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China Briefing

Expat Taxes in Hong Kong – A Brief Overview

06/16/2026

For expats new to Hong Kong, the territory's low tax rates can be a welcome change, but the requirements for self-filing, provisional tax mechanism, and biannual payment schedule can catch the unprepared off guard.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Investor Visa Guide: Pathways for Long-Term Residency

06/16/2026

Explore the Vietnam investor visa framework, including visa categories, TRC eligibility, application requirements, and key immigration updates for foreign investors.

India Briefing

India-France Innovation Roadmap 2030 Explained: AI Governance, Space Cooperation & Startup Ecosystems

06/16/2026

India and France have adopted the Innovation Roadmap 2030 to strengthen cooperation in AI, research, healthcare, aerospace, and startup ecosystems, creating new opportunities for businesses and investors.

Middle East Briefing

Setting Up a Business in Dubai: A 2026 Guide

06/16/2026

Dubai remains a leading destination for foreign investors, but new corporate tax rules mean business setup choices now carry greater fiscal consequences. This article explains the main incorporation routes, ownership rules, tax treatment, costs, timelines, residency options, and compliance requirements for 2026.

India Briefing

FEMA Non-Debt Instruments (Third Amendment) Rules 2026: Foreign Individuals Can Now Invest in Indian Listed Securities

06/15/2026

India has expanded Schedule III investment eligibility under the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-Debt Instruments) Rules, 2019. Learn how the 2026 amendments affect foreign investors, listed companies, banks, and compliance teams.

Middle East Briefing

UK-GCC Free Trade Agreement (FTA): Key Provisions and Business Implications for the Gulf

06/15/2026

The UK-GCC FTA creates new opportunities for trade, investment, services, digital commerce, and procurement across the Gulf.

India Briefing

FSSAI Crackdown on Food Claims: Why Brands Should Review Labels, Names, and Marketing

06/15/2026

FSSAI's recent notices serve as a warning for food businesses using organic, healthy, vegan, and nutrient-related claims. Explore the regulatory implications and compliance measures required under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.

Vietnam Briefing

PCI and BPI 2025: Measuring Vietnam’s Business Environment and Private Sector Growth

06/15/2026

Explore Vietnam’s private sector performance in 2025 with the Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI 2025) and the Business Performance Index (BPI), highlighting governance reforms, innovation trends, and top-performing provinces.

China Briefing

Entering China: The Most Important Setup Decisions for Your Manufacturing Success

06/15/2026

Early setup choices in China manufacturing shape operational flexibility for years. From entity structuring to tax and employment frameworks, getting these decisions right at the outset avoids costly constraints that are difficult, and sometimes impossible, to reverse.

ASEAN Briefing

Tax Treatment of Royalties, Technology Transfers, and Intellectual Property Payments in Vietnam

06/15/2026

Royalty and technology transfer arrangements can affect the cost of operating in Vietnam through withholding tax exposure, transfer pricing requirements, and intellectual property structuring decisions.

China Briefing

China Minimum Wage Standards 2026

06/15/2026

This article offers a guide to minimum wages in the Chinese Mainland and discuss how labor costs are affected by changes to the minimum wage levels. The data is current as of June 2026.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia's KBLI 2025 Transition: Understanding the New Business Classification Framework

06/12/2026

Indonesia will implement KBLI 2025 on June 15, 2026. Learn how the new business classification framework affects licensing applications, existing registrations, and new investments.