News Across Asia

Belt and Road Weekly Investor Intelligence #93

UK-China Trade Figures Up by £4.9 Billion

Current UK-China bilateral trade is just under £100 billion as preference for China trade outweighs political negativity.

Malaysia Makes Amendments to its Patent Act: Key Highlights

Malaysia has made amendments to its Patent Act to ensure that its patent protection laws are in line with international standards.

China to Further Extend the Additional VAT Deduction Policy for the Services Industry

China has extended the additional VAT deduction policy for the services sector. Check to see if this applies to your business.

How Should India Read Escalating China-Taiwan Tensions

We look at some of the recent fallout of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's trip to the region as well as wider implications for the global economy, including India.

How to Establish a Branch Office in Thailand

Establishing a branch office in Thailand can be more timely when compared to incorporating a private limited company. However, the branch office can be 100 percent foreign-owned.

Q&A: Vietnam’s Key Investment Industries and Destinations 2022 – Hot Spot Dong Nai for Manufacturing Industries

In this Q&A with Do Thanh Huyen, we profile Dong Nai province, its favorable investment conditions, and overall business environment.

10 Things Businesses Need to Know When Setting Up a Company in China and the UK: Episode 2

Maria Kotova and Lisa Gui explain office premises requirements when registering a company in China and the UK.

India’s Account Aggregator Network Makes Financial Data More Accessible, Allows Individual Consent

The account aggregator network enables efficient accessibility to financial data and empowers individuals with control over their personal financial data.

RBI Extends Deadline for Implementation of Card Tokenization Till Sept 30, 2022

By September 30, 2022, digital payments compliance in India will require mandatory deletion of card-on-file details, thereby opening space for fintech disruptors.

Hiring Foreign Employees in China: A Quick Checklist of Requirements

As travel restrictions gradually loosen, we discuss some essential considerations when hiring foreign employees in mainland China.

Payment Aggregators in India Have Until Sept.30 for License Application

India's central bank has extended the license application window for payment aggregators that were in existence as of March 17, 2020.