News Across Asia

Business Incentives for Foreign Investors in Singapore

Companies setting up in Singapore are eligible for various incentives that can help reduce their operational costs.

Gulf and Central Asian Countries Hold First CA+GCC Heads Of State Summit

WeChat Enables Foreigners to Pay with Overseas Cards in China

In its latest update to WeChat Pay, Tencent has enabled foreign users to link their international cards, enhancing mobile payments in China and aligning with efforts to attract international tourists and boost domestic consumption.

India's Legislative Agenda During the 2023 Parliament Monsoon Session

We list the legislative bills expected to be tabled in the Monsoon Session of the Indian Parliament, to be held between July 20, 2023 to August 11, 2023.

Farewell To Don St.Pierre Snr; China Wine Expat Extraordinaire

Don St.Pierre, the legendary China expat and source of multiple well-known business legends in China and the United States, has died at his home in Thailand. 

E-Commerce in Vietnam: Insights into Cross-Border Business Opportunities with China

The cross-border e-commerce trade between Vietnam and China has flourished in recent years. Here's where the opportunities are for cross border collaboration between these two nations.

China’s Total Middle East and Africa Trade Up To US$1.63 Trillion

China's Multilateral Trade With Saudi Arabia, 2023/24 Status and Prospects

China’s Tax Incentives to Support the Education Sector

China has issued a guidance note that summarizes the available tax incentives for businesses and enterprises in the education sector. We list these 28 tax incentives and their relevant policy basis.

Vietnam News in Brief: Weekly Roundup July 21

The US Treasury Secretary stops by, the ADB and AMRO downgrade their GDP growth forecasts, and car sales increase 15 percent in June, in this week's Vietnam News in Brief

Meeting the July 31 ITR Filing Deadline for AY 2023-24 in India: Implications for Businesses

Timely filing and verification of income tax returns (ITR) are necessary for businesses in India to effectively navigate the tax system and avoid penalties and loss of tax benefits.

Vietnam Implements Enhanced Regulations on Foreign Bank Branch Lending Activities

The State Bank of Vietnam issued Circular 06/2023 which introduces stricter control over the lending activities of foreign bank branches in Vietnam.