Myanmar’s new Companies Law has come into force amid widespread acclaim. It will eliminate layers of bureaucracy and streamline the company registration process, which will also offer greater investment opportunities for foreign businesses. Foreign investors will also be permitted to trade on the fledgling Yangon Stock Exchange (YSX), but officials have cautioned that this could take […]
Read MoreThe Indonesian economy expanded by 5.27 percent year-on-year (yoy) during the second quarter of 2018 thanks to strong growth in consumption, the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) announced on Monday. The latest figure was better compared to this year first quarter’s growth of 5.06 percent yoy and also 5.01 percent booked in the second quarter of […]
Read MoreDr Watcharas Leelawath, executive director of the Mekong Institute last Friday said cooperation and greater connectivity among the member states are necessary to get the Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS) to take off. Speaking at the sixth Mekong Forum 2018, he said the GMS should invest in a strong technological innovation system to enhance efficiency and […]
Read MoreThe Hanoitimes – “The timing for the National Assembly`s consideration of the draft law will depend on the process of public consultation. In summary, it is a very cautious approach,” said a parliamentary official. Discussion of the draft law on special administrative-economic zone (SEZ) was not included in the agenda of the upcoming 26th session of […]
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — The Center for Global Best Practices will host a pioneering program titled, “Best Practices Guide on How to Import Goods to the Philippines” on Aug. 9 at the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel, Mandaluyong City. The seminar will provide participants a comprehensive step-by-step guide on the whole importation process in the Philippines – from […]
Read MoreRenowned for its rich culture and heritage but isolated during decades of military rule, Myanmar was long regarded as one of the hidden gems of global tourism. But tourism has grown significantly since the country began opening up in 2011. To help the tourism sector develop to its full potential, the current civilian government is seeking […]
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