News Across Asia - Page 117

Middle East Briefing

UAE Work Permit: A Comprehensive 2025 Guide

01/16/2025

Compliance with UAE labor laws, accurate documentation, and awareness of evolving regulations are key to successfully navigating the country's work permit system.

ASEAN Briefing

Revised Tax Incentive Schemes for Funds in Singapore

01/16/2025

Singapore updates its tax incentive schemes for funds in 2025 with new thresholds and conditions for Sections 13O, 13U, 13D, and 13OA.

India Briefing

DGFT Updates Schedule II of India’s Export Policy

01/15/2025

India's Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) revised its export policy on January 13, 2025, setting new conditions for all merchandise goods and aligning the schedule with the Finance Act 2024.

China Briefing

US Investment Ban on China: What it Means Now That it's in Effect

01/15/2025

The US has introduced stringent investment ban on China, effective January 2025. This article delves into the evolution of these restrictions, analyzing the implications for businesses and their ripple effects on US-China economic relations and beyond.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia Labor Law Amendments: Preparing for Compliance

01/15/2025

Saudi Arabia's Labor Law amendments, effective February 2025, introduce enhanced worker protections, expanded employer obligations, and structured frameworks for contracts, aligning with Vision 2030 goals.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Signs CEPA Agreements with Malaysia, Kenya, and New Zealand

01/15/2025

The UAE has signed CEPA trade agreements with Malaysia, Kenya, and New Zealand to enhance its post-oil economy and foster open trade and investment policies. These deals now require to be ratified by both sides before implementation.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia and Japan Sign Bilateral Agreement for Carbon Trading

01/15/2025

Discover how Indonesia and Japan's new carbon trading agreement fosters sustainability and global climate goals through IDXCarbon.

India Briefing

India-Bulgaria Bilateral and Trade Relations

01/14/2025

India and Bulgaria have maintained a strong and evolving bilateral relationship for over seven decades, with key developments in trade, investment, and economic cooperation.

China Briefing

NGO Accounting and Compliance in China: Key Highlights

01/14/2025

On December 20, 2024, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) unveiled the updated Accounting System for Non-governmental Non-profit Organizations (hereinafter, the "NGO Accounting System"), set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s Economic Outlook for 2025: Push for Digitalization and Sustainability

01/14/2025

Vietnam’s economy enters 2025 on a strong note, having exceeded all socio-economic targets set by the National Assembly, with GDP growth surpassing 7 percent in 2024. We highlight the key industries in Vietnam that will attract investors, along with the dual efforts to advance the digital economy and accelerate the green transition across all sectors.

India Briefing

India’s Trade Landscape Amid Global Geopolitical Shifts: BCG Report Insights

01/14/2025

A new BCG report highlights how changing global trade dynamics, including potential increases in US tariffs following President-elect Trump's inauguration, could impact India’s trade and economic growth. We look at key report insights impacting India's export-import trade.

Middle East Briefing

Getting a UAE Driving License and Payment of Traffic Fines

01/14/2025

We discuss how to get a driving license in the UAE, payment of fines in case of traffic violations, and other penalties for non-compliance.