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China Briefing

Spain-China Relations Deepen Amid Sánchez's Visit to Beijing

04/18/2026

Spain is deepening engagement with China despite structural imbalances, with Sánchez’s April 2026 visit institutionalizing bilateral dialogue and expanding cooperation in investment, agrifood, and industrial sectors, even as a large trade deficit persists.

China Briefing

China’s GDP Grows 5% in Q1 2026 in Show of Resilience

04/17/2026

China's economy delivered a strong start to 2026, with industrial output and export growth driving momentum despite headwinds from the global supply chain crisis.

India Briefing

MCA Seeks Public Feedback to Simplify Corporate Filings Under Companies Act, 2013 — Deadline May 15

04/17/2026

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) is seeking public feedback to modernize the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014, and rationalize the filing framework under the Companies Act, 2013. The consultation window is open on the IICA portal until May 15, 2026.

ASEAN Briefing

Branch vs Subsidiary in Vietnam: Corporate Income Tax Impact

04/17/2026

Planning entry into Vietnam? Understand how corporate tax shapes profit allocation, repatriation, and risk when choosing your structure.

India Briefing

How Danish Companies Can Invest in India: FTA, Manufacturing, and Entry Strategy

04/17/2026

India offers Danish companies export access under the India–EU Free Trade Agreement and manufacturing scale. Explore sectors, states, and market entry strategies.

China Briefing

China Manufacturing Tracker 2026

04/17/2026

Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for March 2026 has now been updated.

Middle East Briefing

Gulf EV Market Shifts Toward Chinese Automakers as Fuel Costs Rise and China-GCC Ties Deepen

04/17/2026

Rising fuel costs and inflation are accelerating demand for affordable Chinese EV across the Gulf, with the UAE leading adoption and Saudi Arabia scaling infrastructure and localization.

India Briefing

India’s Trade Performance in FY 2025-26: Moderate Export Growth Amid Shifting Trade Dynamics

04/17/2026

India’s total exports hit US$860.09 billion in FY 2025-26, led by a 7.94 percent surge in services. Explore the full breakdown of merchandise trends and key growth drivers amid global geopolitical shifts.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Medical Tourism Market in 2026: Market Entry Strategies and Investment Outlook

04/16/2026

Vietnam’s the medical tourism sector is growing as a cost-effective alternative in Asia, with revenues expected to near US$4 billion by 2033.

India Briefing

India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends

04/16/2026

India’s semiconductor sector in 2026 is gaining momentum with the notification of Tata’s Dholera fab SEZ on April 9, 2026, supported by policy reforms, new investments, and expanding chip assembly and design capabilities.

China Briefing

Beyond Compliance: How to Approach Hong Kong’s 2026 Profits Tax Return

04/16/2026

The IRD issued 270,000 Profits Tax Returns April 1, 2026, marking a landmark shift to mandatory digital filing. This guide covers who must e-file, key deadlines, iXBRL requirements, and practical steps to ensure compliance.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Reduces Tax Penalties and Introduces Unified Compliance Framework

04/16/2026

The UAE has introduced a major reform of its tax penalty regime, significantly reducing fines and replacing a punitive system with a simplified, proportionate framework effective April 14, 2026.