News Across Asia

Smart Cities Cooperation: Indonesia and Finland

As Indonesia pushes ahead with its ambitious smart cities program, we look at the role Finland can play in this initiative.

Why Your Market Entry Strategy Matters in Vietnam?

In this op-ed by Dang Trinh, Vietnam Briefing goes in-depth and highlights why your market entry strategy matters in Vietnam.

India Extends GST Compensation Cess Levy till March 2026

India has extended the GST compensation cess for four years, which will keep tax rates high on notified goods like tobacco and cars.

Indonesia Ponders Issuing Five Year, Tax Free ‘Digital Nomad’ Visas

Indonesia is pondering whether to issue ‘nomad visas’ to attract digital nomads to work from popular destinations such as the island of Bali.

India’s PLI Scheme 2.0 for White Goods (AC and LED): 15 Companies Selected

The government has announced 15 selected applicants for India's PLI Scheme 2.0 for White Goods (AC and LED).

How to Read China’s Latest Inflation Data and its Economic Implications

We discuss why amid a global inflationary surge that is affecting consumer prices, China’s own inflation data is relatively stable.

Changing Your Company Name in Vietnam: A Guide to Online Registration

Vietnam Briefing guides investors on how to change their company name in Vietnam including online registration and compliance requirements.

Belt and Road Weekly Investor Intelligence #87

India-EU FTA Negotiations Resume on June 27

Negotiations for an India-EU free trade deal, investor protection agreement, and a geographical indications agreement will be held in parallel.

China’s Cloud Computing Market: Developments and Opportunities for Foreign Players

China's cloud computing market is the fastest-growing in the world. We discuss how the industry is developing and the opportunities available for foreign businesses.

Thailand, UK Form Joint Trade and Economic Committee

Thailand and the UK have formed a Joint Trade and Economic Committee to explore new opportunities to improve bilateral trade.

India's TDS on Crypto Assets: Here's How it Will Work from July 1, 2022

We discuss the conditions for charging TDS on crypto assets and other virtual digital assets (VDA) from July 1, 2022 as clarified by India's tax authority.