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India’s FTA Network: Updates in 2025

2025-06-03
India’s foreign trade landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by active FTA negotiations and revisions to existing trade treaties with key global markets. As of 2025, India is in talks with major partners, including the US, UK, EU, and ASEAN, while also exploring new agreements with Africa, Latin America, and the Arab Gulf. India Briefing brings you the latest updates on the country’s trade negotiations and economic partnerships. As of 2025, India has 13 active Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and several ongoing negotiations aimed at strengthening bilateral and regional trade partnerships. Additionally, India is reevaluating its investment treaties and preferential trade agreements to align with contemporary economic realities, ensuring a balanced approach between global investor protection and national interests.
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A Guide to Minimum Wages in China (As of June 3, 2025)

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As of June 3, 2025, Shanghai has the highest monthly minimum wage among 31 provinces (RMB 2,690/US$370 per month), and Beijing has the highest hourly minimum wage (RMB 26.4/US$3.7 per hour).

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New EV Scheme Paves Way for Global Auto Majors to Invest in India

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Vietnam’s Data Regulations: Part 2- Draft Decree on Data-related Activities

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In this series about data regulation in Vietnam, we explore the key aspects of the proposed regulations and their potential impact on data-related businesses in the country. This article focuses on the draft Decree on Data-related Activities that guides the management and development of different data business models in Vietnam.

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Transfer Pricing in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Investors

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Vietnam has emerged as a key destination for foreign investment, particularly in manufacturing, services, and technology. As multinational enterprises expand their operations in the country, they must navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape.

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Improving Social Credit: New Rules Allow Businesses to Remove Operational Violations from Public Records

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Companies can now apply to have information related to abnormal business operations removed from the National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System once violations are rectified. The new rules will help businesses rehabilitate their credit and create fairer market conditions.

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