News Across Asia - Page 139

India Briefing

Customs Duty in India: Rate Changes Under Union Budget 2024 to Boost Local Manufacturing

07/31/2024

In the Union Budget 2024-25, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed reducing or removing customs duties on various items and announced a comprehensive review of the customs duty rate structure to simplify trade.

China Briefing

China's 72/144-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy Expanded To 54 Countries, Norway Added

07/31/2024

China’s 72/144-hour visa-free transit policy has been expanded to 54 countries. Norway was added to the list starting from November 17, 2023.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Construction Material Sector: Growth Drivers and Challenges

07/31/2024

A surge in infrastructure projects and urban growth is boosting the demand for construction material in Vietnam. Here's what construction firms need to know to take advantage of this opportunity.

ASEAN Briefing

Four Decades Strong: Apple Expands Its Singapore Campus

07/30/2024

Apple’s US$250 million investment in its Singapore campus reinforces the city-state's status as a key tech hub.

India Briefing

India to Enforce Mandatory BIS Standards for Chemicals and Petrochemicals

07/30/2024

India will implement mandatory BIS standards for chemicals and petrochemical products, applicable on both domestic manufacturers and imports.

China Briefing

China’s Export Surge: A Closer Look at H1 2024 Trade Expansion

07/30/2024

China's exports surged 6.9 percent in H1 2024 to RMB 12.13 trillion, bolstered by high-tech sectors, with significant growth in trade with ASEAN and Latin America. However, exports to the EU, US, Japan, and Australia declined. We offer a comprehensive breakdown and analysis of China's trade dynamics for H1 2024 and insights into future trends.

Vietnam Briefing

Regulation of Vietnam’s Real Estate Market: New Laws in Effect from August 1, 2024

07/29/2024

New laws and decrees, along with the implementation of a directive to initiate a nationwide land inventory, are expected to shake up the regulation of Vietnam’s property market and professionalize real estate brokerage.

India Briefing

Digital Communications Hacks to Help Streamline Your Business Presentations

07/29/2024

Mastering business presentations is crucial across all sectors, and with the right techniques—like optimizing voice projection, editing, and document formatting—you can transform your presentations into effective, polished tools for communication and learning.

China Briefing

Hong Kong’s New Patent Box Regime: A 5% Tax Concession for Qualified IP Income

07/29/2024

The patent box tax concession in Hong Kong was enacted on July 5, 2024. Taxpayers who meet specific requirements can be charged profits tax at the concessionary rate of 5 percent instead of the normal profits tax rate of 16.5 percent.

India Briefing

Old vs New Income Tax Regime in India: How to Choose the Right Tax Option

07/29/2024

We discuss the old and new income tax regimes and the changes announced in the Union Budget 2024-25 to assist taxpayers in making an informed choice.

Middle East Briefing

Intellectual Property Regulations in the UAE

07/29/2024

For business owners and entrepreneurs in the UAE, understanding the country's intellectual property rights regime is essential for protecting their creations and business secrets, thereby securing their unique offerings and maintaining a competitive edge.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore's Growing Investments in Vietnam: Key Sectors

07/27/2024

Singapore's investments in Vietnam boost key sectors like manufacturing, real estate, and energy.