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China’s ‘Two Sessions’: Key Economic and Foreign Policy Takeaways
BGA China Team Advisor Eric Wang wrote an update to clients on the key economic and foreign policy takeaways from China’s “two sessions.” Context China concluded the 2025 “two sessions” on March 11 with Premier Li Qiang’s delivery of the government work report outlining major policies and targets for the year. There were no major surprises in the government’s narratives or policy directions, which were consistent with the 2024 Central Economic Work Conference. Sustainable economic growth remains … Continue Reading

Former Philippine President Duterte Arrested on International Criminal Court Warrant
The BGA Philippines Team, led by Managing Director Victor Andres Manhit, wrote an update to …

The Possible Impact of Trump’s Trade Policies on the Indo-Pacific
BGA Senior Adviser Amb. Larry Greenwood wrote a client update on the impacts of the …

Cambodia Introduces Revised Revenue Mobilization Strategy
BGA Cambodia Managing Director Bora Chhay wrote an update to clients on Cambodia’s revised Revenue Mobilization …

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New Book on Australia’s Diplomatic Challenges
BGA’s Senior Advisor Ambassador Ian Kemish has published a new book on Australia’s key diplomatic challenges over the last two decades. The book, fully released in July and titled “The Consul: An Insider’s Account from Australia’s Diplomatic Frontline,” examines Kemish’s central role as a leader in Australia’s consular service in some of the defining episodes in that country’s diplomatic history.
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U.S. Trade Mission in Southeast Asia Continues in Vietnam with Focus on Clean Energy Transition
BGA Vietnam Managing Director Ha Nguyen wrote a piece reflecting on Vietnam-U.S. economic and business ties. The piece was released in line with the first-ever summit held between the United States and Southeast Asian leaders in Washington, D.C. in May. (June 10, 2022)
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Webinar on OTT Guideline: International Best Practices
BGA’s Bangladesh team organized a webinar on over-the-top (OTT) guidelines and international best practices. The webinar, which took place in late May, was done in collaboration with the Dhaka Tribune, and is available for viewing here. (May 31, 2022)
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