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In this China Monthly Tax Brief for October 2025, we highlight key taxation developments relevant to individuals and businesses.
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 government has officially updated the regional minimum wage for contract-based workers, which will take effect from January 1, 2026.
Oman has introduced new labor rules requiring foreign companies to hire at least one Omani national and allowing expatriate workers to change employers if contracts aren’t registered within 30 days, reinforcing its Vision 2040 goals for workforce localization and transparency.
Malaysia’s Bumiputera equity policy, introduced under the New Economic Policy (NEP) in 1971, aims to increase ownership and participation in business among Malays and other indigenous groups.
An analysis of the top US states trading with China in 2024 shows where economic reliance on Chinese markets and goods is most concentrated across the country.
Company Law Draft Judicial Interpretation Part II: Shareholder Capital Contribution Obligations
Vietnam’s Property Tax Regime in 2025: Agricultural Land Use Tax Exempted Through End-2030
Qatar’s New Persons with Disabilities Law (2025): Key Employment Provisions
Delhi Shops and Establishments Act: Conditions for Extended Business Hours
Vietnam Economic Performance in 2025: GDP, FDI, and Trade
Setting Up a Virtual Asset Business Under Dubai's VARA: Mainland or Free Zone?
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. Assess Malaysia’s Bumiputera equity rules, foreign ownership limits, and compliance measures that investors must plan for to maintain control and incentives.
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
Auditing Requirements for Foreign Firms in Vietnam
Which Philippine Work Visa Best Fits Foreign Investors
The draft judicial interpretation refines standards on shareholder contributions, liability, and enforcement, providing greater clarity for companies and investors.
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
US and China Reach Trade Concessions Following Trump-Xi Meeting: Outcomes and Implications
How Will China’s Rare Earth Export Controls Impact Industries and Businesses?
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.
Delhi Shops and Establishments Act: Conditions for Extended Business Hours
How Global Companies Leverage Offshore Accounting for Scale & Speed
Unlocking India's Wealth: 2025 Per Capita Income Insights
Public Holidays in India 2026 and Key HR Considerations
Supreme Court Clarifies Tests for Determining “Single Establishment” Under the EPF Act
Navigate India's STP and EHTP Frameworks: Benefits and Registration Process
Understand how Vietnam's property tax regime impacts the country's real estate market, supporting infrastructure, and investment decisions.
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
Vietnam Coffee Market: A Deep Dive into Its Consumers, Challenges, and Prospects
Qatar’s New Persons with Disabilities Law introduces a framework to ensure inclusion, accessibility, and non-discrimination in the workplace.
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
Qatar Opens Industrial Design and Model Filings: What Foreign Businesses Should Know
Saudi Arabia's Draft Regulation for Registration of Telecommunication Space Stations