News Across Asia | ASIA BRIEFING

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.

India Briefing

Who Will Face Income Tax Scrutiny in TY 2026–27? India's CBDT Rules Explained

06/12/2026

CBDT’s compulsory scrutiny guidelines for tax year 2026-27 identify categories of income tax returns that the Income Tax Department will mandatorily examine in detail.

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

UAE Salary Payment Rules Tighten from June 1, 2026: What Employers Should Know

06/12/2026

From June 1, 2026, the UAE removes the 15-day payroll grace period. Private-sector employers that miss salary payments may face fines, work permit suspensions, and travel bans within 21 days.

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.