry of Planning and Investment of Vietnam, the total registered foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam reached 31.15 billion USD in 2021, up 9.2% compared to 2020. Included was the real estate business sector which ranked 3rd with an FDI value of more than 2.6 billion USD […]
    Vietnam’s Double Taxation Avoidance for Foreign Investors
    Insights | 03 March, 2022

    Vietnam’s Double Taxation Avoidance for Foreign Investors

    As of 2022, Vietnam has approximately 80 Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs) signed. The inclusion of DTAA treaties helps eliminate double taxation for individuals, legal entities, and businesses operating in Vietnam and the 80 countries that have DTAAs with Vietnam. Foreign investors in Vietnam will benefit from having a good understanding of the DTAAs and […]
    China’s Booming Electric Vehicle Market Expects Another Year of Great Strides
    Insights | 25 January, 2022

    China’s Booming Electric Vehicle Market Expects Another Year of Great Strides

    Sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) in China reached a record 2.99 million units in 2021, increasing 169% year-on-year (YoY). The surge reflects China’s push to become a key nation in the automotive industry. Despite several prevailing challenges to the production and distribution of electric vehicles (EVs), the forecast for the sector in 2022 is […]
    Vietnam’s Rising Cold Storage Warehouse Market Reveals Opportunities for Investors
    Insights | 11 January, 2022

    Vietnam’s Rising Cold Storage Warehouse Market Reveals Opportunities for Investors

    Vietnam’s cold storage market is expected to grow fast with booming demand, yet the growth is obstructed by a critical shortage of suppliers. The country is in urgent need of more cold storage centres with comprehensive services and centralized cold supply chains. Cold Storage Warehouses Cold storage warehouse, which is part of a cold chain, […]
    Manner Coffee’s IPO Unveils Potential of China’s Coffee Shop Market
    Insights | 10 January, 2022

    Manner Coffee’s IPO Unveils Potential of China’s Coffee Shop Market

    In recent years, local Chinese coffee brands are emerging as strong competitors against the large foreign coffee chains in the country. The success of Manner Coffee highlights this trend and indicates a switch in Chinese consumers’ coffee consumption patterns, revealing new opportunities in China’s coffee shop market. Manner Coffee’s Planned IPO In Hong Kong Manner […]
    Vietnam’s Automobile Market: Upward Projected Growth Trajectory
    Insights | 05 January, 2022

    Vietnam’s Automobile Market: Upward Projected Growth Trajectory

    VinFast (VinFast LLC) is known as Vietnam’s first automobile brand, the company was founded with the backing of Vingroup, one of the most influential conglomerates in the nation. VinFast’s Importance to Vietnam’s Automobile Industry With the ambition to build a high-class Vietnamese brand and gain international recognition, VinFast has made continuous efforts in the design […]
    The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) promotes connectivity among economies in the Asia-Pacific region
    Insights | 03 January, 2022

    The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) promotes connectivity among economies in the Asia-Pacific region

    The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world’s largest trade deal, officially took effect on January 1, 2022, targeting a market of 2.2 billion consumers. RCEP Overview Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is a free trade agreement (FTA) among 10 ASEAN member countries and an additional 5 countries: Australia, China, Japan, South Korea, and New […]
    China’s Services Sector Receives Extensive Government Support
    Insights | 31 December, 2021

    China’s Services Sector Receives Extensive Government Support

    China’s service sector plays a vital part in the country’s economy. In 2020, the services industry accounted for 54% of China’s GDP and 60% of its total economic growth. Starting with Beijing, China has issued multiple initiatives to help foster the growth of the service sector, including adjusting several regulations related to foreign investments in […]
    The Multifaceted Impact of China’s Plan to Impose Property Tax
    Insights | 31 December, 2021

    The Multifaceted Impact of China’s Plan to Impose Property Tax

    In October 2021, the Chinese government has decided on rolling out a pilot property tax in some regions within the next five years, before proceeding with formal legislation. Under the scope of “common prosperity”, the government aims at narrowing the wealth disparities that have been partially caused by the large gaps in homeownership. However, the […]
    Indonesia is On Course to Become a Major Solar Power Exporter
    Insights | 02 December, 2021

    Indonesia is On Course to Become a Major Solar Power Exporter

    In 2021, the government rolled out two important regulations showing strong support for investments in renewable energy. Its neighbouring country, Singapore, signed two agreements on the same day to import solar energy from Indonesia. A recent finding by the Australian National University reveals that Indonesia’s solar power system could reach 190,000 TWh in 2050, far […]
    Singles’ Day In 2021 Sees Emerging Trends in Chinese Retail Landscape
    Insights | 11 November, 2021

    Singles’ Day In 2021 Sees Emerging Trends in Chinese Retail Landscape

    The world’s biggest online shopping day, Chinese Singles’ Day, is coming closer. The shopping season has witnessed significant sales rise every year since its first celebration. Singles’ Day in 2021 will likely be no less impressive, as domestic and international demands grow and leading retailers bring further innovative sales strategies. Singles’ Day is an unofficial […]
    India’s Textile Industry is Resilient, Backed by the Government for Further Growth
    Insights | 10 November, 2021

    India’s Textile Industry is Resilient, Backed by the Government for Further Growth

    Textile exports in India for the first half of 2021 have surpassed pre-pandemic levels, a welcomed development after the dire effects that the COVID pandemic has inflicted on the economy. The Indian government recently introduced a scheme that is expected to help the industry further expand its growth within the next five years. Resilience Amidst […]
    Southeast Asia’s Improved COVID Situation Offers a Positive Outlook For Economy Rebound
    Insights | 08 November, 2021

    Southeast Asia’s Improved COVID Situation Offers a Positive Outlook For Economy Rebound

    With intensive vaccine rollout and heavy restrictions, Southeast Asia has significantly improved its COVID situation towards the end of 2021. Regional governments are gradually lifting restrictions and pushing to reopen, aiming to strike a balance between virus containment and movement of people and money. Southeast Asia’s COVID Cases Southeast Asia’s top economies – Vietnam, Indonesia, […]
    A Look at India’s Dominating Vaccine and Pharma Industry
    Insights | 27 October, 2021

    A Look at India’s Dominating Vaccine and Pharma Industry

    India emerged as one of the world’s largest COVID vaccine exporters in 2020/21. Extensive production with intensive development of “made-in-India” vaccine products enable rapid growth for the nation’s pharma industry as it prepares to become the leader in the post-pandemic world. As of May 2021, India supplied cumulatively 69 million vaccines to 71 countries. The […]
    India’s Unicorn Flush Creates Multiple Opportunities for Investors
    Insights | 27 October, 2021

    India’s Unicorn Flush Creates Multiple Opportunities for Investors

    India is an increasingly attractive land for investors. 28 new companies joined the unicorn list in 2021, indicating promising future robust capital markets. Foreign investment into India grew by 90% during the first three months of the fiscal year, confirming a global appeal in one of the best-performing markets in the region. A New Unicorn […]
    China’s New Regulations for Food Imports and Overseas Facility Registration
    Insights | 22 October, 2021

    China’s New Regulations for Food Imports and Overseas Facility Registration

    The GACC (General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China) has recently introduced two new decrees that, once implemented, would impose significant new requirements for foreign food companies that export to China. Both decrees will come into effect on 1 January 2022, replacing many previous regulations. On 12 April 2021, the General Administration […]