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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.
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.
SAMR's Extraterritorial M&A Review: Five Enforcement Trends Foreign Deal Teams Must Prepare For
Resolution 10-NQ/TW: Vietnam's New Strategy for High-Quality FDI and Economic Transformation
France-UAE Business Ties: Why French Companies Are Expanding in the UAE
Thai Investment in Vietnam: Key Investors, Growth Sectors, and Market Entry Strategies in 2026
When Business Expansion in Indonesia Triggers Additional Corporate Compliance Requirements
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code Amendment 2026: What Lenders, Foreign Investors Need to Know
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...
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Our firm Dezan Shira & Associates provides legal, tax and operational advisory across Asia. Business expansion in Indonesia can trigger new licensing, employment, tax, transfer pricing, and corporate compliance obligations that foreign investors should assess before implementing growth initiatives.
How Singapore's Double Taxation Agreements Can Reduce Withholding Taxes on Cross-Border Investments
Managing Regulatory Compliance During the First Year of Operations in Indonesia
VAT Compliance for Foreign Companies Operating Across Multiple Vietnamese Provinces
Understanding HGB Land Rights and Other Land Titles for Foreign Investors in Indonesia
Tax Treatment of Royalties, Technology Transfers, and Intellectual Property Payments in Vietnam
Indonesia's KBLI 2025 Transition: Understanding the New Business Classification Framework
Major conditional M&A approvals granted by China's antitrust regulator in 2025 signal a more assertive era of antitrust enforcement that extends beyond the country's own borders. Here are five trends deal teams must consider when carrying out global M&As.
How to Prepare Audit-Ready Financial Statements in Hong Kong
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
India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Act, 2026, introduces reforms to insolvency resolution, creditor rights, and restructuring processes. Learn the implications for businesses, lenders, and investors.
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
Vietnam's Resolution 10-NQ/TW introduces a new FDI strategy focused on technology transfer, innovation, domestic linkages, and high-quality investment. Explore the key targets and policy breakthroughs through 2030.
Thai Investment in Vietnam: Key Investors, Growth Sectors, and Market Entry Strategies in 2026
Export Manufacturing in Vietnam: Logistics, Incentives, and Setup Considerations
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
Discover why 11,000 French companies have established a presence in the UAE: foreign ownership reforms, incentives, regional market access.
September 30, 2026 Corporate Tax Deadline: A Checklist
UAE End-of-Service Gratuity: How to Calculate It
UAE Free Zone vs Mainland 2026: Where to Invest?
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