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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.
In this China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker, China Briefing offers up-to-date data and insights on China’s outbound investment developments and trends.
In this article, we explain how copyright and trademark laws in India protect creative works and brand identity.
Vietnam has been speeding up its efforts to digitalize its tax administration system to achieve more efficient control and seamless compliance for all taxpayers.
Qatar’s healthcare sector is entering a rapid growth phase, driven by government investment, digital transformation, and biotech expansion, creating new opportunities for foreign investors in hospitals, PPP projects, and life-science innovation.
The United States’ 2025 reciprocal tariff framework has redrawn Asia’s investment geography.
The US and China have agreed to cut tariffs, suspend rare earth export restrictions, and pause port fees following a meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi in Busan, South Korea.
Timor-Leste Joins ASEAN — A New Frontier for Strategic Investors
Company Law Draft Judicial Interpretation Part I: General Provisions
How French Companies Leverage India as a Global Delivery Base
Reshaping Vietnam’s Socio-Economic Zones: A Post-Merger Outlook
Why India is Becoming the Offshore Accounting Hub for Global CPA Firms
Qatar's New Dual-Tranche US$ Bond and Sukuk Issuance
Expanding into India requires strong regulatory readiness. Understand product certification, BIS/FSSAI approvals, labeling rules, import...
This issue of China Briefing Magazine offers foreign investors a clear roadmap through the country’s complex regulatory terrain, from...
This issue of Timor-Leste at the Crossroads provides a strategic outlook on how Timor-Leste’s economic shift can translate into durable...
Vietnam is fast-tracking major tax reforms to align with global standards and adapt to rapid market shifts. Key changes in 2025 include a...
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Our firm Dezan Shira & Associates provides legal, tax and operational advisory across Asia. Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership offers 10-year tax holidays, USD stability, and full profit repatriation for foreign investors.
U.S. Tariffs in Asia 2025 – A Regional Investment Map
Employment Contracts in Indonesia: Fixed-Term Vs Permanent
Should You Invest in Methanol and Ammonia Bunkering in Singapore
Singapore GDP 2040: What Investors Should Know
Avoiding Penalties During Labor Inspections in Indonesia
The Rise of Southeast Asia as a Global Mobility Hub
The draft judicial interpretation introduces clearer rules for governance, liability, and dispute resolution, offering more predictable standards for companies and stakeholders.
China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker: 2024-25
US and China Reach Trade Concessions Following Trump-Xi Meeting: Outcomes and Implications
Foreigners Working in China: SPC Clarifies Employment Relationship Standards
China Manufacturing Tracker 2025
Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What’s in Effect Now?
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
French multinationals leverage India as a global delivery base for IT, engineering, and manufacturing – combining scale, innovation, and 24-hour productivity.
Why India is Becoming the Offshore Accounting Hub for Global CPA Firms
Copyright and Trademark Protection in India: Why It Matters for Businesses
Establishing a Trading Company in India
India’s ECMS Scheme: Seven Electronics Manufacturing Projects Approved Worth US$625 Mn
Regulatory Standards When Selling to the Indian Market
The map of Vietnam’s socio-economic zones is being reshaped by the consolidation of provinces, opening pathways for business opportunities.
Vietnam’s Tax Digitalization Progress in 2025: Highlights for Businesses
Malaysia-Vietnam Aim for US$20 Billion in Two-Way Trade
Vietnam Draft AI Law: Regulatory Milestone and Business Implications
Hai Phong Free Trade Zone: Implementation, Incentives and Opportunities
US-Vietnam Framework for Trade Agreement: Key Terms and Expectations
Vietnam-Finland Ties Upgraded to Strategic Partnership: Trade, Investment, and New Opportunities
We analyze Qatar’s new dual-tranche US$ bond and sukuk issuance. We explore its structure, pricing, and impact on the GCC debt market.
Investing in Qatar’s Healthcare Sector: Growth Outlook and Strategic Opportunities
UAE to Roll Out Tiered Sugar Tax on Drinks from January 1, 2026: What Changes and Who’s Affected
MENA Tourism and Hospitality Industry 2025: Regional Growth, Investment Hotspots, and Market Outlook
Navigating IP Protection for Software and Innovation in Egypt
UAE Overhauls Trademark System: Lower Fees, Faster IP Protection Services
Saudi Arabia Ends Kafala Sponsorship System: Implications for Business