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China Briefing

What China's New ODI Rules Mean for Multinational Companies

06/12/2026

Multinational companies should review China-related operations and strengthen compliance frameworks to address evolving ODI-linked risks in data, technology, and cross-border collaboration.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia Proposes Updated Rules for Private Hospitality Facilities

06/11/2026

Saudi Arabia has proposed new rules for private hospitality facilities, covering licensing, short-stay limits, advertising, guest privacy, and security obligations. Operators should review their procedures and monitor the final regulation once issued.

India Briefing

Building HR Compliance Readiness Under India’s Labor Codes

06/11/2026

Prepare your business for labor codes in India with practical insights on workforce management, compliance risks, and employment governance in 2026.

China Briefing

Navigating Data Compliance in Chinese M&A Transactions

06/11/2026

Understanding how China's data protection laws affect every stage of a cross-border acquisition is essential for foreign companies exploring M&A opportunities in the country.

ASEAN Briefing

Director, Management, and Local Presence Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Malaysia

06/11/2026

Foreign-owned companies in Malaysia must meet director, management, and local presence requirements. Find out how to structure your Malaysian operations effectively.

ASEAN Briefing

Using a Singapore-Based Virtual CFO to Manage ASEAN Subsidiaries

06/11/2026

Learn how a Singapore-based Virtual CFO can help foreign investors manage ASEAN subsidiaries, improve financial visibility, and support regional operations.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam-Sweden Relations: Beyond EVFTA Toward Innovation and Green Growth

06/11/2026

Explore Vietnam-Sweden thriving relations, including bilateral trade, investment, innovation partnerships, and green growth opportunities.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: As of June 2026

06/10/2026

The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker provides the latest data, industrial production indicators, and export performance insights to help investors monitor Vietnam’s fast-evolving manufacturing landscape.

India Briefing

Global Capability Centers in India: Setup, Location, Tax, and Compliance Guide

06/10/2026

Learn how foreign companies can set up global capability centers in India, choose the right city, structure entities, and manage tax, transfer pricing, payroll, data protection, and compliance risks.

ASEAN Briefing

VAT Compliance for Foreign Companies Operating Across Multiple Vietnamese Provinces

06/10/2026

Foreign companies operating across multiple Vietnamese provinces may face different VAT obligations depending on their branch structure, manufacturing activities, project locations, and reporting arrangements.

Vietnam Briefing

Thai Nguyen After Merger: Northern Vietnam’s Next Industrial Growth Hub

06/10/2026

Thai Nguyen is a potential alternative for manufacturers, providing a viable option to the saturated industrial hubs in Northern Vietnam.

China Briefing

Hiring Over-Age Employees in China: Key Compliance Developments 2026

06/10/2026

China’s new rules on over-age workers reshape hiring, contracts, and risk exposure—here’s what employers need to know now.