News Across Asia

Turkiye To Raise Corporate Income Tax Rates, But Provides Export Incentives

A Brief History of Legalized Gambling in Vietnam

Gambling has been illegal in Vietnam for the bulk of its modern history. This, however, may be changing. Here’s a brief overview of developments in legalized gambling in Vietnam and what to watch moving forward.

India Starts to Use Chinese Yuan to Pay for Russian Oil

Indian refiners now use China's RMB Yuan, moving away from US dollars, to pay for some Russian oil imports, showcasing India's pragmatic approach to energy needs and embracing a preferred currency basket including the Yuan, Ruble, and Dirham.

Selling to the Indian Market – New Issue of India Briefing Magazine Out Now

Selling to the Indian Market requires foreign companies to adopt a multifaceted approach that factors both specific business objectives and local sensitivities. Our magazine covers some of the do's and don'ts in this market and discusses the attractive prospects for investing in India's retail industry.

UAE Corporate Tax: Non-Resident Entities Tax Obligations: Clarifications

Digital India Bill 2023: Key Provisions, Stakeholder Perspectives

We discuss the key provisions of the Digital India Bill 2023, set to replace India's existing Information Technology Act of 2000, and the concerns of industry stakeholders. Various media reports indicate the Bill will soon be circulated for public feedback.

Unlocking China's Elderly Market: Tapping into the Power of the 'Silver Economy'

We discuss growth and foreign investment opportunities in China's silver economy - that covers industries and services catering to its aging population - as well as state policy and support measures.

UAE, India Multilateral Trade: 2023/24 Status and Prospects

UAE – Eurasian Economic Union Hold Free Trade Agreement Talks

Singapore-UK Bilateral Investment Treaty: Status of Negotiations

Singapore and the UK are in the midst of negotiations on an updated bilateral investment treaty under the UK-Singapore Free Trade Agreement.

PM Modi’s Official Visit to the US: Technology Cooperation, Clean Energy Transition, and Strategic Goals

We discuss the shifts in priorities in the India-US partnership that is now focused on technology cooperation, de-risking supply chains, and strategic goals.

Vietnam News in Brief: Weekly Roundup June 30

GDP growth hit 3.72 percent for the first half of this year according to the GSO, BlackPink is headed to Hanoi in a sign Vietnam is becoming more popular with international bands, and a number of new FDI projects kick-off in this weeks Vietnam News in Brief.