News Across Asia

Vietnam Reduces VAT Rate, Businesses Allowed to Claim CIT Deductions

Vietnam Briefing highlights the recent reduction in VAT and CIT deduction for businesses. The regulation came into effect on February 1, 2022.

China’s Regulatory Plans for Technology Companies and the Platform Economy in 2022

New government document shows that Beijing will continue to rein in the tech industry in areas of antitrust, data and algorithm security, and fintech regulation.

Building a Business in China: 30 Years of Dezan Shira & Associates

Indonesia’s Omnibus Law Looks to Support the Aviation Industry

Indonesia’s GR 32/2021, an implementing regulation of the Omnibus Law, aims to support the recent liberalization of Indonesia’s aviation industry.

Belt and Road Weekly Investor Intelligence #67

This week we talk China-Russia trade and investment as well as connectivity projects, trade, and investments between the EU, Central Asia, and China.

Process of Registering Your NGO in India: Trust, Society, Section 8 Company

We explain how to register your NGO in India by highlighting the steps for setting up a Trust, Society, and Section 8 Company, and their respective benefits.

China's Most Productive Provinces and Cities as per 2021 GDP Statistics

As China’s GDP reached RMB 114.4 trillion (US$17.7 trillion) in 2021, we look at the economic performance of respective provinces and cities.

Vietnam Amends Rules on Labeling Goods: Decree 111

Vietnam recently introduced Decree 111 amending the rules on the labeling of goods. The Decree takes effect on February 15, 2022.

What are the Rules for Implementing Value-Added Tax on Foreign E-commerce Activities in Cambodia?

Cambodia’s Prakas 542 provides the rules for implementing a value-added tax on non-resident foreign e-commerce suppliers.

German Chamber’s Business Confidence Survey 2021/22: Long-Term Outlook is Positive

German companies are confident about doing business in China and are taking a long-term view as per a 2021/22 German Chamber survey.

What Are the Benefits of Registering as an NGO in India?

We list the legal and financial benefits of registering as an NGO in India and the tax status of non-profit organizations in the country.

Investing in Northeast Vietnam

Vietnam Briefing highlights opportunities in Northeast Vietnam known for rich mineral resources and evolving hi-tech, engineering, and energy sectors.