Asia Investment Brief: China-Philippine Relations, India’s Silk Road Ambitions, and Foreign Currency Bank Accounts in Vietnam

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Our weekly round up of other news affecting foreign investors throughout Asia:

ASEAN BRIEFING

The Philippines’ Economic and Political Relations with China

In this article, our Philippines correspondent Bob Shead looks at recent developments related to the Philippines’ political and economic relations with China. Read more to learn about significant improvements made since President Duterte assumed office.

INDIA BRIEFING

India’s Goods and Services Tax: Key Terms and Concepts

The goods and services tax (GST), regarded as India’s biggest tax reform, will be implemented from July 1, 2017. This article serves as a glossary of the key terms and concepts under the GST that outline the forthcoming changes in India’s indirect tax structure.

RUSSIA BRIEFING

The Northern Sea Passage Between Europe and Asia – Russia’s Developing Arctic Ports

Russian authorities report that the northwest Arctic coastline will be operational and handling regular shipping by 2025. Shipping, warehousing, and logistics companies in both Europe and Asia will need to start thinking about developing a strategy for the Northern Passage – that 2025 operational goal is only seven years away.

SILK ROAD BRIEFING

India’s Silk Road Ambitions and China’s OBOR Intentions

China’s OBOR initiative has taken the limelight, but expanding and developing the Silk Road is not purely a Chinese play. India had sixteen key Silk Road trading sites in ancient times, more than any other country excepting China, and is currently developing its own Silk Road ambitions.

VIETNAM BRIEFING

Setting up a Foreign Currency Bank Account in Vietnam

Understand which actions require the use of a foreign currency bank account in Vietnam and learn the procedures that must be followed to ensure that the setup and operation of corporate banking can be carried out without a hitch.


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