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Washington is highly receptive to these calls. Regardless of who wins the US presidential election next week, a digital trade agreement with South-east Asia will be a strong…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB257216
ISSN: 2633-304X
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The trend predates the COVID-19 crisis, but a fall in income from traditional taxes amid the pandemic is encouraging certain administrations to step up their efforts. US President…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB255119
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It seeks to accelerate recovery from COVID-19 by capitalising on the rise in internet use and digital trade during the pandemic. However, new restrictive laws on internet use in…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB260214
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In August, the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) warned that online banking and electronic wallets -- the use of which has surged during the pandemic -- will be prime vehicles for…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB266657
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Recent developments in South-east Asian fintech.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB250439
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In a last-minute move, seven South-east Asian countries -- Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Brunei -- were added to the initiative, joining…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB270589
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Digital access.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB234159
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Expansion of fintech in South-east Asia.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB239147
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It is expected to triple again by 2025. The IFC believes about USD280bn could be added to the robust forecast for the value of the region’s digital economy in 2030 -- USD1tn -- if…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB276844
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China will provide technology and training, which will strengthen Beijing’s influence in South-east Asia and reinforce a growing trend towards authoritarianism in the region. The…