Cambodia has a strong textiles and agricultural industry, and is a member of ASEAN with Free Trade Agreements with China, India and RCEP.
Overtime hours and regulations refer to time worked in excess of regular working hours in Vietnam. Understanding overtime can be of critical importance for calculating costs for businesses operating in the country.
Alibaba’s online grocery service and food delivery units, including ele.me food delivery system, Tmall supermarket, and Hema grocery stores, are included in China’s digital yuan pilot program. Users of these platforms may find a “digital yuan” option in their payment options.
Tesla has postponed plans to expand its Shanghai facilities due to rising US-China tensions. It indicates that the US-China decoupling rhetoric from the US political class, may be spreading into the corporate sector. We examine Tesla’s options.
Demographic changes are planned long in advance, and China has already taken steps to adapt and absorb population changes. Foreign investment opportunities exist in numerous sectors because of these new dynamics.
Assessing intellectual property risks and making use of the local legal protections available are important steps to take during the market entry planning and relocation stage. This includes examination of the local legal and compliance environment and possible exposure to new market risks.
Firm establishes presence in Bangladesh, Mongolia, Japan & South Korea Dezan Shira & Associates, the pan-Asian foreign direct investment practice, have established formal relations with four new ‘Asian Alliance Partners’ – giving the firm a platform to further develop and assist clients throughout Asia.
An Introduction to Doing Business in Hong Kong 2021 is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Hong Kong. Compiled by the professionals at Dezan Shira & Associates, this comprehensive guide is ideal not only for businesses looking to enter the Hong Kong market, but also for companies that already have a presence in the territory and want to keep up-to-date.
This 142 page guide is a unique study into where investment opportunities are arriving within China’s Belt & Road Initiative. As infrastructure builds are completed, investment potential increases. This book discusses the complete free trade, tax, and legal aspects of the BRI as well as detailing potential pitfalls. It provides country and continental case studies on the extent of the BRI and showcases where and how foreign investors may exploit the infrastructure.
Australian winemakers and exporters should actively consider other Asian countries with less mature wine markets and expanding middle classes who present attractive growth opportunities, such as India, Thailand, and Vietnam.
We discuss the recent changes in China’s export tax rebates regime and provide suggestions on how to prevent and manage the risks in a practical way.
China's State Council has released regulations approving comprehensive pilot programs on opening the service sector in Tianjin, Shanghai, Chongqing, and Hainan.
The development underlines Vietnam’s continued effort in improving the labor landscape as the country experiences strong growth, both economically and socially.
Singapore’s Economic Development Board (EDB) has launched the Corporate Venture Launchpad to support large and established companies to venture into new areas of growth.
Microsoft is establishing its first data center in Malaysia, which is expected to create 19,000 jobs and generate US$4.6 billion in revenue for the country. The government aims to establish a favorable tax system to stimulate foreign high-tech and digital investments.
India’s middle class consumer base to reach 580 million by 2025. All EU countries have double tax treaties with India, reducing profits taxes. Many opportunities to sell and export to one of the world’s fastest growing markets.
Bilateral trade is set to double in the coming decade, using e-commerce, matchmakers, and agents to export to India. Exporters can also set up liaison offices and manufacturing units to take advantage of a middle class consumer market the size of the United States.
As global economies continue to recover, multiple concerns regarding the concentration of supply chains emerge. Many businesses are actively considering their options for relocation. Asian economies have an upper hand, due to a mix of factors – lower costs, rapid industrial growth, availability of professional services, and locational advantages.
Doing Business in China 2021 is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in China. Compiled by the professionals at Dezan Shira & Associates in January 2021, this comprehensive guide is ideal not only for businesses looking to enter the Chinese market, but also for companies who already have a presence here and want to keep up-to-date with the most recent and relevant policy changes.
This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) and includes a guide to corporate establishment, tax advisory, and bookkeeping, in addition to HR and payroll, double tax agreements, and audit and compliance.
Doing Business in India 2021 is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in India. Compiled by the professionals at Dezan Shira & Associates in January 2021, this comprehensive guide is ideal not only for businesses looking to enter the Indian market, but also for companies who already have a presence here and want to keep up to date with the most recent and relevant policy changes.
Dezan Shira & Associates´ brochure offers a comprehensive overview of the services provided by the firm. With its team of lawyers, tax experts, auditors and consultants, it is Dezan Shira´s mission to guide investors through Asia´s complex regulatory environment and assist with all aspects of establishing, maintaining and growing business operations in the region.
Vietnam’s successful pandemic response and export led growth model have accelerated its levels of productivity and kept supply chains moving with limited disruption. Yet, choosing to move operations to Vietnam is not without its share of challenges. Manufacturers must plan how to realign their supply chains and which production elements to relocate, among other factors....
An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2021 is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, compiled by the professionals at Dezan Shira and Associates. The comprehensive guide includes details on corporate establishment, tax advisory, and bookkeeping, in addition to HR and payroll, double tax agreements, and audit and compliance.
This 142 page guide is a unique study into where investment opportunities are arriving within China’s Belt & Road Initiative. As infrastructure builds are completed, investment potential increases. This book discusses the complete free trade, tax, and legal aspects of the BRI as well as detailing potential pitfalls. It provides country and continental case studies...
An Introduction to Doing Business in Hong Kong 2021 is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Hong Kong. Compiled by the professionals at Dezan Shira & Associates, this comprehensive guide is ideal not only for businesses looking to enter the Hong Kong market, but also for companies that already have a presence here...
In this issue of the ASEAN Briefing magazine, we provide an overview of Indonesia’s digital economy, its vibrant startup scene, and how investors can utilize Singapore as a base for expansion into the country. We then analyze Indonesia’s new laws for digital tax and the process for foreign companies to stay compliant. Finally, we focus...
Since the formulation of the GBA Initiative in 2017, business communities have placed high expectation on the coordinated development among GBA cities, as the removal of barriers that limit the movement of trade, capital, information, and people—coupled with targeted government policies—will allow various industries to flourish. In this issue of China Briefing magazine, we demonstrate...
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