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China’s Economy in H1 2025: GDP, Trade, and FDI Highlights

2025-07-16
China’s economy grew 5.3 percent year‑on‑year in H1 2025, driven by robust industrial output, export strength, and targeted investment—though domestic consumption, real estate, and private investment lag behind. The key challenge ahead is turning headline momentum into a sustained, broad‑based recovery, especially by boosting household demand and investor confidence amid external uncertainty.
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Shanghai Raises Minimum Wage in 2025

07/16/2025

Shanghai minimum wage has been officially raised in 2025, with the city implementing a modest increase to both monthly and hourly wage standards starting July 1. This article analyzes the new wage levels, compares growth rates from previous years, and evaluates how Shanghai stacks up against other provinces in China.

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India’s New Income Tax Bill 2025: An Overview

07/16/2025

India’s new Income Tax Bill 2025 aims to simplify the tax framework by eliminating outdated provisions, refining tax laws, and introducing structural reforms such as a unified tax year. The bill, currently under various stages of review, is expected to bring in a more efficient and transparent tax regime, benefiting both individuals and businesses.

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Vietnam Enterprise Law: Key Amendments in 2025

07/17/2025

Vietnam’s National Assembly has passed amendments to the Enterprise Law, which took effect on July 1, 2025. The Amended Law on Enterprises 2025 introduces various regulatory reforms aimed at transparency, strengthening corporate governance, and ensuring Vietnam’s legal framework aligns with global anti-money laundering standards.

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UAE Corporate Tax Filing 2025: Key Compliance Steps for Audit and Transfer Pricing Readiness

07/16/2025

UAE businesses must complete audits, transfer pricing adjustments, and disclosures by September 30, 2025, to ensure Corporate Tax compliance. Early preparation and expert engagement are crucial to avoid penalties and filing delays.

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Singapore to Roll Out Business Adaptation Grant in October

07/17/2025

Amid intensifying global trade pressures, Singapore is taking decisive steps to shield its economy from external shocks. One of the most significant developments is the upcoming launch of the Business Adaptation Grant in October 2025. This new initiative, coordinated by the Economic Resilience Taskforce (SERT), is designed to help businesses adapt to newly imposed US tariffs and broader disruptions in the global trade landscape.

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A Guide to Minimum Wages in China (As of July 16, 2025)

07/16/2025

The minimum wages in China continue to rise. We offer a guide to minimum wages in the Chinese Mainland and discuss how labor costs are affected by changes to the minimum wage levels.

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New Indonesia–US Trade Deal Sets 19% Tariff Rate

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Choosing a Company Name in India: Legal and Strategic Insight

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