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China Recasts Outbound Investment Governance Under New State Council Regulation

2026-06-01
China’s 2026 ODI Regulation fundamentally restructures outbound investment governance by integrating national security review, data and technology controls, lifecycle supervision, and countermeasure mechanisms into a unified regulatory framework. Companies should proactively review outbound investment structures and strengthen governance and compliance systems to align with China’s evolving ODI regulatory framework.
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Selling Connected Products in China? Prepare for the New Cybersecurity Label

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China’s new voluntary cybersecurity labelling regime for internet-connected products takes effect on July 1, 2026.

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Should Foreign Companies Use a PEO Before Establishing a PT PMA in Indonesia?

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One of the earliest strategic decisions facing foreign investors entering Indonesia is whether to establish a foreign-owned limited liability company (PT PMA) immediately or initially engage employees through a Professional Employer Organization (PEO).

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What Is the UAE Five-Year Tax Credit Limit? Federal Decree-Law No. 17 of 2025

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The UAE has introduced a strict deadline for claiming tax credit refunds, with unused balances now subject to permanent forfeiture after five years.

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India-Oman CEPA Goes Live– Key Tariff Concessions, CAROTAR Rules, and Market Opportunities

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The India-Oman CEPA is live as of June 1, 2026. The immediate result is a sweeping elimination of the baseline 5 percent import tariff on over US$3.6 billion worth of Indian goods alongside faster marketing authorizations for pharmaceutical products.

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What Manufacturers Should Evaluate Before Establishing Factory in Vietnam

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Establishing factory operations in Vietnam requires manufacturers to evaluate more than labor and industrial land costs.

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European Business in China: Key Takeaways from the EU Chamber’s 2026 Survey

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The EU Chamber China 2026 Business Confidence Survey reveals a modest but significant inflection point in European business sentiment, as the proportion of companies reporting a worsening environment fell for the first time in five years, even as challenges around market access, regulatory barriers, and economic slowdown persist.

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