Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (“GIFT City”) in India and Singapore are prominent financial hubs offering distinct advantages in ship financing. This article sets out a comparative analysis of their regulatory framework, tax incentives and dispute resolution mechanisms.

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Thailand is progressing toward the implementation of a wealth tax, according to Finance Permanent Secretary Lavaron Sangsnit. 

An executive decree requiring financial institutions and telecom operators to assume greater accountability for victims of online scams is set to take effect this month, according to Digital Economy and Society Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong. 

The Singaporean government has issued an advisory to Singapore Post (SingPost) to reinforce proper corporate governance and processes following a whistle-blowing incident that alleged falsification of international e-commerce shipment data.