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Don’t Fret: Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Agreement will not play havoc with the economic development of developing countries

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TPP is a unprecedented trade deal in history because it involves 12 countries (United States, Japan, Australia, Peru, Malaysia, Vietnam, New Zealand, Chile, Singapore, Canada, Mexico, and Brunei Darussalam), which accounts for 40% of global trade. (The The global trade amounts to US$ 38 trillion in 2014, where China took the lead with US$ 4.2

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Doing Business in Malaysia

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The fledgling country was troubled by an insurgency, confrontations with Indonesia, the Philippine’s claim on Sabah and then Singapore’s withdrawal in 1965. Located in Southeast Asia, Malaysia is bordered by Thailand, Borneo, Indonesia, Brunei and the South China Sea. The country moves over 2 billion mt-km of freight per year.

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Chinese New Year Shutdown 2020: How to Prepare

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In mainland China (and even in other countries that celebrate the holiday such as Indonesia, Malaysia, North Korea, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, and Brunei), the Chinese New Year holiday is a very big deal. Shipping delays. For some Americans, the holiday comes and goes without them even noticing.

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Inventory planning to reduce Chinese New Year disruption

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Chinese New Year shutdowns Every year factories in China (and other countries that celebrate the Lunar New Year, such as Indonesia, Malaysia, North Korea, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, and Brunei) shut down so that their workers can celebrate Chinese New Year. In 2024, this will be from February 9-15.

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Inventory Planning to Reduce Chinese New Year Disruption

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Every year factories in China (and other countries that celebrate the Lunar New Year such as Indonesia, Malaysia, North Korea, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, and Brunei) shutdown so that their workers can celebrate Chinese New Year. Delayed shipping. Account for shipping backlogs. No contact. Product quality issues.

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Philippines 2022: Top online marketplaces

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Lazada may offer fulfillment and shipping services to the country of your choice, depending on where you are. Retailers may also transport their items everywhere in Asia with just one service, thanks to Lazada Global Shipping. The business sells goods in consumer electronics, home goods, toys, fashion, sports equipment, and food areas.

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How to Sell on Zalora Step by Step Guide for Beginners

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Starting with Malaysia, it has widened its reach to Singapore, Thailand, Brunei, Hong Kong, Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, Taiwan, Australia, and New Zealand. It also offers super-fast shipping, free returns, cash-on-delivery, and access to the latest trends of fashion. How is Zalora’s Delivery and Shipping Fees?

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