Technical Reports
ASEAN Investment Report (AIR) 2022: Pandemic Recovery and Investment Facilitation
The ASEAN Investment Report (AIR) is an annual publication analysing investment trends and other related issues in the region. This year looks at Foreign Direct Investment flows, particularly in the context of pandemic recovery, and provides a special focus on Investment Facilitation, specifically the ASEAN Investment Facilitation Framework (AIFF) which was initiated in 2021.
read moreEnhancing the Resilience of MSMEs to Crises and Disasters: Regional Guidelines for ASEAN Governments
This guidelines provides a foundational framework for ASEAN policy-makers to enhance the resilience of micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises and thus minimise the impact of future disasters and crises. Following the four phases of disaster risk management (prevention, preparedness, response and recovery), the guidelines provide information on how the relevant agencies can identify resources, determine roles and responsibilities, establish coordination mechanisms and include disaster risk management in existing or new policies and regulations.
read moreStrengthening ASEAN Cooperation in Minerals: Development Prospects of ASEAN Minerals Cooperation (DPAMC)
This report assesses current ASEAN minerals development and cooperation in the context of global markets and minerals industry developments. It also informs the design of the ASEAN Minerals Cooperation Action Plan (AMCAP-III Phase 2).
read moreRoadmap Towards Sustainable and Energy-Efficient Space Cooling in ASEAN (2022)
The Roadmap towards Sustainable and Energy-Efficient Space Cooling in ASEAN focuses on the policy tools available for AMS to drive energy efficiency improvements for space cooling. It sets ambitious milestones for space cooling technologies, including air conditioners and fans, that can help guide the ambitions outlined in this roadmap and subsequent action across ASEAN.
read moreRoadmap for Energy-Efficient Buildings and Construction in ASEAN (2022)
The Roadmap for Energy-Efficient Buildings and Construction in ASEAN focuses on the policy tools available for ASEAN Member States to drive energy efficiency improvements in the building sector to help meet growing needs for residential and non-residential floor space and energy services, while limiting the growth in energy demand and related emissions. It identifies key energy-efficient and low carbon actions and activities that governments could consider for implementation by 2025, 2030 and beyond, moving towards net zero-carbon buildings.
read moreINFOGRAPHICS: ASEAN Comprehensive Recovery Framework (ACRF)
These series of infographics highlights the background and content of the ASEAN Comprehensive Recovery Framework (ACRF), which was adopted at the 37th ASEAN Summit in November 2020.
read moreASEAN Business Sentiment Survey 2020-2021
This survey gather insights on the ASEAN Economic Community Blueprint implementation from the viewpoints of the ASEAN indigenous enterprises, specifically from the financial, distribution, and tourism sector.
read moreFeasibility Study of ASEAN Trust Mark Scheme: Final Study Report (2022)
This Study assessed the costs and benefits of an ASEAN Trust Mark Scheme and provide an understanding of existing national trust mark mechanisms within ASEAN. It also provided policy recommendations for operationalising the Scheme.
read moreASEAN Guidelines on Hygiene and Safety for Professionals and the Communities in the Tourism Industry
The ASEAN Guidelines on Hygiene and Safety for Professionals and the Communities in the Tourism Industry was developed specifically to ensure health and safety of travelers, service providers and professionals, and the communities involved. The Guidelines cover several sectors: accommodation, restaurants, facilities, spa and wellness, ecotourism/community-based tourism, travel and tour operation, and theme parks and convention centers
read moreReport on the ASEAN Sustainable Urbanisation Forum, 6-8 October 2021
This report presents the proceedings of the ASEAN Sustainable Urbanisation Forum, which was held online on 6-8 October 2021.
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