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Vietnam Briefing

Iran Conflict and Vietnam’s Economy: Early Impacts on Energy Costs, Logistics, and Export Supply Chains

03/02/2026

Vietnam, though geographically distant from the Iran conflict, is likely to experience economic spillovers due to its ties to global energy markets and transportation networks.

China Briefing

China Issues New Production Licensing Rules for Infant Formula Liquid Milk

03/02/2026

China has released new detailed rules governing production licensing for infant formula liquid milk, tightening regulatory oversight in the special foods sector.

India Briefing

India’s New GDP Series (Base Year 2022-23): Structural Recalibration For Businesses & Investors

02/27/2026

India’s new GDP series (base year 2022-23) modernizes economic measurement. This structural recalibration offers investors and businesses deeper sectoral insights and a more accurate reflection of India's growth trajectory.

ASEAN Briefing

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

02/27/2026

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

Vietnam Briefing

Managing Anti-Dumping Risk in Vietnam: Compliance, Market Access, and Strategic Planning

02/27/2026

We review Vietnam's anti-dumping investigations, covering its landscape, sector exposure, exporter implications, compliance responsibilities, and the investigation process.

China Briefing

China’s Import and Export Licensing Regime in 2026

02/27/2026

China’s 2026 updates to its import and export licensing catalogs introduce new requirements for a wide range of goods. Companies that proactively review classifications and adjust compliance processes will be better positioned to avoid clearance delays and maintain supply chain continuity.

India Briefing

India and Brazil Target US$30 Billion Trade by 2030: Strategic Partnership Expands Across Minerals, Tech, and Healthcare

02/27/2026

India and Brazil plan to double bilateral trade to US$30 billion by 2030, expanding cooperation across critical minerals, digital technology, healthcare, and supply chains.

Vietnam Briefing

US Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Tariffs: Implications for Vietnam–US Trade and Businesses

02/27/2026

The US Supreme Court has ruled that reciprocal tariffs imposed under the IEEPA were unlawful, reshaping the legal framework underpinning recent US trade measures.

China Briefing

EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline

02/27/2026

Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.

India Briefing

India Tax Calendar March 2026: Guide to Advance Tax, Transfer Pricing, and FTC Filing

02/26/2026

As FY 2025-26 approaches its close, March 2026 represents a key compliance period under India’s direct tax framework. Businesses should review the March tax compliance calendar and ensure timely data reconciliation and reporting readiness.

China Briefing

China's Quantum Technology: The 15th Five-Year Plan's Push from Lab to Market

02/26/2026

China’s 15th FYP identifies quantum technology as the leading future industry expected to drive new economic growth. With market size expanding and policy support widening, foreign investors face both growing opportunities despite tightening localization pressures.

India Briefing

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

02/26/2026

With the US Supreme Court tariff ruling, followed by new solar import duties of 125.87 percent on Indian exporters, India-US trade dynamics are being reshaped, prompting exporters and investors to reassess pricing strategies, supply chains, and tariff risk exposure.