Smart Visas in Thailand, BRI Dispute Mechanism, and FDI in Vietnam in 2018 – Asia Investment Brief

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ASEAN BRIEFING

Thailand Introduces New Four-Year Smart Visas for Investors

With effect from February 1, 2018, foreign investors and experts in ten specific high-tech business sectors can apply for a new 4-year ‘Smart Visa’ to live and work in Thailand.

INDIA BRIEFING

Access India and ASEAN Through Singapore

A key incentive of Indian trading – both inbound and outbound – is the relationship India enjoys with the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN).

RUSSIA BRIEFING

Russian Non-CIS Imports Rise by 24.3 Percent in 2017

Russia increased its import of goods from non-CIS countries in 2017 by 24.3 percent, year-on-year, to US$202.3 billion, the Russian Federal Customs Service said on Monday.

SILK ROAD BRIEFING

China Passes Belt and Road Dispute Mechanism, But Who Will Have Final Say?

The Chinese government has approved a guideline to establish a mechanism to solve trade and investment disputes among the Belt and Road nations, which was passed during a meeting of the Leading Group for Deepening Overall Reform of the 19th Communist Party of China Central Committee.

VIETNAM BRIEFING

FDI Opportunities in Vietnam in 2018

With a record GDP growth, import-export turnover, and FDI, 2017 emerged as one of the strongest years for Vietnam. In 2018, further growth is expected.


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