News Across Asia

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.

Maximizing Business Growth in India with PEOs as Strategic HR Partners

Businesses in India can leverage the expertise and resources of a PEO to streamline HR operations, ensure employment law compliance, access enhanced benefits packages, and prioritize growth and innovation.

China’s New Foreign Relations Law: Clarifications & Analysis

China has passed a new foreign relations law that strengthens the government’s legal basis for “countermeasures” against potential threats to its economic security, designed to deal with issues seen against Russia in terms of Western sanctions. The National People’s Congress approved the law on Thursday (June 29).

Base Salary Increase: Social and Health Insurance Caps to Rise

The base salary (not to be confused with the minimum wage) is rising and this will change social and health insurance caps. Here's how.

Indonesia’s Social Security System: Key Considerations for Payroll

Indonesia has made it mandatory for all Indonesian citizens and expatriates to participate in its social security programs.

Trademark Registration in Hong Kong: A Primer

We discuss trademark registration and protections in Hong Kong and how these differ from the legal standards and practice in Mainland China.