News Across Asia - Page 24

China Briefing

China Further Expands the 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy to 65 Ports

11/05/2025

Effective June 12, 2025, nationals of Indonesia shall be eligible for China's 240-hour visa-free transit policy, bringing the list of eligible countries to 55.

China Briefing

China Releases Official 2026 Public Holiday Schedule

11/04/2025

In 2026, workers will be entitiled to a total of 13 days off, while the Chinese New Year break will reach a record length of nine days.

India Briefing

Navigate India's STP and EHTP Frameworks: Benefits and Registration Process

11/04/2025

Explore how India’s Software Technology Parks (STP) and Electronic Hardware Technology Parks (EHTP) support export-driven software and electronics industries with fiscal incentives, simplified compliance, and scalable infrastructure.

China Briefing

China-Sweden Economic Relations: Trade, Investment, and Opportunities

11/04/2025

China and Sweden are each other’s largest trading partners in Asia and Northern Europe, with notable Swedish exports including pharmaceuticals, machinery, and transport equipment.

ASEAN Briefing

Auditing Requirements for Foreign Firms in Vietnam

11/04/2025

Vietnam’s audit rules, thresholds, and deadlines guide foreign firms in turning compliance into investor confidence.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia's Draft Regulation for Registration of Telecommunication Space Stations

11/04/2025

Saudi Arabia’s Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) has issued the second draft of the Regulation for Registration of Telecommunication Space Stations for public consultation, aiming to establish a transparent framework for managing space-based communications.

ASEAN Briefing

Which Philippine Work Visa Best Fits Foreign Investors

11/04/2025

Compare 9(g), 47(a)(2), and SIRV options to find which Philippine visa best suits your investment and management goals.

China Briefing

China’s Cosmetics and Personal Care Market: Key Trends and Business Outlook

11/04/2025

China is now the world's second-largest cosmetics and personal care market and leads regional growth in Asia. We delve into the key drivers building up China’s beauty and personal care sector and the business scope for foreign brands.

China Briefing

China's Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates

11/04/2025

This article looks at all of the China visa-free policies that are currently in place. Most recently on September 2, China expands visa-free entry for Russian citizens starting September 15, 2025.

ASEAN Briefing

Timor-Leste Joins ASEAN — A New Frontier for Strategic Investors

11/03/2025

Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership offers 10-year tax holidays, USD stability, and full profit repatriation for foreign investors.

China Briefing

Company Law Draft Judicial Interpretation Part I: General Provisions

11/03/2025

The draft judicial interpretation introduces clearer rules for governance, liability, and dispute resolution, offering more predictable standards for companies and stakeholders.

India Briefing

How French Companies Leverage India as a Global Delivery Base

11/03/2025

French multinationals leverage India as a global delivery base for IT, engineering, and manufacturing – combining scale, innovation, and 24-hour productivity.