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The Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Zhuhai City, Guangdong, has released a new set of rules for a preferential individual income tax policy for employees working in the area.
This marks a major policy shift aimed at attracting global capital, deepening market competition, and improving access to insurance for individuals and businesses across the country.
Vietnam’s government has moved swiftly to address a series of practical difficulties emerging from the rollout of Decree No. 46/2026/ND-CP (“Decree 46”), a major new regulation implementing the Law on Food Safety.
Vacation rentals in Egypt are taxable when they generate recurring income, and owners must comply with income tax, VAT (in some cases), and property tax rules based on how the property is actually used.
Foreign acquisitions, joint ventures, and structured market entries are subject to regulatory review that determines whether capital can be deployed on schedule and whether operational integration can proceed as planned.
Work permit renewal in Shenzhen has entered a new phase as authorities tighten age-related requirements for Category B and C foreign work permits.
US to Reduce Tariffs on Indian Exports Within Days: India's Commerce Minister
UAE Tightens Telecom Devices Import Rules: What Global Suppliers and Distributors Need to Know
CDSCO Introduces Online Risk Classification Portal for Medical Device Importers and Manufacturers
Understanding Capital Gains Treatment for Share and Asset Transfers in the Philippines
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
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Our firm Dezan Shira & Associates provides legal, tax and operational advisory across Asia. A practical look at Vietnam VAT registration, invoicing, filings, and cash flow exposure for foreign companies evaluating market entry.
Common Structuring Gaps That Delay Banking or Activation in Singapore
How to Reduce Withholding Tax on Cross-Border Payments in the Philippines
Sector Screening for Indonesia Market Entry: A Business Intelligence Framework for Foreign Investors
Navigating Thailand’s Competition Law and Merger Approval Regime for Foreign Businesses
Understanding Capital Gains Treatment for Share and Asset Transfers in the Philippines
Capital Injection vs Shareholder Loans: Tax Implications for Foreign Investors in Indonesia
January 2026 marked a pivotal month for China’s tax landscape, with the rollout of detailed supporting rules for the VAT Law and its Implementation Regulations.
Hengqin’s 15% Preferential IIT Policy Extended to 2027
An Update on Work Permit Renewal for Foreign Talent in Shenzhen
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
China-UK Relations Turn New Page with Raft of Deals Following Starmer Visit
Preparing for Chinese New Year 2026: Workforce Management and Business Continuity
China’s Market Regulator Releases New Guide for Company Name Registration in China
The US is set to roll back tariffs on Indian exports from 50 percent to 18 percent within days, according to the commerce minister. The signing of a joint statement, expected between February 11 and 13, 2026, will activate the first phase of the India–US trade framework.
India’s New Insurance FDI Framework Takes Effect from February 5, 2026
CDSCO Introduces Online Risk Classification Portal for Medical Device Importers and Manufacturers
India’s Orange Economy: Creative Industries Outlook After Budget 2026
India–US Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs, Lifts Export and Investment Outlook
India-US Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs, Lifts Export and Investment Outlook
Budget 2026 Explainer: Tax Clarity and Incentives for Cloud, Data Centers & AI Players
This article focuses on the practical mechanisms by which industrial parks reduce emissions, improve resource efficiency, and strengthen competitiveness.
Vietnam Suspends Effectiveness of Decree 46 on Food Safety
Vietnam’s Regulatory Updates in February 2026: New Customs, Administrative, and Enforcement Rules
Fraud Prevention and Investigation in Vietnam: Guidance for Foreign Investors
India-EU FTA vs. EVFTA: A Comparative Look at Their Strategic Impact on EU Business Expansion
Da Nang After Merger: A New Industrial and Investment Landscape
Green Transition in Vietnam’s Industrial Parks: Part 1 – Policy Foundations and Landscape
The UAE has clarified that all telecom devices imported into the country require a TDRA customs clearance permit, reinforcing that such equipment is treated as regulated goods rather than general consumer electronics. For importers and suppliers, this underscores the need for advance compliance planning, including type approval and shipment-level permits, to avoid customs delays and market access risks.
Tax Treatment of Vacation Rentals in Egypt: What Property Owners and Foreign Investors Need to Know
GCC–Portugal Relations: Strategic Engagement, Economic Ties, and Emerging Opportunities
UAE–Vietnam Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) Enters Into Force
UAE Influencers Must Obtain Advertiser Permit Under New Media Law
ESG Considerations in the UAE: What Businesses Need to Know
UAE Launches Major Strategic Push into the Alternative Proteins Market