News Across Asia - Page 142

Middle East Briefing

UAE E-Commerce Regulation and Licensing Requirements

07/22/2024

We briefly discuss Law No. 14 of 2023 Concerning the Modern Technology-based Trade, which is the main UAE federal legislation governing e-commerce and licensing requirements for online traders.

ASEAN Briefing

AWS's US$9B Infusion Boosts Singapore's Cloud Hub Status

07/22/2024

AWS's US$9 billion investment in Singapore’s cloud infrastructure enhances the nation’s status as a leading global cloud hub and opens new opportunities for foreign investors.

Vietnam Briefing

Prospects for Environmental Technology Investors in Vietnam

07/19/2024

Vietnam's commitment to sustainable development and achieving net-zero (carbon emission) goals offers significant opportunities for environmental technology innovation and foreign investment.

ASEAN Briefing

An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2024 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates

07/19/2024

"An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2024" covers market entry, tax, HR & payroll, and audit & compliance considerations.

China Briefing

Unlocking Opportunities: Hainan’s 2024 Encouraged Industries Revealed

07/19/2024

Hainan has officially launched the 2024 catalogue of encouraged industries, featuring 33 new additions compared to the 2020 edition.

India Briefing

India to Expedite Visa Process for Chinese Technicians Amid Industrial Concerns

07/19/2024

India is reportedly working on loosening the visa requirements of Chinese technicians in response to concerns from several companies.

China Briefing

Personal Information Protection Audits in China - New Draft Standards

07/18/2024

The new draft standards provide useful guidance for companies in China to carry out personal information protection compliance audits proposed under draft measures in 2023.

Vietnam Briefing

EuroCham Vietnam’s Business Confidence Index for Q2 2024

07/18/2024

EuroCham's Q2 2024 BCI report shows European businesses in Vietnam are generally optimistic, yet underscores the necessity for enhanced policy and regulatory reforms to improve the business environment.

India Briefing

India's State-wise Merchandise Export Performance in FY 2023-24

07/18/2024

We discuss the changes in merchandise exports from India's states in FY 2023-24, focusing on their key export items and the dynamics of global trade.

India Briefing

India’s Global Capability Centers Market Estimated to Reach US$110 Billion by 2030

07/18/2024

India's market for global capability centers (GCCs), also known as global in-house captives or GICs, is thriving, with a projected CAGR of 14 percent for the period from 2023 to 2030. We discuss India's key appeal.

ASEAN Briefing

Audit and Compliance in the Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Investors

07/18/2024

The Philippines is modernizing its tax administration by simplifying compliance and introducing a 'file and pay anywhere' system for enhanced taxpayer convenience.

China Briefing

China’s GDP Expands 5% in H1 2024

07/17/2024

China’s GDP expanded by 5.0 percent during the first half of 2024, aligning with the economic target set at the beginning of the year.