News Across Asia - Page 108

ASEAN Briefing

New Employment Pass Salary Requirements in Singapore: How Businesses Can Prepare

11/12/2024

Learn about Singapore's new 2025 Employment Pass salary thresholds and COMPASS framework. Find out how businesses can prepare to meet the updated requirements.

China Briefing

China and Italy New Double Taxation Agreement to be Effective in 2025

11/12/2024

The new China-Italy DTA breaks down many of the barriers that obstructed cross-border trade, investment, and knowledge exchange between the two countries.

China Briefing

China and Italy to ‘Relaunch’ Bilateral Ties: Trade and Investment Outlook

11/12/2024

We discuss how the China-Italy bilateral relationship has transitioned after Italy's exit from the BRI, with ongoing high-level interactions indicating strong support for high-value trade and commercial engagement.

China Briefing

China-Mexico Economic Relations: Trade, Investment, and Opportunities

11/11/2024

China and Mexico economic relations are thriving, with bilateral trade reaching US$100.2 billion in 2023. China is Mexico’s second-largest trading partner.

China Briefing

China-Indonesia Closer Economic Ties: Trade and Investment Opportunities

11/11/2024

In this article, we explore the strengthening economic ties between China and Indonesia, highlighting potential opportunities in bilateral trade and investment.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam's Decree 115: Bidding Requirements for Land-Use Projects

11/11/2024

Vietnam's Decree 115 creates a strong legal framework for investor selection and bidding in land-use projects. We discuss key provisions.

India Briefing

India's Trade and Investment Ties with the Commonwealth of Independent States

11/08/2024

We explore the growing trade and investment relations between India and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), highlighting opportunities in energy, diamonds, and gold.

China Briefing

China's Import-Export Trends 2024-25: A Comprehensive Review of the First 10 Months

11/08/2024

We explore China’s import-export trends for 2024-25 by examining the trading structure, methods, partners, products, and sectors involved during the first 10 months.

Middle East Briefing

UAE to Implement E-Invoicing Mandate by July 2026: What Businesses Need to Know

11/08/2024

The UAE e-invoicing mandate will be implemented in three stages from Q4 2024 to July 2026, starting with accrediting service providers, followed by legislative updates, and culminating in mandatory compliance for B2B and B2G transactions via the Peppol network.

India Briefing

India Public Holidays 2025: Official Calendar and Business Planning Guide

11/07/2024

Businesses and foreign investors should note India's official holiday schedule for 2025, which is impacted by regional, local, and national factors, including festivals, patriotic observances, and cultural practices.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Eases Foreign Access to Stock Market, Removes Pre-Fund Requirements for Stock Transactions

11/07/2024

Effective November 2, Vietnam has eased foreign investor access to its stock market by eliminating the 100-percent pre-funding requirement for transactions. Going forward, securities companies must assess the payment risk of foreign institutional investors to determine the necessary funds when placing stock purchase orders.

China Briefing

Trump Wins the 2024 US Presidential Election: Implications for China

11/07/2024

Trump's election win signals a new chapter for US-China relations. This article examines Trump’s China agenda and navigates the possible implications of his second term on business and trade interests.