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India Briefing

India's New Income Tax Act, 2025 Notified: Key Changes and Implementation Timeline

08/22/2025

India has formally notified the Income Tax Act, 2025, marking a major overhaul of the country’s direct tax regime. Scheduled to take effect from April 1, 2026, the new law replaces the Income-tax Act of 1961.

Vietnam Briefing

Export Processing Enterprises in Vietnam: Eligibility and Alternatives in 2025

08/22/2025

Export processing zones are a popular way to reduce tax liabilities in Vietnam, however, they can be somewhat challenging to establish. This brief overview outlines the requirements and the alternatives, updated to August 2025.

China Briefing

Hong Kong Food and Beverage Market Opportunities and Outlook

08/22/2025

Hong Kong food and beverage market remains a dynamic and competitive hub, driven by tourism recovery, demand for quality and wellness products, and evolving e-commerce channels.

Vietnam Briefing

Hanoi Announces Road Closures Ahead of National Day Parade

08/22/2025

Hanoi authorities have announced extensive road closures, partial bans, and traffic restrictions from August 21 to September 2, 2025, to facilitate parades, rehearsals, and celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2).

ASEAN Briefing

Tax Incentive Requirements for Family Offices in Singapore: What’s New in 2025

08/22/2025

We demonstrate the key requirements to qualifying for income tax exemption for family offices in Singapore.

Middle East Briefing

Settling Corporate Tax Liability Through UAE’s EmaraTax Portal: Step-by-Step Guide

08/22/2025

Step-by-step guide to settling corporate tax through the UAE’s EmaraTax portal. We cover federal tax rules, corporate tax updates, and more.

India Briefing

Winners and Losers: India's Online Gaming Bill Elevates E-Sports, Bans Real-Money Gaming

08/21/2025

India is set to implement the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, creating a framework to promote e-sports while banning real-money and betting games, with strict financial restrictions and heavy penalties for violations.

China Briefing

Subcontracting, Outsourcing, and Affiliate Risks in China: Employer Liability Explained

08/21/2025

China’s Supreme People’s Court has clarified employer liability in subcontracting, outsourcing, and affiliating arrangements in its recent judicial interpretation. For foreign investors, it stresses the need for qualification checks, strong contracts, and proactive compliance to mitigate risks.

India Briefing

India Manufacturing Tracker 2025

08/21/2025

Introducing the India Manufacturing Tracker 2025 by India Briefing—your go-to source for real-time updates on the country's industrial production, emerging trends, and key sector insights.

India Briefing

New Financial Rules in India Effective July 1, 2025: What Businesses Need to Know

08/21/2025

India is introducing key financial rules from July 1, 2025, including mandatory Aadhaar for new PAN cards, stricter GST return rules, and an extended ITR filing deadline. Learn how these updates can affect businesses and taxpayers.

India Briefing

India's FTA Network: Updates in 2025

08/21/2025

Explore 2025 updates on India’s evolving Free Trade Agreement (FTA) landscape. On July 24, 2025, India and the UK formally signed an FTA, a momentous step forward in India’s trade relations with major developed economies.

ASEAN Briefing

Choose The Right Entry Vehicle in Indonesia: PT PMA Vs RO

08/21/2025

Compare PT PMA and Representative Office in Indonesia with guidance on ownership rules, tax, staffing, costs, and regulatory timelines.