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Middle East Briefing

Sharjah Natural Resources Tax 2025: Implications for Extractive and Non-Extractive Businesses

03/31/2025

Sharjah's Natural Resources Tax, effective February 2025, imposes a 20% tax on extractive and non-extractive natural resources businesses.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore's Role as ASEAN's Financial Hub: Can it Maintain its Lead?

03/31/2025

Singapore remains ASEAN’s top financial hub, but rising competition, fintech disruption, and regional shifts challenge its dominance.

China Briefing

China-Slovakia Economic Ties: Strengthening Cooperation and Future Opportunities

03/28/2025

Discover the latest trends in China-Slovakia trade and investment, including key challenges, bilateral agreements, and business opportunities.

China Briefing

China-Ethiopia Trade, Investment, and Opportunities

03/28/2025

Discover how China and Ethiopia are deepening their trade and investment ties through strategic infrastructure, manufacturing, and energy cooperation. Explore key projects, policies, and why Ethiopia is attracting growing Chinese capital.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia Introduces New Ultimate Beneficial Ownership Rules

03/28/2025

Saudi Arabia introduced the new Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) Rules, mandating all companies to identify, disclose, and maintain up-to-date records of their ultimate beneficial owners.

ASEAN Briefing

Thailand's Automotive Industry: A Guide for Foreign Investors

03/27/2025

Thailand's automotive industry offers strong investment potential with government incentives, EV expansion, and a robust supply chain.

India Briefing

Mandatory ISD Registration Under GST Begins April 1, 2025: What Businesses Need to Know

03/27/2025

From April 1, 2025, India will require mandatory ISD registration under GST to ensure accurate tax credit distribution and compliance. India Briefing explores the key changes and their potential impact on businesses in the country.

Vietnam Briefing

Unlocking Growth: Vietnam’s Plan to Reduce Bureaucracy and Boost Investment

03/27/2025

Vietnam is implementing key reforms to enhance its business climate, including reducing unnecessary business conditions by 30 percent. This move aligns with Vietnam’s broader commitment to fostering a more efficient and competitive economy.

India Briefing

India to End Equalisation Levy on Digital Ads by April 1, 2025

03/27/2025

India will remove the 6 percent digital tax, effective April 1, 2025, reducing costs for US tech giants and aligning with global tax norms to strengthen trade ties.

China Briefing

China Updated Certificate of Tax Residency Rules: Key Changes Effective April 2025

03/27/2025

China has updated the Certificate of Tax Residency rules, effective April 1, 2025. The changes introduce a fully digital application process, reduce processing time, and expand the certificate’s scope for tax treaty benefits and verification.

Middle East Briefing

Egypt-India Economic Ties Eyeing US$12 Billion Trade Target & Investment

03/27/2025

Egypt and India are strengthening trade and investment ties, aiming to increase bilateral trade from US$4.2 billion in 2024 to US$12 billion in five years, with key sectors including renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, and infrastructure.

ASEAN Briefing

Laos' Hydropower Sector: Opportunities for Foreign Investors

03/26/2025

Laos aims to become a regional leader in hydropower, attracting foreign investment through large-scale projects and energy exports.

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