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ASEAN Briefing

Strategic Multi-Currency Cash Management in Singapore

09/12/2025

Multi-currency cash management in Singapore helps investors and executives balance risk, control liquidity, and support growth.

India Briefing

Registering a Pharmaceutical Company in India: How to Obtain CDSCO & Drug License Approvals

09/12/2025

This guide covers matters related to incorporation, regulatory bodies and government approvals, documentation, and renewals—offering investors in the pharmaceuticals industry a clear roadmap to enter the Indian market.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnamese Coffee Market: A Deep Dive into Its Consumers, Challenges, and Prospects

09/12/2025

The Vietnam coffee industry holds opportunities for foreign firms in sourcing, manufacturing, and market retail. Here's where they are.

China Briefing

October Golden Week 2025 in China: Holiday Schedule, Pay Rules, and HR Tips

09/12/2025

China's October Golden Week 2025 runs from October 1 to 8, combining the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day. Employers must prepare for compliance, overtime pay, workforce planning, and cultural sensitivities to minimize disruptions.

Middle East Briefing

Opportunities for Chinese Businesses in the UAE: Trade, Tech, and Energy

09/12/2025

From logistics and energy to digital trade, the UAE is a gateway for Chinese businesses into Middle East, Africa and beyond.

India Briefing

India's GST Overhaul: What Goods Become Cheaper and What Gets Costlier

09/12/2025

India’s GST Council has overhauled the indirect tax system, cutting rates on essentials, healthcare, agriculture, and consumer goods while simplifying slabs into 5%, 18%, and a new 40% de-merit rate. We explore how the new GST structure impacts consumers and businesses.

China Briefing

How to Smoothly Transition to eMPF: A Checklist for Employers

09/12/2025

Following the launch of Hong Kong’s eMPF platform, this guide helps employers navigate the transition with practical steps for registration, data review, and compliance.

China Briefing

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

09/12/2025

This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on July 30, 2025. Most recently, the US-China tariff truce got extended for another 90 days until November 10, 2025.

Vietnam Briefing

Foreign Food Chains Thrive in Vietnam’s Growing F&B Market

09/12/2025

Vietnam’s F&B market is booming, driven by a growing economy, youthful consumers, and rising demand for modern dining experiences.

ASEAN Briefing

Weighing Risks and Returns: Cambodia’s Capital Gains Tax Is Fully in Force

09/11/2025

Cambodia’s 20% capital gains tax now applies to assets and property, reshaping investor returns and demanding careful planning.

India Briefing

How Indian Businesses Can Set Up in the UAE (2025 Guide)

09/11/2025

A step-by-step guide for Indian companies to set up business in the UAE. Learn about mainland vs free zone entities, licenses, top emirates, CEPA trade benefits, and types of Indian firms in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.

China Briefing

New Guidelines on Handling Sensitive Personal Data in China in Effect November 1

09/11/2025

New nonmandatory standards provide useful clarity on how to legally process senstive personal data throughout the entire lifecycle, facilitating compliance with regulations.