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China Briefing

The Path to Peak Emissions: Climate and Environmental Policy in China's 15th Five-Year Plan

04/23/2026

The 15th Five-Year Plan doubles down on renewables build-out and seeks to tighten environmental regulations, posing both regulatory challenges and substantial economic opportunities for foreign companies in the years to come.

India Briefing

How to Read the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026: Less Prosecution, More Accountability

04/23/2026

India’s Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026 proposes updates to the Companies Act, 2013, and LLP Act, 2008, decriminalizing routine compliance lapses while tightening oversight of auditors, valuers, and directors.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia BPJS Compliance for Foreign Employers: Costs, Hiring Impact, and Registration Requirements

04/23/2026

BPJS compliance in Indonesia explained for foreign companies. See employer costs, contribution rates, and hiring impact before market entry.

ASEAN Briefing

How Foreign Investors Can Capture Value in Malaysia’s Semiconductor Ecosystem

04/23/2026

Discover where foreign investors can generate returns in Malaysia’s semiconductor ecosystem, from established manufacturing to higher-value segments.

Vietnam Briefing

Mapping Adidas’ Supply Chain in Vietnam: Clusters, Logistics, and Labor Dynamics

04/23/2026

Over the last decade or so Adidas has greatly increased its presence in Vietnam. Here’s where they're located and why they’re there.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Dubai South Free Zone Rolls Out New Incentives: What Investors Need to Know

04/23/2026

UAE free zone Dubai South has introduced new incentives, including support for company formation and fee relief measures, to reduce operational costs for free zone businesses. The move reflects intensifying competition among UAE free zones and signals a favorable entry window for foreign investors.

ASEAN Briefing

Choosing Between BOI and Non-BOI Companies in Thailand for Foreign Investors

04/22/2026

Understand whether a BOI or non-BOI company in Thailand makes financial sense based on tax benefits, ownership control, setup timelines, and compliance requirements.

India Briefing

Labor Compliance Calendar for Liaison Offices in India (FY 2026–27)

04/22/2026

Liaison Offices (LOs) in India must follow the FY 2026-27 compliance calendar covering labor codes and the new income tax framework. Key requirements include RBI/FEMA reporting, quarterly TDS filings, and state-specific Shops & Establishments Act.

Vietnam Briefing

Ascentium Vietnam Debuts as One of the Country’s Largest Corporate Services Platforms Following Dezan Shira Acquisition

04/22/2026

Ascentium, a leading global business services platform, has completed its acquisition of Asia-focused advisory firm Dezan Shira & Associates and is unifying its Vietnam operations with InCorp Vietnam, An Ascentium Company (“InCorp Vietnam”) under a single brand: Ascentium Vietnam.

India Briefing

India-Romania Bilateral and Economic Ties: Trade Trends and Business Opportunities in 2026

04/22/2026

We examine how India and Romania are strengthening their economic partnership in 2026 through increased diplomatic engagement and evolving trade dynamics, with expanding cooperation across trade, technology, and skills mobility.

Vietnam Briefing

Understanding Vietnam’s Tax Withholding Framework for Foreign E-Commerce Platforms

04/22/2026

As Vietnam’s digital economy expands, tax authorities are strengthening oversight of income generated through foreign e-commerce platforms.

China Briefing

Do I Need a License to Operate Online in China? A Guide for Foreign Companies

04/22/2026

Before launching a website, mobile app, or digital platform in China, foreign companies face one fundamental question: do they need a license? In most cases, the answer is yes—and often more than one.