News Across Asia

An Overview of US Trade and Investment in ASEAN

With ASEAN being the US’ fourth-largest trading partner, the region is becoming of increasing importance to US businesses and its government.

Vietnam News in Brief: Weekly Roundup July 7

Jollibee to expand in Vietnam, aquaculture receives funding boost, and two new Foxconn projects approved in this weeks Vietnam News in Brief.

China Monthly Tax Brief: June 2023

In our China Monthly Tax Brief for June 2023, we discuss the VAT Law, Tariff Law, GBA IIT subsidy, and nationwide expansion of the fully digitalized e-fapiao. Further, China companies can now enjoy additional deduction of R&D expenses in July as well.

China Releases New Measures to Further Open-Up its Free Trade Zones

China's FTZ Opening-Up Measures will further liberalize the business environment in six pilot regions to promote international trade and investment.

Vietnam's Insurance Industry M&As: Opportunities and Challenges

In this article, we run through some of the benefits and challenges as well as the regulatory due diligence for foreign firms when it comes to dealmaking in Vietnam's insurance industry

Planning for Uncertainty: Global Staffing Solutions to Facilitate Your China Market Entry

Global Staffing Solutions (GSS) is a flexible entry strategy for foreign businesses to test the Chinese market without needing to physically set up an operation.

Dubai Chamber Sets Up An Office In Indonesia

India Unveils Draft Green Credit Program to Incentivize Sustainable Practices

The draft Green Credit Program Implementation Rules 2023 will enable entities in India to earn 'green credits' as incentives for their sustainable methods and environmentally conscious business practices. We discuss how the program could work.

China’s Human Genetic Resources Regulation: Key Points for Foreign Stakeholders

Latest changes to China's human genetic resources regulation seek to make compliance requirements efficient for research and industry applications, but also ensure biosecurity goals.

Navigating Vietnam's Healthcare Sector for Chinese Healthcare Companies

Vietnam's healthcare industry offers promising opportunities for foreign investors and Chinese firms are well poised to benefit. Here’s how.

China and Honduras Establish Diplomatic Relations (updated)

Honduras has recently established diplomatic relations with China. This new partnership is expected to bring significant opportunities for both countries, and may have a considerable impact on trade and investment between the two regions.

Audit and Compliance in Cambodia: A Guide for Foreign Investors

Resident taxpayers are subject to tax on their worldwide income while non-resident taxpayers are taxed on their Cambodia-sourced income only.