WHO WE ARE
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 financial regulators have jointly released the Action Plan for Advancing Offshore Finance Development in Shanghai, marking a significant step in the country’s effort to deepen financial opening while maintaining systemic control.
India and the UK will implement CETA and the Double Contribution Convention on July 15, 2026.
Nordic manufacturers are expanding investment in Vietnam’s high-value production sector, driven by supply chain diversification, sustainability, and growth opportunities.
UAE end-of-service gratuity is a key employment entitlement for eligible employees.
Hak Guna Bangunan (HGB) is the land right most used for foreign-invested commercial projects in Indonesia because it allows eligible Indonesian legal entities, including foreign-owned PT PMAs, to develop and operate buildings on land for a specified period.
China’s July 1, 2026 rules on over-age workers establish clear employer obligations, but knowing the law is only half the job.
Export Manufacturing in Vietnam: Logistics, Incentives, and Setup Considerations
India’s DPDP Compliance Deadline Is Approaching: What Businesses Need to Do Before May 2027
China’s 2026 Legislative Agenda: Which Laws Matter Most for Foreign Businesses?
How Singapore's Double Taxation Agreements Can Reduce Withholding Taxes on Cross-Border Investments
An Introduction to Doing Business in Hong Kong 2026-27
Business Etiquette in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Investors and Executives
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...
Choose which Country you’d like to begin exploring.
Our firm Dezan Shira & Associates provides legal, tax and operational advisory across Asia. Singapore's tax treaty network may reduce withholding taxes on dividend, interest, and royalty payments, helping investors optimize holding company structures, financing arrangements, and intellectual property strategies across ASEAN.
Managing Regulatory Compliance During the First Year of Operations in Indonesia
Understanding HGB Land Rights and Other Land Titles for Foreign Investors in Indonesia
VAT Compliance for Foreign Companies Operating Across Multiple Vietnamese Provinces
Tax Treatment of Royalties, Technology Transfers, and Intellectual Property Payments in Vietnam
Indonesia's KBLI 2025 Transition: Understanding the New Business Classification Framework
Director, Management, and Local Presence Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Malaysia
Learn how to be audit-ready in Hong Kong. Step-by-step guide covering HKFRS compliance, audit preparation, and common pitfalls.
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
Green Product Labeling and Certification in China – Why and How to Do It
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
The India–UK trade deal and Double Contribution Convention simultaneously enter into force on July 15, 2026, extending social security exemptions from three to five years and reducing costs for qualifying temporary workers.
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
FSSAI Crackdown on Food Claims: Why Brands Should Review Labels, Names, and Marketing
Learn how to establish an export manufacturing enterprise in Vietnam, evaluate logistics and site selection factors.
Nordic Manufacturing Investment in Vietnam: Opportunities in High-Value Production
Business Etiquette in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Investors and Executives
Vietnam CIT Incentives for Software Production: What Investors Need to Know
Vietnam Investor Visa Guide: Pathways for Long-Term Residency
PCI and BPI 2025: Measuring Vietnam’s Business Environment and Private Sector Growth
Vietnam-Sweden Relations: Beyond EVFTA Toward Innovation and Green Growth
UAE Free Zone vs Mainland 2026: Where to Invest?
September 30, 2026 Corporate Tax Deadline: A Checklist
Setting Up a Business in Dubai: A 2026 Guide
UK-GCC Free Trade Agreement (FTA): Key Provisions and Business Implications for the Gulf
UAE Salary Payment Rules Tighten from June 1, 2026: What Employers Should Know
Saudi Arabia Proposes Updated Rules for Private Hospitality Facilities