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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.
Foreign investors starting the China company setup process should budget for a range of costs that go beyond statutory registration fees, from registered capital to office rent to staffing and professional services fees.
Capital gains exemptions in India may apply to MNCs and foreign companies that reinvest proceeds from specified business asset transactions within the prescribed period and meet applicable use, documentation, and holding requirements under the Income-tax Act, 2025.
Singapore remains one of Asia’s leading financial centers and continues to attract foreign investment in banking, asset management, payments, fintech, and digital financial services.
Vietnam’s tax reforms entered a new phase on 1 July 2026 with the simultaneous entry into force of four implementing decrees covering tax administration, personal income tax (PIT), electronic invoicing, and transfer pricing.
Every Hong Kong company needs to choose an accounting firm, but the right provider depends on your size, sector, and ambitions.
As foreign companies expand operations in India through different forms of commercial establishment models, employment compliance becomes a critical aspect of operational planning.
How to Open a Corporate Bank Account in China for a Foreign-Invested Enterprise
How to Execute a PD Bond for SVB Proceedings in India
China Monthly Tax Brief: July 2026
How Foreign Companies Move from Distributor-Led Sales to Direct India Operations
Investing in Vietnam's Renewable Energy Sector: A Market Entry Guide for Foreign Investors
Investing in South India: Comparing States, Sectors, and Opportunities for Foreign Firms
A practical employer guide to India’s wage, payroll, and HR compliance landscape in 2026. This issue explains how India’s labor codes,...
Vietnam’s New Personal Data Protection Rules: Compliance, Governance, and Risk Management Guide explores the regulatory requirements,...
This publication equips foreign investors with practical insights into market dynamics, policy developments, and strategic pathways across...
India’s new tax regime shifts compliance to system-driven execution, requiring integrated processes, continuous monitoring, and...
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Our firm Dezan Shira & Associates provides legal, tax and operational advisory across Asia. Vietnam's renewable energy market is creating new opportunities for foreign investors across solar, wind, energy storage, infrastructure, and corporate power procurement.
Step-by-Step Company Registration Process in Thailand for Foreign Investors
Annual Reporting Obligations for Foreign-Owned Companies in the Philippines
How to Choose an Accounting Firm in Malaysia
How to Choose an Accounting Firm in the Philippines
How Businesses Should Structure Intercompany Service Fees in Singapore
Should Foreign Investors Operate Through One Entity or Multiple Subsidiaries in Indonesia?
Which bank accounts must a foreign-invested enterprise open in China, what documents do banks require, and how does the opening process work in practice? This guide explains how to open a bank account in China, from KYC checks and on-site visits to SAFE registration and capital injection.
China Monthly Tax Brief: July 2026
How Can Foreign F&B Brands Enter China? Food Franchising Models and Market Entry Considerations
China's Food Franchising Market in 2026: US Chains Return as the Industry Consolidates
Post-Incorporation Checklist in China: What to Do in the First 90 Days
Bookkeeping Services in Hong Kong – Which Companies Need a Provider?
Managing Labour Risks in China: Workforce Structuring Strategies for 2026 and Beyond
Learn how a provisional duty (PD) bond works in Special Valuation Branch (SVB) cases in India, including provisional assessment, electronic bond execution, bank guarantees, ICEGATE procedures, and final duty assessment.
How Foreign Companies Move from Distributor-Led Sales to Direct India Operations
Investing in South India: Comparing States, Sectors, and Opportunities for Foreign Firms
Productivity Audit in India: How Companies Can Improve Workforce Efficiency
India Introduces Electronic Voluntary Duty Payment Records for EODC Processing
GST Refund and Input Tax Credit in India: Complete Guide for Foreign Businesses
Common Customs Valuation Errors That Trigger SVB Scrutiny in India
Vietnam’s 2025 Aviation Law strengthens aircraft finance protections and opens clearer routes for airport investment, leasing, aviation services, and technology.
Understanding Vietnam’s Tax Withholding Framework for Foreign E-Commerce Platforms
2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: National Day Break Arrangements Confirmed
Vietnam Issues New Tax Registration Guidance for Branches and ROs of Foreign Companies
Vietnam Introduces Mandatory Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Rules for Enterprises
Factory Audit Services in Vietnam: What Foreign Buyers Should Know
Freelance activity is rising rapidly in the UAE in 2026 as digital permits, visas, and lower entry barriers make independent work accessible.
GCC–ASEAN Free Trade Talks: What a Deal Would Mean for UAE Businesses in Southeast Asia
UAE UBO Reporting Requirements: 15-Day Update Rules Explained
Five Months into the UAE–Vietnam CEPA: Early Results, and How UAE Companies Actually Enter Vietnam
Using a UAE Holding Company to Invest in Asia: A Guide for GCC-Based Investors
UAE E-Invoicing Pilot Is Live: Why Voluntary Adopters Should Move Before 2027
UAE Opens Pillar Two Top-up Tax Registration on EmaraTax: What MNE Groups Should Do Now