News Across Asia

New Rules to Facilitate Overseas IPOs for Chinese Companies

New trial measures may facilitate more Chinese companies to list on overseas stock exchanges by standardizing a previously legal grey area.

MCA Extends Some Reporting Compliance Deadlines to March 31: V3.0 Portal Migration

India's corporate affairs ministry has extended the filing deadline for 45 forms launched on its V3 MCA-21 portal, among others.

A Guide to Taxation in Laos

All companies incorporated under Lao law will be subject to corporate income tax, value-added tax, and personal income tax.

Vietnam News in Brief: Week Ending February 24

Retail is booming, real estate is struggling, and investment is on the up and up. Here's what happened in Vietnam this week.

Hong Kong Budget 2023-24: Speedy Recovery and the Path to Normalcy

The Hong Kong Budget 2023-24 announced key measures targeting a speedy path to economic normalcy for the city as borders reopen for business.

A Guide to Popular Income Tax-Saving Investment Options in India

Here are a few popular investment options in India for income tax saving under the old tax regime under Sections 80C, 80CCC, and 80CCD (1).

Direct Indian Rupee – UAE Dirham Trade Settlement Available Soon

Is China’s ‘Tech Crackdown’ Over? Our 2023 Regulatory Outlook for the Sector

As China is shifting from a 'tech crackdown' to a possible tech-based economic recovery in 2023, we discuss potential impacts and valuable lessons for businesses and investors.

Vietnam’s Agricultural Sector: Rising Star in Food Production

Vietnam’s agriculture sector is beginning to make its mark in global food production. Here’s how foreign investors can get involved.

An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2023 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates

This Guide covers the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, including market entry, company setup, tax and audit, and HR and payroll.

Green Channel For Food Imports Into Dubai Now Operational

China Fully Implements New IPO Rules – Understanding the Registration-Based Mechanism for Public Listings (Updated)

China is reforming its IPO system and expanding the registration-based mechanism to more exchanges. We discuss the impact on companies and investors.