Exporters rue Indian anti-dumping charges on Nepali jute products
After the issue was raised, the Indian side had also informed them of conducting a study and tabling it at the secretary-level meeting of the two countries to remove the charges.…
Policy Matters
Friendly travel policies push China’s inbound tourism surge
Since March 14, China has granted visafree entry on a trial basis to visitors from Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
Bangladesh central bank issues guideline on mergers
The guideline, which keeps provisions for both mutually agreed and forced mergers, says priority must be given to continuing the accounts of depositors of the merged entity or…
More government ads no panacea but deemed necessary for Indonesia’s local media
Media experts say government support through regulations and budget spending is crucial to ensure a level playing field amid increasingly dominant tech platforms, but the industry…
Experts propose ban on trade, import of new-generation tobacco products in Vietnam
Allowing new tobacco products will likely result in a rise in the number of addicts in addition to the same health and economic concerns related to traditional cigarettes,…
China-US relations cannot return to old days, but future can be bright: President Xi
Under current circumstances, common interests of China and the US are not diminishing but increasing, President Xi said, citing fields such as the economy, trade and agriculture,…
China steps up pursuit of foreign investors, as companies await concrete action
Beijing hosted a slew of high-profile events this week aimed at drawing more foreign investment into the country, but the business community is hoping to see more supportive…
Thailand eyes special visas for digital nomads to woo foreign AI experts
Digital Economy and Society Minister Prasert Chanthararuangthong said the country requires some 100,000 experts for artificial intelligence-related jobs, but currently only has…
China’s industrial upgrading to offer better prospects for foreign firms
Despite facing mounting uncertainties and challenges, China is willing to work with other countries to establish a global industrial and supply chain system that is secure,…
Seoul rises one spot to 10th in Global Financial Centres Index
According to the Seoul Metropolitan Government, this is a result of the city government’s steady implementation of policies to revitalize Yeouido, Seoul’s financial district.