9 minutos Key takeaways 1. Overview Despite significant disparities in economic, digital, and political maturity, ASEAN member states commonly favour economic zones as a strategic tool to promote development and enhance competitiveness. The United Nations Industrial Development Organization estimates that ASEAN is home to more than 1,000 economic zones, spanning special economic zones, industrial parks, technology parks, and innovation districts. Economic zones are geographically defined areas earmarked for specific industries or sectors and typically have access to: In this article, we provide a summary Continue lendo→

2 minutos Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are key growth hubs across developing and developed nations. Governments offer fiscal benefits, relaxed regulations, and strong infrastructure to attract industries. As per UNCTAD’s 2019 World Investment Report, here are the top 10 countries with the most SEZs. 10. Malaysia Similar to the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), Malaysia is also designed to attract foreign and domestic investment to stimulate economic growth. The JS-SEZ aims to strengthen the economies of both Malaysia and Singapore through preferential tax treatments, Continue lendo→

3 minutos Special Economic Zones (SEZs) have become key instruments for driving industrialization, job creation, and foreign direct investment (FDI) across Latin America. These designated areas – offering tax incentives, streamlined customs procedures, and world-class infrastructure – serve as engines for economic diversification. From Mexico’s border manufacturing zones to Colombia’s logistics clusters, SEZs are helping nations transition from raw material exports to high-value production and assembly. For manufacturers and logistics providers navigating supply chain disruptions and shifting trade alliances, SEZs offer a compelling value proposition: proximity Continue lendo→