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India Briefing

How Does the India-UK CETA Impact UK Manufacturers? 10 Essential FAQs

07/14/2026

The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) establishes a new framework for bilateral trade, investment, customs, services, and professional mobility, creating fresh opportunities for UK businesses in India.

China Briefing

5 Common Mistakes Foreign SMEs Make When Entering the Chinese Market

07/14/2026

From choosing the wrong corporate structure to underestimating IP risks, we outline five common mistakes foreign SMEs make when entering the Chinese market – and how to avoid them.

India Briefing

CBDT Exempts TDS on Interest, Dividend, and Commission Payments to Eligible IFSC Units in India

07/14/2026

India has removed TDS on specified payments to eligible GIFT City IFSC units from April 1, 2026. The exemption may improve cash flow for qualifying financial institutions, but annual declaration and reporting requirements apply.

China Briefing

Where to Invest in China’s Biopharma Boom: Mapping the Big Three Clusters in 2026

07/13/2026

China now generates close to a third of the world’s innovative-drug pipeline, and foreign multinationals are committing billions to specific addresses. We map where the capital is going, and why each of China’s three anchor life sciences clusters suits a different kind of investor.

ASEAN Briefing

Choosing Between a Domestic Corporation, OPC, or Branch Office in the Philippines

07/13/2026

Choosing between a domestic corporation, OPC, or branch office in the Philippines depends on foreign ownership rules, tax, governance, and regulatory requirements.

India Briefing

India–Australia Trade Relations 2026: ECTA, CECA Talks, and Key Sectors for Business

07/10/2026

Learn how India-Australia ECTA and the ongoing CECA negotiations are shaping trade, investment, market access, and commercial collaboration between the two regions.

Vietnam Briefing

Is Vietnam the Right Market for Your Business? A Decision Framework for Foreign Investors

07/10/2026

Assess whether Vietnam fits your business model with a practical framework covering market demand, entry options, locations, partners, costs, and supply chains.

China Briefing

Non-Compete Agreements in China: A Guide for Foreign Employers

07/10/2026

Non-compete agreements in China only bind certain employees and must meet strict tests on eligibility, compensation, and proportionality. This guide explains what foreign employers must do to keep their clauses enforceable, and what to check in their contracts.

China Briefing

Hong Kong Refines Fund and Family Office Tax Regime: Key Changes and Implications

07/10/2026

Hong Kong’s 2026 tax bill expands incentives for funds, asset managers, and family offices under the Unified Fund Exemption. Explore key changes and implications.

India Briefing

India Extends Customs Duty Relief for Electronics and Battery Manufacturing Until March 2029

07/09/2026

India's latest customs duty notifications exempt key electronics components and lithium-ion battery manufacturing machinery until March 31, 2029, lowering production costs and supporting domestic manufacturing.

China Briefing

China Monthly Tax Brief: June 2026

07/09/2026

Our June 2026 tax brief covers a new VAT filing pilot, real-time petrol invoicing rules, OECD remote-work PE guidance, and new foreign investment incentives, among other important updates foreign businesses should know.

ASEAN Briefing

Common Structuring Assumptions That Delay Indonesia Market Entry

07/09/2026

Avoid common structuring mistakes that can delay market entry into Indonesia. Explore key legal, licensing, governance, and tax considerations for foreign investors.