News Across Asia

Increase in Social Insurance Rates for Foreign Employees in Vietnam

Since January 1, 2022, foreign workers in Vietnam have been subject to increased social insurance rates.

Belt and Road Weekly Investor Intelligence #74

This week we cover Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s diplomatic visits to South Asia and supply chain routes in the southern BRI corridor avoiding Russia.

The Rare Earths Supply Chain: Why Australia is Getting Serious About Investments

Australia is among countries around the world making long-term investments to internationalize the rare earths supply chain currently dominated by China.

How to Structure a Salary in India: Key Components

We provide a guide on how to structure a salary in India by explaining the key salary components, types of allowances, and their taxable scope.

Proposed Amendments to Thailand’s Public Limited Companies Act

The draft amendments to Thailand's Public Limited Companies Act aim to modernize the corporate process by allowing meetings between shareholders and directors to be held online.

Green Buildings in Vietnam: How Sustainable Are They?

Vietnam's green buildings are on the rise and offer opportunities in new market segments such as green building materials and sustainable construction.

The Basics of Employing People in China and the UK (Part One)

An exclusive series focusing on the basics of employment in China and the UK, with introductory legal knowledge around employing foreigners in the two countries.

Wang Yi in Nepal: Progress Made on Free Trade, Infrastructure Projects, and Cross-Border Energy Networks

We brief the outcomes of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's three-day visit to Nepal and how this will impact BRI and other China-backed projects.

China Strikes Conciliatory Tone With India As New Asian Geopolitical Alliances Begin To Emerge In Wake Of Russian Issues

The Philippines Amends its Foreign Investment Act

The Philippines has amended its Foreign Investment Act. The amendments allow foreign investors to set up and fully own local enterprises.

How the Russia-Ukraine Conflict is Affecting Businesses in Vietnam

Vietnam Briefing looks at the impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on Vietnam including specific sectors such as tourism, transport, and energy.

Hong Kong to Lift Flight Ban on 9 Countries from April 1: What Are the Details?

Air travel from Australia, Canada, France, India, Pakistan, Philippines, UK, US, and Nepal to Hong Kong will soon be allowed - subject to certain conditions.