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China Briefing

How Hormuz Disruptions Affect China’s Energy Security and Industry

04/09/2026

Hormuz disruptions are reshaping China’s energy security outlook, with risks emerging through higher costs rather than supply shortages. While diversified imports and strong reserves provide resilience, pressure is building on industrial margins, transport costs, and supply chain stability.

India Briefing

India's FTA Gambit 2026: Implementation, Expansion, and Strategic Realignment

04/09/2026

Monitor the 2026 status of all of India’s Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and CEPAs. This live tracker covers the historic EU deal, UK CETA implementation, and ongoing negotiations with Canada, the GCC, and the US.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia’s Minimum Investment Requirements: What Foreign Investors Need to Plan Before Entry

04/09/2026

A practical guide to Indonesia’s PT PMA investment rules, including the IDR 10 billion threshold, capital structuring, and expansion planning.

ASEAN Briefing

Vietnam Tax Rules on Software Licensing and Digital Services: What Foreign Contractors Need to Know

04/09/2026

Avoid costly tax mistakes on software contracts in Vietnam. Learn how FCT applies and how to structure deals to protect margins.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Secures FTSE Emerging Market Status Upgrade

04/09/2026

FTSE Russell has officially upgraded Vietnam to emerging market status, marking an important milestone in its financial growth and global integration.

Middle East Briefing

Qatar Tightens Rules for Representative Offices and Advisory Firms

04/09/2026

Qatar has introduced new rules for representative offices and wholesale advisory firms, clarifying permitted activities and strengthening supervision for financial institutions.

ASEAN Briefing

Philippines Domestic Corporation Setup: Avoid Costly Mistakes Before You Invest

04/08/2026

Avoid delays and unnecessary costs when setting up a company in the Philippines. Learn what foreign investors must get right before investing.

India Briefing

India’s Mandatory Halal Certification 2026: New Country List & I-CAS Compliance Deadlines

04/08/2026

India has expanded the I-CAS Halal certification requirement to 20 additional markets, bringing the total number of covered export destinations to 35 as of 2026. Explore the newly added markets and implementation timelines for exporters.

India Briefing

Income Tax Assessment in India (2025-26): Scrutiny Timelines & New Reassessment Rules

04/08/2026

Gain a clear understanding of the transition to the Income-tax Act, 2025, including the revised tax assessment framework, scrutiny timelines, and reassessment provisions.

China Briefing

Labor Compliance in China 2026: Enforcement Trends and Documentation Risks

04/08/2026

China’s labor compliance landscape in 2026 is defined by tighter judicial interpretation rather than new laws. Employers must align HR, payroll, and documentation practices with evolving court standards to manage dispute risk effectively.

China Briefing

Hong Kong Strengthens AEOI Framework with 2026 Amendment Bill

04/08/2026

Hong Kong has gazetted the Inland Revenue (Amendment) (Automatic Exchange of Information) Bill 2026 to enhance its AEOI framework. The proposed changes further align the city with global tax transparency standards under the OECD’s Common Reporting Standard.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: As of April 2026

04/08/2026

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