E-COMMERCE

As of 1 October, cross-border e-commerce retail exports have been exempt from VAT and consumption tax in all Cross-Border E-Commerce Comprehensive Pilot Zones. More

Providing practical guidance for SMEs in the houseware and small home appliances industry, this report explores the potential of the ASEAN markets, focuses on Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore (a key regional hub). It evaluates the retail and distribution channels, while providing a guide to the market entry and marketing strategies. It also charts the e-commerce development and highlights other issues that overseas companies need to be aware of. More

While India’s fast-changing retail landscape appears dynamic, in particular the sharp discounts offered by top e-tailers, the bulk of sales are still transacted in bricks-and-mortar stores, including numerous neighbourhood, or ‘kirana’, stores. Hong Kong companies considering the Indian retail market should take note of new trends of physical store retailers upping online investment, while pursuing an online-offline strategy to maximise sales in the face of the e-tailer challenge. More

Hong Kong's role as a leading business centre in the Asia-Pacific region owes much to its advanced telecommunications infrastructure. The information and communication technology (ICT) sector of Hong Kong is among the most advanced in the world. To foster the ICT industry development, the Hong Kong government has put in place initiatives, including funding support and manpower development. More