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Stay on top of the latest business news from across Asia. Here we bring you a selection of the latest articles on economic, regulatory, tax, HR, and payroll developments published on our respective regional platforms.

China Briefing

China's Stock Exchanges Announce ESG Reporting Guidelines for Listed Companies

China's three stock exchanges have respectively issued their ESG reporting guidelines for certain types of listed companies starting 2026. We provide the details.

China Sets 2024 GDP Growth Target at "Around 5%": Key Highlights from the Two Sessions

China has released the 2024 Government Work Report, the most important policy document of the year, setting a broad range of economic and development tasks.

Embracing Sustainability: How Businesses Can Contribute to the 'Beautiful China' Initiative

The “Beautiful China” initiative covers diverse business sectors, offering a wide array of investment opportunities within its framework.

Navigating Hong Kong’s ESG Landscape: Regulations, Trends, and Opportunities

Hong Kong, positioned at the crossroads of finance and sustainability, emerges as a key player in the global ESG landscape. With robust regulatory frameworks, strategic green finance initiatives, and a surge in demand for ESG expertise, Hong Kong offers a vibrant ecosystem for sustainable finance.

India Briefing

India's General Election Dates Announced, Polling Scheduled in Seven Phases

Polling for the 2024 Indian General Elections, the world's largest electoral exercise, is scheduled to take place from April 19 to June 6, 2024. India Briefing gives a summary of the electoral process and voter profile.

Risks for US Businesses in Emerging Asian Markets in 2024

In this op-ed, we discuss factors affecting US business operations in key emerging Asian markets in 2024, including regional elections, geopolitics, supply chain shifts, currency stability, and climate risks.

Outlook for Sovereign Wealth Fund Investments in India

India is becoming a major investment destination for sovereign wealth funds. We discuss key players and which sectors are benefiting in India in 2024.

India's Finance Act, 2024 Makes Changes to the Input Service Distributors Mechanism in the GST Regime

India Briefing explores the latest amendments introduced in the Finance Act 2024 such as the definition and procedures concerning the Input Service Distributor (ISD) concept under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime. 

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s 5G Spectrum Auction: Telecom Companies Enter Bidding Race for Spectrum Licenses

Vietnam has opened its long-awaited 5G spectrum auctions in March to all telecom companies for license to operate multiple band blocs.

Vietnam’s Digital Infrastructure Master Plan to 2030: Roadmap to a High-Tech Future

Investors seeking to capitalize on Vietnam’s expanding digital infrastructure are advised to align their products and services with the Master Plan, and likely benefit from government support.

Vietnam's Cross-Border Payments Infrastructure and ASEAN

Vietnam’s central bank has signed a memorandum of understanding to develop its cross-border payments service system with five other ASEAN member countries.

Taxes for Foreign E-commerce Firms Earning an Income in Vietnam

Foreign e-commerce firms selling goods or services in Vietnam are now required to pay foreign contractor tax. Here's what foreign firms should know about this latest development.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia Issues New Tax Incentives to Spur EV Production and Sales

Indonesia’s Ministry of Finance issued new tax incentives to spur electric vehicle production and sales in the country.

Singapore's Ambitious AI Investment Plan

Singapore aims to strengthen its position as a global business and innovation hub by investing more than S$1 billion into artificial intelligence over the next five years.

The ASEAN-Australia Special Summit 2024: An Overview

Australia hosted ASEAN member states for the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit. It also marked 50 years of Australia’s dialogue partnership with ASEAN.

Understanding Privacy Compliance in Indonesia

A privacy notice in Indonesia serves as an external document, informing customers about the utilization of their data and outlining their data privacy rights.

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