The Lao Ministry of Public Security has announced the implementation of the relaxed visa policy to attract international arrivals and unlock the tourism potential through its “Visit Laos 2024” programme.
Thailand's economic growth is projected to be 2.4% in 2024, down from the 2.8% forecast in April, mainly due to weaker-than-expected exports and contracted public investment earlier this year, the World Bank (WB) said on July 3.
On July 1-2, 2024, the United States and the Philippines met under the U.S.- Philippines Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA). The TIFA meeting was co-chaired by Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for Southeast Asia Sarah Ellerman and the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry Undersecretary for International Trade Group Allan Gepty.
Word of caution comes from Chinese trade consultancy with the commerce and agricultural ministries and customs authorities among its clients
The economic partnership between Malaysia and Singapore has thrived through robust trade and strategic collaborations like the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System, and significant investments, positioning both as key players in ASEAN. Their cooperation spans diverse sectors, including electronics, renewable energy, and digital economy, enhancing regional connectivity and economic growth.
The central banks of Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, the Philippines and India are teaming up to start an instant cross-border retail payments platform by 2026, the Bank of International Settlements (BIS) said on July 1.
Thailand exported 221,092 tonnes of canned tuna in the first five months of 2024 with a value of 978.58 million USD, up 19.39% in volume and 13.40% in value compared to the same period last year.
The business trip of the EU-ABC Business Delegation is an annual activity jointly organized by EU-ABC and EuroCham in a number of ASEAN countries, to promote trade and investment activities of European businesses in the region. Southeast Asia region.
<p>Time: November 2025<br /> By: WTO and International Trade Group, Legal Department – VCCI</p>
