News Across Asia

New Circular Amends Lending Regulations in Vietnam

On September 1, new amendments to Circular 39/2016/TT-NHNN with regard to lending money for both domestic and international firms will come into force. Here’s what those changes are.

China Just Put A Financial Punishment Benchmark For Consulting Firms Who Breach Their Operational Boundaries

China Issues 24 New Measures in Clear Directive to Boost Foreign Investment

New guidelines tackle challenges faced by foreign companies in China in bid to attract foreign capital.

Türkiye, UK To Discuss Upgrading Their Free Trade Agreement

China’s Trade and Development with BRICS: Analysis and Opportunities

India’s Trade and Development with BRICS: Analysis and Opportunities

With the BRICS 2023 summit now underway, we examine the India-BRICS trade dynamics.

Legal Framework Underway to Establish India’s GIFT City as a Global Accounting Hub

India is working on the legal framework for its first IFSC at GIFT City in Gujarat to enable it to become a global financial center.

China's Tourism Sector Prospects in 2023-24

Amid the post-pandemic recovery, China's tourism sector is coming back strong in 2023. We discuss the resurgence of outbound and domestic travel, evolving traveler preferences, and latest trends.

Economic Partnership Talks Launched by Indonesia and Peru

Indonesia and Peru have begun negotiations on a future Indonesia-Peru Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with the aim of increasing bilateral trade and investments.

Vietnam’s MedTech Industry: Building a Solid Business Foundation to Ride the Next Wave of Growth

Two years of COVID-19 outbreaks, have accelerated digital disruption in medtech in Vietnam. Here’s what that might mean for foreign firms.

Are Employee Bonuses and Commissions Liable For Individual Income Tax In The UAE?

India Plans Manufacturing Incentive Scheme for Toys, Leather, and Footwear Products

India to expand PLI scheme to toys, footwear, and leather goods, boosting manufacturing and investment for economic growth and self-reliance.