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China Briefing

Hong Kong Budget 2026-2027: Driving Growth Through Technology and Innovation

02/26/2026

The latest fiscal blueprint charts a path to innovation-led growth while reinforcing the city’s position as a global financial and logistics hub.

Vietnam Briefing

Navigating Vietnam’s New Deportation Rules: What Foreigners Should Know

02/25/2026

An overview of Vietnam’s new deportation rules under Decree 59/2026/ND-CP and their implications for foreign nationals.

India Briefing

India–France Tax Treaty Revised: Dividend Relief, Capital Gains Changes, and Investor Impact

02/25/2026

The revised India–France tax treaty changes dividend taxes, capital gains rights, and compliance rules. Key insights for French investors and India operations.

India Briefing

Leave India Notice (LIN) on Employment Visa: A Compliance Checklist for Expats

02/25/2026

A recent judgment by the Karnataka High Court has clarified how Leave India Notices are issued to foreign workers in India, holding that immigration authorities need not separately hear the employee if compliance issues originate from the sponsoring employer.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia Refines RHQ Procurement Rule With Formal Exemption Framework: What Businesses Need to Know

02/25/2026

Saudi Arabia has formalized exemptions to its Regional Headquarters (RHQ) requirement for government contracts, introducing a structured framework that allows non-RHQ firms to participate in public procurement under defined competitive and technical conditions.

China Briefing

China’s MIIT Introduces New Technology Contract Registration Requirements for 2026

02/25/2026

China has released updated rules governing the recognition and registration of technology contracts. The new requirements, effective March 1, 2026, are a crucial step for companies to access tech-related tax incentives.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore RHQ And IHQ Incentives: What Multinationals Should Know

02/25/2026

Learn how Singapore RHQ and IHQ incentives work, including eligibility, tax benefits, and risks for multinational headquarters.

China Briefing

Setting Up a Family Office in Hong Kong

02/25/2026

Hong Kong's strategic location, robust financial infrastructure, favorable tax regime, and high quality of life make it an ideal destination for establishing family offices.

Vietnam Briefing

Digital Marketing Services in Vietnam: A 2026 Market Overview

02/24/2026

Digital marketing services in Vietnam are rapidly evolving into essential components of business growth strategies for foreign-invested companies.

India Briefing

US Tariff Twists: Where Does India Stand and How Will Exporters Get Impacted?

02/24/2026

Following the landmark February 2026 Supreme Court strike-down of President Trump's tariffs, New Delhi has paused trade negotiations to protect India’s GDP from the resulting policy volatility. Businesses operating in India should incorporate tariff-risk planning and closely track evolving trade negotiations.

China Briefing

Annual IIT Reconciliation in China 2026: Appointment Booking Opens February 25

02/24/2026

China’s annual IIT reconciliation for 2026 is split into two phases, with early filers advised to book appointments in the IIT app. This section outlines eligibility, key timelines, filing methods, and practical preparation steps.

Middle East Briefing

Strengthening Tax Transparency: UAE Exchange of Information Framework

02/24/2026

The UAE has introduced Cabinet Resolution No. 209 of 2025 to strengthen its Exchange of Information framework, aligning domestic law with international tax transparency standards and expanding record-keeping and disclosure obligations.