Rule of law to consolidate high-level opening-up
A spokesman said that more such laws are on the nation's legislative agenda, but the purpose of such legislation is to bring more certainty and protection to the market and market…
Policy Matters
China drafts new law to help develop private sector
The key focus will be placed on protecting the private companies' property rights and the rights and interests of entrepreneurs in accordance with the law, ensuring their…
‘4-day workweek, great opportunity for Gangwon’: governor
Major companies such as Samsung Electronics, Posco, SK, and others have already been piloting a 4-day workweek, said Kim, emphasizing the global trend of formalizing the four-day…
China’s central bank adds liquidity via reverse repos, MLF
The People's Bank of China injected 500 billion yuan ($70.39 billion) into the market through one-year MLF with an interest rate of 2.5 percent.
Bali’s tourist tax comes into force
The fee will have to be paid electronically through the "Love Bali" online portal and will apply to foreign tourists entering Bali from abroad or from other parts of Indonesia,…
After polls, Indonesia’s businesses hope for smooth political transition
American Chamber of Commerce managing director Ruddy said a smooth transition was important in any election and a single-round decision could support that by affording the…
China releases carbon emissions trading regulations
Effective on May 1, 2024, the regulations aim to provide a legal framework for the operation of China's carbon emissions trading market and ensure the effectiveness of related…
Thai banks take action to help 6.1 million accounts settle debts
TBA president said that the association’s members have been helping debtors who have been having trouble repaying their debts since the Covid-19 pandemic.
Stabilisation fund talk in China spurs investor sentiment
While policymakers have not yet commented on the widely anticipated buffer fund, the benchmark Shanghai Composite Index closed up 1.8 percent on January 24 to regain its…
Entertainment tax put on hold, Minister Luhut says
Minister Luhut said the government had met with several stakeholders, and it had decided to evaluate the policy. He said the tax hike would affect many, extending beyond the…