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Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Tax Administration 2026: Decree 252 Compliance Guide

08/19/2026

Vietnam’s Decree 252/2026 introduces new tax registration, VAT refund, e-commerce, enforcement, and compliance rules from 1 July 2026.

ASEAN Briefing

Branch or Subsidiary in the Philippines: Which Structure Is More Tax Efficient?

08/18/2026

Compare the tax implications of a branch and subsidiary in the Philippines, including profit repatriation, tax treaties, and investment incentives.

India Briefing

Appointing an Indian National as a Director of a Foreign Company: FEMA and Tax Considerations

08/18/2026

Can an Indian resident serve as a foreign company director? Learn about the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) 1999, tax obligations, permanent establishment (PE), and place of effective management (POEM).

China Briefing

The Right Corporate Secretarial Provider in Hong Kong Does More Than Keep You Compliant

08/18/2026

The right corporate secretarial provider in Hong Kong helps strengthen governance, protect directors from liability, and keep your company ready for fundraising and due diligence at every stage.

China Briefing

How to Open a Corporate Bank Account in China for a Foreign-Invested Enterprise

08/17/2026

Which bank accounts must a foreign-invested enterprise open in China, what documents do banks require, and how does the opening process work in practice? This guide explains how to open a bank account in China, from KYC checks and on-site visits to SAFE registration and capital injection.

India Briefing

How to Execute a PD Bond for SVB Proceedings in India

08/17/2026

Learn how a provisional duty (PD) bond works in Special Valuation Branch (SVB) cases in India, including provisional assessment, electronic bond execution, bank guarantees, ICEGATE procedures, and final duty assessment.

China Briefing

China Monthly Tax Brief: July 2026

08/14/2026

China's July 2026 tax developments include new restructuring tax relief, offshore trust IIT rules, standardised administrative penalties, VOC environmental taxes, and battery consumption tax changes. Learn what these updates mean for foreign-invested enterprises in China.

India Briefing

How Foreign Companies Move from Distributor-Led Sales to Direct India Operations

08/14/2026

Foreign companies often enter India through distributors or resellers before setting up direct operations. We explain when to make the shift, key compliance considerations, and lessons from global brands in India.

ASEAN Briefing

Investing in Vietnam's Renewable Energy Sector: A Market Entry Guide for Foreign Investors

08/13/2026

Vietnam's renewable energy market is creating new opportunities for foreign investors across solar, wind, energy storage, infrastructure, and corporate power procurement.

India Briefing

Investing in South India: Comparing States, Sectors, and Opportunities for Foreign Firms

08/13/2026

This article compares South India’s five principal investment destinations, examining their economic strengths, infrastructure, incentives, industry clusters, and suitability for different multinational operating models.

Vietnam Briefing

How Vietnam’s New Civil Aviation Law Creates Opportunities for Businesses

08/13/2026

Vietnam’s 2025 Aviation Law strengthens aircraft finance protections and opens clearer routes for airport investment, leasing, aviation services, and technology.

China Briefing

How Can Foreign F&B Brands Enter China? Food Franchising Models and Market Entry Considerations

08/12/2026

Foreign food and beverage chains are expanding in China through franchising and local capital. We compare the entry models open to foreign F&B brands and the compliance steps that determine success.