The China-Singapore Free Trade Agreement Further Upgrade Protocol entered into force on 1 January 2009 and is China’s first comprehensive bilateral free trade agreement with an Asian country. This update looks at the ways in which the Protocol has been enhanced.

Singapore and Australia have signed a new memorandum of understanding reaffirming their commitment to facilitate AI adoption among their citizens and businesses, and promote responsible AI development and development on 16 December 2024.

The China-Singapore Free Trade Agreement (“CSFTA”) Further Upgrade Protocol  came into effect on 31 December 2024 and will benefit Singapore businesses and investors by enhancing market access to China while also clarifying rules for investments, services as well as telecommunications. This update takes a closer look at the details of the agreement.

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone will support the expansion of 50 projects in the first five years and a cumulative 100 projects in its first decade.

1-Day practical training for businesses and lawyers to accelerate competitiveness in the ASEAN economic region 

This update gives a brief introduction into the background and salient details of the Agreement on the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (“JS-SEZ”) which Singapore and Malaysia signed on 7 January 2025 as well as some of the initiatives and incentives in support of the Agreement.

1-Day practical training for businesses and lawyers to accelerate competitiveness in the ASEAN economic region 

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (“JS-SEZ”) aims to facilitate cross-border flows of goods, ease the movement of people, and strengthen the investment ecosystem within the JS-SEZ. This update explores several initiatives that will support the JS-SEZ.

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone ("JS-SEZ") represents a strategic initiative aimed at transforming the border region between Malaysia's Johor state and Singapore into a premier economic hub. Announced with the objective of fostering deeper economic integration and regional development, the JS-SEZ is poised to play a pivotal role in boosting trade, investment, and innovation across Southeast Asia, with a focus on sectors such as electronics, financial services, business-related services and healthcare. This article delves into the JS-SEZ's objectives, current progress and its potential economic impact on the region.