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Asia Briefing publishes articles, magazines, and guides on doing business in Asia.
It has been produced by Dezan Shira and Associates since 1999.
China’s antitrust regulator, the State Anti-Monopoly Bureau under the State Administration for Market Regulation, has established itself as one of the world’s most consequential antitrust regulators for cross-border M&A.
A decade after India’s Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) changed the approach to corporate insolvency and debt recovery, the 2026 amendments introduce a new set of reforms aimed at improving efficiency, reducing procedural disputes, and strengthening the implementation of resolution plans.
Business expansion in Indonesia often creates regulatory obligations that did not exist during market entry.
For foreign investors entering the UAE in 2026, the choice between a free zone and the mainland is no longer a simple trade-off between tax savings and market access.
Importer of Record (IOR) plays a critical role in enabling foreign businesses to import goods into Vietnam in compliance with local customs and regulatory requirements.
Audit-ready financial statements save time, reduce stress, and improve credibility.
Is a Variable Capital Company the Right Fund Structure for Your Singapore Investment Platform?
Using a Labuan Company Alongside a Malaysian Sdn Bhd
Vietnam's New Personal Data Protection Rules - New Publication Out
China’s Customs Voluntary Disclosure System: Penalty Exemptions for Import and Export Enterprises
India's July 2026 Income Tax Calendar: New ITR, TDS & TCS Forms You Must Know
Payroll Due Diligence and Integration Following a Singapore Acquisition
India’s new tax regime shifts compliance to system-driven execution, requiring integrated processes, continuous monitoring, and...
This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by Dezan Shira & Associates, a specialist...
Vietnam’s manufacturing industry has transformed from a low-cost assembly hub into a key part of global supply chains. Aimed at...
This publication equips foreign investors with practical insights into labor trends, regulatory shifts, and risk management strategies...
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Our firm Dezan Shira & Associates provides legal, tax and operational advisory across Asia. Business expansion in Indonesia can trigger new licensing, employment, tax, transfer pricing, and corporate compliance obligations that foreign investors should assess before implementing growth initiatives.
How Singapore's Double Taxation Agreements Can Reduce Withholding Taxes on Cross-Border Investments
Managing Regulatory Compliance During the First Year of Operations in Indonesia
VAT Compliance for Foreign Companies Operating Across Multiple Vietnamese Provinces
Is a Variable Capital Company the Right Fund Structure for Your Singapore Investment Platform?
Using a Labuan Company Alongside a Malaysian Sdn Bhd
Payroll Due Diligence and Integration Following a Singapore Acquisition
China's updated customs voluntary disclosure rules give import and export enterprises a structured route to self-correct compliance errors and avoid administrative penalties.
SAMR's Extraterritorial M&A Review: Five Enforcement Trends Foreign Deal Teams Must Prepare For
How to Prepare Audit-Ready Financial Statements in Hong Kong
Shanghai’s Offshore Finance Plan: What It Covers and Why It Matters
How to Legally Hire Over-Age Workers in China: A Practical Guide (Part I)
China’s 2026 Legislative Agenda: Which Laws Matter Most for Foreign Businesses?
An Introduction to Doing Business in Hong Kong 2026-27
Track key income tax deadlines due in July 2026, including TDS/TCS deposits, Forms 121, 127, 138, and 140, ITR filing, and quarterly compliance requirements.
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code Amendment 2026: What Lenders, Foreign Investors Need to Know
India’s DPDP Compliance Deadline Is Approaching: What Businesses Need to Do Before May 2027
Gujarat Industrial Policy 2026: Incentives and Setup Strategy for Foreign Investors
Form DPT-3 Filing in India: Compliance Checklist for Companies Before June 30
'Vietnam's New Personal Data Protection Rules: Compliance, Governance, and Risk Management Guide' is out now and available for free download.
As Vietnam Tightens Import Controls, Importer of Record Services Gain Importance
Resolution 10-NQ/TW: Vietnam's New Strategy for High-Quality FDI and Economic Transformation
Thai Investment in Vietnam: Key Investors, Growth Sectors, and Market Entry Strategies in 2026
Export Manufacturing in Vietnam: Logistics, Incentives, and Setup Considerations
Nordic Manufacturing Investment in Vietnam: Opportunities in High-Value Production
Business Etiquette in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Investors and Executives
Foreign employers hiring in Saudi Arabia must comply with Labor Law requirements, Saudization quotas, Qiwa employment contracts, probation rules, and restrictions on foreign workers and independent contractors.
France-UAE Business Ties: Why French Companies Are Expanding in the UAE
September 30, 2026 Corporate Tax Deadline: A Checklist
UAE End-of-Service Gratuity: How to Calculate It
UAE Free Zone vs Mainland 2026: Where to Invest?
Setting Up a Business in Dubai: A 2026 Guide
UK-GCC Free Trade Agreement (FTA): Key Provisions and Business Implications for the Gulf