Indonesian government tightens rules on palm oil firms’ mandatory land allocation for smallholders
New rules require firms to give 20 percent of their land to smallholders before the government extends their permits.
Policy Matters
So hard to do, say businessmen in Malaysia as many still struggle to understand self-billed e-invoices
Businesses said the requirement to issue these invoices for transactions involving foreign sellers and non-invoicing local parties has raised significant challenges, prompting…
Year-end stimulus expected to boost Vietnam’s economic growth
A series of year-end stimulus solutions is expected to spur Vietnam's economy to achieve the GDP growth target of over 7 per cent this year.
House OKs bill that lets foreigners lease land in Philippines for 99 years
The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved on third and final reading a bill that would extend up to 99 years, from the current 50, the period in which private land can be…
Japan’s Financial Services Agency begins considering tougher regulations on cryptocurrencies
If the revisions are realized, it is likely that the FSA will be able to oblige issuers of cryptocurrencies to disclose the details of their businesses and cryptocurrency brands.…
Investor confidence neutral as Thai markets await US trade policies
While the Thai stock market witnessed a modest increase in the first half of November due to strong corporate earnings, the US presidential election and subsequent concerns over…
Singapore Airlines joins turbulence data-sharing platform 5 months after SQ321 flight left 1 dead, dozens hurt
So far in 2024, six airlines have joined Turbulence Aware. Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific and Dubai-based Emirates signed up earlier in the year.
Crypto tax postponed again: Why Korea remains a rare case
The original plan proposed a 22 percent tax on annual crypto income exceeding 2.5 million won ($1,750) starting in January 2022 but has been delayed three times due to political…
Exports hit as India wants ‘no Chinese component’ in Nepali goods
Manufacturers and exporters say they are in a dilemma over trade with India following the restrictive measures imposed by New Delhi on Nepali goods. Making matters worse is the…
Trump’s policy to drive growth of Thai property sector in 2025
Property consultant confident the expected tariffs on China will push foreign businesses to move their bases to Thailand.