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Double wage rules in China have been clarified under Judicial Interpretation II, reducing ambiguity for employers.
In a striking new milestone, Eli Lilly’s weight-loss therapy Mounjaro (tirzepatide) became India’s top-selling drug by value in October 2025, overtaking GSK’s antibiotic Augmentin, according to Reuters citing data from research firm Pharmarack.
Vietnam’s property tax regime plays a significant role in shaping the real estate market, impacting investment decisions, the development of supporting infrastructure, and market stability.
Kuwait’s new 15 percent Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax brings the country in line with OECD Pillar Two, introducing comprehensive rules on scope, PEs, transfer pricing, and consolidated group reporting for large MNEs.
Singapore’s reporting regime requires accuracy, consistency, and transparency across all forms of corporate disclosure.
This is the second article in our series on the Supreme People’s Court’s draft judicial interpretation of the Company Law, released in September 2025, covering the section on China’s shareholder capital contribution obligations.
Vietnam Updates Anti-Money Laundering Framework: Reporting on Large Cash Transactions
LLC or JSC? Deciding the Best Upgrade from a Vietnam RO
Navigating Trends and Opportunities in China’s Tourism Market
Qatar Implements Income Inclusion Rule (IIR) and Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (DMTT)
CDSCO Moves to Regulate Medical Device Software in India: Key Takeaways
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This issue of China Briefing Magazine offers foreign investors a clear roadmap through the country’s complex regulatory terrain, from...
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How Much Disclosure is Optimal Under Singapore’s ACRA and MAS Rules
How Malaysia’s Bumiputera Equity Rules Shape Your Investment Strategy
Paid-Up Capital Decisions in the Philippines: What CFOs Should Weigh
Indonesian Accounting Standards vs IFRS: Choosing the Right Framework for Foreign-Owned Companies
Customs Strategy in Thailand: FTAs and Duty Drawback Options
Exit and Restructuring Options — Closing or Converting a Malaysian Entity
China’s tourism sector is shifting toward a more regulated, experience-driven, and sustainability-oriented model as policymakers modernize the market and travel demand continues to rebound.
Double Wage Rules in China: Key Updates Under Judicial Interpretation II on Labor Disputes
Company Law Draft Judicial Interpretation Part II: Shareholder Capital Contribution Obligations
China Monthly Tax Brief: October 2025
Top US States Trading with China: Measuring Exposure to the Trade War
Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What's in Effect Now?
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro tops India’s drug sales, signaling a healthcare pivot toward obesity and diabetes management. See how it’s reshaping India’s pharma market.
CDSCO Moves to Regulate Medical Device Software in India: Key Takeaways
India’s Services Sector Performance and Contribution to GDP in 2025: An Overview
Delhi Shops and Establishments Act: Conditions for Extended Business Hours
How Global Companies Leverage Offshore Accounting for Scale & Speed
India's Per Capita Income Growth: 2024-25 Analysis
Public Holidays in India 2026 and Key HR Considerations
Vietnam has introduced new reporting requirements for large cash transactions, aligning with global anti-money laundering.
Vietnam’s Property Tax Regime in 2025: Agricultural Land Use Tax Exempted Through End-2030
Vietnam’s Regional Minimum Wage Effective from January 1, 2026
Vietnam Economic Performance in 2025: GDP, FDI, and Trade
Vietnam-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: Trade, Investment, and Business Opportunities
Pizza 4P’s Case Study: How Vietnam Is Becoming a Launchpad for Global F&B Brands
Vietnam’s Draft Personal Income Tax Law: Key Highlights and Business Implications
Qatar introduced the IIR and a qualified DMTT from FY2025, to ensure multinational groups pay a minimum 15 percent effective tax rate.
Kuwait’s Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax: Scope, Compliance, and Procedures
Kuwait’s Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax: Scope, Compliance, and Procedures
Qatar’s New Persons with Disabilities Law (2025): Key Employment Provisions
Oman Labor Market Compliance: New Rules for Foreign Companies and Expatriate Workers
Setting Up a Virtual Asset Business Under Dubai's VARA: Mainland or Free Zone?
What the UAE’s New FTA Clarification Means for Family Wealth Management and Tax Compliance