As protectionism and trade war rhetoric intensify in the US and Europe, Asia-Pacific remains a beacon of optimism for global trade and investment. Tom Becker of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, and Martin Kaspar, a business development executive at a German Mittelstand company,
As Chinese businesses look to expand into the United States, bringing with them opportunities for jobs and technological advancements, they encounter increasing suspicion and a deteriorating investment environment. According to a recent report by the Associated Press, these companies are met with escalating scrutiny under the guise of national security
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced significant changes to the International Entrepreneur Parole (IEP) program, set to take effect on October 1, 2024. This program offers a vital pathway for foreign entrepreneurs to enter and temporarily work in the United States to develop their businesses, contributing to
China and Italy have long been significant trading partners, each playing a crucial role in the other’s economic landscape. Despite shifts towards greater competition in key sectors such as fashion and machinery, their relationship remains robust, impacting broader European perspectives on China, especially given Italy’s strategic position within the EU-China
Despite a general decline in foreign direct investment (FDI) in China, the country has observed an increased flow of overseas funds into its advanced manufacturing sector. Zhu Bing, director of the Foreign Investment Administration under the Ministry of Commerce, highlighted during a recent press briefing that while the overall FDI
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, launched in 1990 by the U.S. government, has long been a pathway for foreign investors to gain permanent residency by investing in American enterprises and creating jobs. Specifically aimed at boosting economic growth, the program has historically encouraged investment in Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs)—regions designated
WASHINGTON — As the political landscape heats up for the November elections, Donald Trump has reiterated his controversial stance on ending birthright citizenship. This contentious policy, first introduced via a campaign video in May last year, proposes that children born in the U.S. to non-legal residents should not automatically receive
Retirement often marks a new chapter in life, opening the door for many to relocate, especially overseas. According to Laura Madrid, a research lead at U.K.-based Global Citizen Solutions, U.S. retirees tend to seek destinations with pleasant weather, rich culture, and accessible language. Other significant factors include taxes, healthcare quality,
As the end of 2025 approaches, Americans are bracing for significant changes to their tax structures due to the expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA). If Congress does not act to extend these provisions, the changes, set to occur at midnight on December 31, 2025,
in recent developments, the US EB-5 visa program, a favored route for obtaining green cards through investment, has witnessed a significant decline in participation from Indian applicants. From October 1, 2023, to May 31, 2024, there was a 22% decrease in EB-5 visas issued to Indian investors, totaling only 512
