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India Briefing

How to Draft a Commercial Contract in India: Key Clauses, Legal Requirements, and Business Risks

07/17/2026

Commercial contracts in India must comply with the Indian Contract Act, 1872, and applicable tax, regulatory, stamp duty, data protection, and sector-specific requirements.

China Briefing

Why Hong Kong Bank Account Applications Are Rejected (Part 2): Preparing a Successful Application

07/17/2026

Hong Kong banks reject account applications for a recurring set of reasons – documentation gaps, unverifiable funds, high-risk business models, and weak regional ties. In Part 2 of this two-part series, we set out the documentation banks expect, compare traditional banks, digital banks, and fintech platforms on onboarding and timelines, and outline the practical avenues available to businesses after a refusal.

India Briefing

Why UK Luxury Cars Cost Less to Import Under the India-UK CETA

07/16/2026

The India-UK Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement (CETA) introduces phased customs duty cuts for eligible UK-built vehicles. Learn about tariff-rate quotas (TRQs), rules of origin, and qualifying brands.

India Briefing

India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends

07/16/2026

India's Tata Electronics and Dutch firm ASML have signed an MoU on May 16, 2026, to support the development of India’s first front-end semiconductor fabrication facility in Gujarat. As of May 18, 2026, India has a total of 13 approved semiconductor projects under ISM and SPECS.

ASEAN Briefing

Structuring a Tax-Efficient Operating Model in Malaysia

07/16/2026

Structuring a tax-efficient operating model in Malaysia requires careful planning of business functions, intercompany transactions, and tax obligations. Find out what foreign investors should consider before commencing operations.

ASEAN Briefing

Managing Intercompany Transactions in Indonesia: Key Accounting Considerations

07/16/2026

Managing intercompany transactions in Indonesia requires careful accounting treatment, PSAK compliance, statutory financial reporting, and related-party disclosures.

China Briefing

China’s GDP Expands 4.7% in H1 2026: How to Read It

07/16/2026

China's economy grew 4.7% in H1 2026. Explore key trends in GDP, manufacturing, consumption, trade, and opportunities for foreign investors.

Vietnam Briefing

European Firms Remain Optimistic on Vietnam: Highlights from EuroCham Q2 2026 BCI

07/16/2026

EuroCham's Q2 2026 Business Confidence Index shows European business confidence in Vietnam rising despite global uncertainty, supported by resilient demand and investment.

Middle East Briefing

Five Months into the UAE–Vietnam CEPA: Early Results, and How UAE Companies Actually Enter Vietnam

07/16/2026

Five months into the UAE–Vietnam CEPA, discover the sectors driving early opportunities and how UAE companies are entering Vietnam through investment, partnerships, and strategic market entry.

ASEAN Briefing

Hiring Foreign Employees in Thailand: Work Permit Rules

07/15/2026

Hiring foreign employees in Thailand requires compliance with work permit rules, employer eligibility requirements, application procedures, and ongoing obligations.

India Briefing

India Semicon 2.0 Approved with US$13.2 Billion Outlay: Key Details

07/15/2026

The central government-led cabinet has approved Semicon 2.0 with a budget of INR 1.275 trillion (US$13.23B). Explore the key business and investment opportunities across chip design, equipment manufacturing, packaging, and the supply chain.

China Briefing

How to Deregister a Company in China: A Guide for Foreign Investors

07/15/2026

Knowing how to deregister a company in China is essential for any foreign investor planning an orderly exit, as the process runs through dissolution, liquidation, and final cancellation across several government agencies.