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China Briefing

Preparing for Chinese New Year 2026: Workforce Management and Business Continuity

02/03/2026

As Chinese New Year 2026 approaches, businesses must prepare for one of the most operationally disruptive periods in the China business calendar. Proactive workforce planning, payroll compliance, and continuity measures will be critical to ensuring a smooth transition before and after the holiday.

India Briefing

India-US Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs, Lifts Export and Investment Outlook

02/03/2026

India’s new trade agreement with the US reduces tariff risk, boosts exporter confidence, and signals renewed momentum for manufacturing, agriculture, and FDI-linked sectors.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Influencers Must Obtain Advertiser Permit Under New Media Law

02/02/2026

From February 1, 2026, influencers and anyone advertising online from within the UAE must hold a valid Advertiser Permit issued by the UAE Media Council, covering both paid and unpaid promotional content across all digital platforms.

India Briefing

Budget 2026 Explainer: Tax Clarity and Incentives for Cloud, Data Centers & AI Players

02/02/2026

Budget 2026–27 elevates data centers to strategic infrastructure, pairing tax exemptions and regulatory certainty with India’s fast-growing digital demand. For global cloud players, India is moving from an emerging data center market to a scale-and-stability play position.

China Briefing

China’s Market Regulator Releases New Guide for Company Name Registration in China

02/02/2026

A new guide on company name registration in China provides a clear explanation of the rules on name selection, helping to ensure compliance and avoiding the risk of future disputes.

India Briefing

Budget 2026 Resets GIFT City Economics for Banks with 20-Year IBU Tax Holiday

02/02/2026

India’s Union Budget 2026 proposes a 20-year tax holiday during a 25-year period for International Banking Units in GIFT City, followed by a concessional 15 percent tax rate.

Vietnam Briefing

India-EU FTA vs. EVFTA: A Comparative Look at Their Strategic Impact on EU Business Expansion

02/02/2026

A comparative view of the FTAs with India and Vietnam reveals how the EU has customized its trade approach for different partners.

Middle East Briefing

ESG Considerations in the UAE: What Businesses Need to Know

02/02/2026

ESG has become a strategic necessity for companies in the UAE. Businesses need to integrate ESG into governance, risk management, reporting.

India Briefing

India's Union Budget 2026-27: Industrial Growth, Infrastructure Spending, Tax Reforms, and What Global Investors Need to Know

02/01/2026

India’s Union Budget 2026–27 outlines major manufacturing incentives, infrastructure capex, tax simplification, and investor facilitation. Key takeaways for global investors.

ASEAN Briefing

Malaysia’s Rising Role in US Trade and What It Means for Foreign Investors

01/30/2026

Explore US–Malaysia trade trends, key export sectors, and why Malaysia is becoming a critical supply chain partner for foreign investors.

India Briefing

What the Binny Bansal Tax Residency Ruling Means for HNIs Moving Abroad

01/30/2026

The ITAT’s ruling on the Binny Bansal tax residency case highlights that global mobility without meaningful economic disengagement does not eliminate tax exposure. For founders and investors, substance and timing outweigh physical location or day-count management when seeking treaty benefits.

China Briefing

Qianhai Updates Support for Hong Kong and Macao Medical Institutions

01/30/2026

Qianhai has revised its support measures for Hong Kong and Macao medical institutions, introducing enhanced fiscal incentives, clearer eligibility criteria, and stricter compliance requirements to promote long-term, high-quality healthcare development. The updated framework reinforces Qianhai’s role as a key testing ground for cross-border healthcare cooperation and foreign participation within the Greater Bay Area.