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China Briefing

China Clarifies Medical Device Classification for Brain-Computer Interfaces: A Guide for Foreign Investors

07/03/2026

NMPA's new guideline sorts BCI devices into concrete risk classes and registration pathways, turning what used to be a regulatory guessing game into a roadmap foreign investors can actually plan around. Find out which devices get the fast-track Class II route, which face the full Class III gauntlet, and what it all means for your China market entry strategy.

India Briefing

New Employee Provident Fund 2026 Rules Advance India's Social Security Code Implementation

07/03/2026

The Employee Provident Fund 2026, in effect from July 1, 2026, introduces new compliance rules, digital filing, withdrawal norms, and governance requirements for employers and employees in India.

China Briefing

Transfer Pricing in Hong Kong: BEPS 2.0, Documentation, and Trends

07/03/2026

Hong Kong implemented the global minimum tax (Pillar Two) from January 1, 2025. This article examines the latest transfer pricing trends, documentation expectations, and what MNE groups should prepare.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Opens Pillar Two Top-up Tax Registration on EmaraTax: What MNE Groups Should Do Now

07/03/2026

The UAE's Federal Tax Authority has activated Pillar Two top-up tax registration on the EmaraTax portal, moving the country's 15 percent domestic minimum top-up tax from legislation into administration.

China Briefing

China’s Medical Device Industry – Why Beijing is the Place to Invest

07/02/2026

Beijing is fast becoming China's leading hub for innovative medical devices, backed by dedicated industrial parks, policy incentives, and world-class research infrastructure. We look at where the opportunities lie for foreign companies and how to position for market entry.

ASEAN Briefing

Should Foreign Companies in Singapore Use a Nominee Director or Appoint a Resident Director?

07/02/2026

Compare nominee and resident director arrangements in Singapore, including the legal, governance, and operational considerations that influence the most appropriate appointment for foreign companies.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Reaches Upper-Middle-Income Status Under World Bank Classification

07/02/2026

Vietnam has been reclassified as a World Bank upper-middle-income economy after its GNI per capita reached US$4,970, marking a milestone for investors.

India Briefing

What Should Employers Know About Wage, Payroll, and HR Compliance in India in 2026?

07/02/2026

Download India Briefing’s 2026 employer guide to wage, payroll, and HR compliance in India, covering labor codes, minimum wages, hiring, exits, TDS, and payroll obligations.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Regulatory Update July 2026: A New Compliance Landscape for Investors

07/02/2026

More than 60 laws and decrees take effect as part of Vietnam's July 2026 regulatory update, affecting taxation, digital business, customs, investment, and corporate compliance.

ASEAN Briefing

How Transfer Pricing Shapes Group Structures in Malaysia

07/02/2026

Transfer pricing influences how multinational groups structure their Malaysian operations. See how decisions on business functions, intercompany arrangements, and profit allocation affect group structures.

Middle East Briefing

How to Register for Corporate Tax in the UAE: Step-by-Step Guide

07/02/2026

Corporate Tax registration is mandatory for taxable persons in the UAE. This guide explains how to register through EmaraTax, including who must register, required documents, and key steps.

China Briefing

China’s 2026 Legislative Agenda: Which Laws Matter Most for Foreign Businesses?

07/02/2026

Under the new agenda, China will introduce major reforms to procurement, trademarks, taxation, bankruptcy, and financial regulations. These changes, which aim to unify rules, tighten compliance, and reshape market access, could require foreign companies to reassess strategies and regulatory exposure.