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China Briefing

Investing in Shanghai's AI Investment Clusters: Where the Opportunities Lie After WAIC 2026

07/24/2026

We map Shanghai's key AI investment clusters (Xuhui, Zhangjiang, and Lingang) and explain where foreign investors should consider landing after WAIC 2026.

India Briefing

India Tax Compliance Calendar: Key Deadlines for August 2026

07/24/2026

Track India’s August 2026 tax deadlines for GST, TDS, TCS, PF, ESI, professional tax, and ITR filing for eligible non-audit businesses.

China Briefing

Trademark Protection in China: Why Legal Victory Is Only Part of the Strategy

07/23/2026

Louis Vuitton's trademark victory over Chinese tea chain Molly Tea was legally sound yet triggered a massive consumer backlash. Set against nearly 1,700 enforcement actions in five years, the case shows why foreign brands in China need an integrated trademark strategy.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Streamlines Exit Suspension Procedures for Tax Debtors

07/23/2026

Vietnam’s Decree 252 introduces faster removal of exit suspensions, tax debt thresholds, and a 120-day grace period for taxpayers.

ASEAN Briefing

Launching a Financial Services or Fintech Business in Singapore: What Foreign Investors Need to Know

07/23/2026

Launching a financial services or fintech business in Singapore requires choosing the right license, corporate structure, and capital commitment. Learn what foreign investors need to know.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam's Four New Tax Decrees: Why Businesses Must Treat Compliance as an Integrated Exercise

07/22/2026

Learn how Vietnam's four new tax decrees, effective 1 July 2026, affect tax administration, PIT, e-invoicing and transfer pricing compliance.

China Briefing

The Cost of Starting a Business in China: How Foreign Investors Should Budget 

07/22/2026

The cost of setting up a company in China varies depending on the city, sector, operating model, staffing plan, and licensing requirements. This guide helps foreign companies identify the major cost drivers and prepare for a tailored establishment assessment. 

India Briefing

Capital Gains Exemptions for MNCs and Foreign Companies in India

07/22/2026

Foreign firms and MNCs may claim capital gains exemptions in India for qualifying real estate disposals, compulsory acquisitions, and industrial relocations.

ASEAN Briefing

When Is a Bumiputera Partner Required in Malaysia?

07/21/2026

Find out when foreign investors need a Bumiputera partner in Malaysia, including licensing, procurement, distributive trade, and IPO participation requirements.

India Briefing

Employee State Insurance Compliance for Foreign Companies and Indian Subsidiaries

07/21/2026

Employee State Insurance (ESI) compliance applies to foreign companies establishing a presence in India. Employers must comply with ESI registration, employee coverage, employer contributions, and statutory obligations.

China Briefing

How to Choose the Right Accounting Firm in Hong Kong: A Guide for Foreign Investors and SMEs

07/21/2026

A practical guide to selecting an accounting and audit firm in Hong Kong, covering firm tiers, typical fees, and how to match a provider to your business.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Revises High-Tech Park Rules: What Investors Need to Know

07/21/2026

Decree 260/2026 introduces stricter requirements, expanded incentives and new compliance rules for investors in Vietnam's high-tech parks.

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