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Vietnam Briefing

US-Vietnam Framework for Trade Agreement: Key Terms and Expectations

10/28/2025

The US-Vietnam Framework for an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade outlines a deeper integration plan beyond tariff changes.

India Briefing

India and China to Resume Direct Passenger Flights: Boost for Trade, Tourism, and Regional Connectivity

10/28/2025

On October 26, 2025, direct flights between India and China resumed after a five-year suspension, marking a major milestone toward restoring normal bilateral exchanges.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore GDP 2040: What Investors Should Know

10/28/2025

Singapore’s GDP may reach US$1.4 trillion by 2040 — see how policy, sectors, and currency shifts will shape investor decisions.

China Briefing

Asia Transfer Pricing Brief: Q3 2025

10/28/2025

In our Asia Transfer Pricing Brief for Q3 2025, we present the latest updates and new guidelines on transfer pricing in Hong Kong and Asia.

ASEAN Briefing

Should You Invest in Methanol and Ammonia Bunkering in Singapore

10/27/2025

Methanol and ammonia are transforming Singapore’s bunkering sector, offering new opportunities and risks for early-stage investors.

China Briefing

Avoiding Origin Violations: How Foreign Businesses in China Can Legally Route Goods Through ASEAN and Beyond

10/27/2025

To avoid origin violations, foreign businesses sourcing from China can legally route goods through ASEAN by ensuring substantial transformation, accurate origin labeling, and thorough documentation.

India Briefing

GST Registration in 72 Hours: India's New Auto-Approval System to Begin Nov. 1, 2025

10/27/2025

From November 1, 2025, India will roll out a simplified GST registration system, offering automatic approval within three working days for most new applicants. The central government expects the initiative to cover around 96 percent of new registrants.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam-Finland Ties Upgraded to Strategic Partnership: Trade, Investment, and New Opportunities

10/27/2025

Vietnam and Finland elevate ties to a Strategic Partnership, with economic and innovation collaborations playing a key role.

India Briefing

India’s Luxury Market Potential for Italian Brands

10/27/2025

Italy’s brands will find new opportunity in India’s US$12 billion luxury market – where rising affluence, artisanship, and business reforms redefine growth.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Overhauls Trademark System: Lower Fees, Faster IP Protection Services

10/27/2025

In October 2025 the UAE has introduced trademark reforms with reduced fees, new services, and expedited procedures to enhance accessibility and strengthen IP protection.

China Briefing

US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline

10/27/2025

Trump has threatened an additional 100% tariff on Chinese goods in retaliation for the expansion of rare earth export controls. This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on October 11, 2025.

ASEAN Briefing

Avoiding Penalties During Labor Inspections in Indonesia

10/24/2025

Foreign investors can avoid costly labor penalties in Indonesia through strong HR governance and BPJS compliance systems.