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Middle East Briefing

UAE Opens Pillar Two Top-up Tax Registration on EmaraTax: What MNE Groups Should Do Now

07/03/2026

The UAE's Federal Tax Authority has activated Pillar Two top-up tax registration on the EmaraTax portal, moving the country's 15 percent domestic minimum top-up tax from legislation into administration.

China Briefing

US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline

07/03/2026

On March 23, 2026, the US Federal Communications Commission updated its Covered List to include foreign-made consumer routers, preventing new models from receiving FCC equipment authorization and thereby banning them from being imported or sold in the US.

China Briefing

China’s Medical Device Industry – Why Beijing is the Place to Invest

07/02/2026

Beijing is fast becoming China's leading hub for innovative medical devices, backed by dedicated industrial parks, policy incentives, and world-class research infrastructure. We look at where the opportunities lie for foreign companies and how to position for market entry.

ASEAN Briefing

Should Foreign Companies in Singapore Use a Nominee Director or Appoint a Resident Director?

07/02/2026

Compare nominee and resident director arrangements in Singapore, including the legal, governance, and operational considerations that influence the most appropriate appointment for foreign companies.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Reaches Upper-Middle-Income Status Under World Bank Classification

07/02/2026

Vietnam has been reclassified as a World Bank upper-middle-income economy after its GNI per capita reached US$4,970, marking a milestone for investors.

India Briefing

What Should Employers Know About Wage, Payroll, and HR Compliance in India in 2026?

07/02/2026

Download India Briefing’s 2026 employer guide to wage, payroll, and HR compliance in India, covering labor codes, minimum wages, hiring, exits, TDS, and payroll obligations.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Regulatory Update July 2026: A New Compliance Landscape for Investors

07/02/2026

More than 60 laws and decrees take effect as part of Vietnam's July 2026 regulatory update, affecting taxation, digital business, customs, investment, and corporate compliance.

ASEAN Briefing

How Transfer Pricing Shapes Group Structures in Malaysia

07/02/2026

Transfer pricing influences how multinational groups structure their Malaysian operations. See how decisions on business functions, intercompany arrangements, and profit allocation affect group structures.

Middle East Briefing

How to Register for Corporate Tax in the UAE: Step-by-Step Guide

07/02/2026

Corporate Tax registration is mandatory for taxable persons in the UAE. This guide explains how to register through EmaraTax, including who must register, required documents, and key steps.

China Briefing

China’s 2026 Legislative Agenda: Which Laws Matter Most for Foreign Businesses?

07/02/2026

Under the new agenda, China will introduce major reforms to procurement, trademarks, taxation, bankruptcy, and financial regulations. These changes, which aim to unify rules, tighten compliance, and reshape market access, could require foreign companies to reassess strategies and regulatory exposure.

China Briefing

China Strengthens Trademark Enforcement: What the 2026 Amendment Means for Businesses

07/01/2026

The new amendment strengthens mechanisms for brand protection for rights holders while introducing new compliance obligations that businesses must address ahead of the January 2027 implementation date.

ASEAN Briefing

Withholding Tax on Intra-Group Transactions in Indonesia

07/01/2026

Explore how Indonesia's withholding tax rules apply to intra-group payments, including management fees, royalties, financing, and transfer pricing.