News Across Asia - Page 33

India Briefing

Tamil Nadu Permits 24x7 Business Operations: What Employers Must Know

07/09/2025

Under the latest directives, India's southern state of Tamil Nadu now allows business operations with 10 or more employees to operate 24x7, effective June 5, 2025. We guide you on the labor rules, safety norms, and compliance requirements.

ASEAN Briefing

Islamic Finance in Singapore: Unlocking Growth Potential in a Strategic Financial Hub

07/09/2025

Explore Singapore’s Islamic finance growth, sukuk listings, fintech, and its role as a regional hub for Shariah-compliant investment.

China Briefing

China Labor Compliance in Hot Weather: What Foreign Companies Need to Know

07/09/2025

China’s summer heat presents compliance challenges for foreign invested enterprises. This article provides a practical guide to high-temperature labor obligations and regional differences.

India Briefing

Countdown to the End of Trump's Tariff Pause: Where Does India Stand Now?

07/09/2025

India navigates high-stakes trade talks as the US imposes a 50% tariff on copper and considers 200% duties on pharmaceuticals. In the ongoing negotiations between the two countries, India aims to protect its key sectors.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia New Property Law Opens Real Estate Market to Foreigners

07/09/2025

Saudi Arabia new property law will open its real estate market to foreign ownership in January 2026, aiming to boost FDI and growth goals.

ASEAN Briefing

Foreign Ownership Rules in the Philippines: What’s Allowed and Restricted

07/08/2025

Understand what sectors are open, restricted, or closed to foreign ownership in the Philippines under current laws and incentives.

China Briefing

How to Choose an Agency for Personal Information Protection Audits (Part II)

07/08/2025

New guidelines outlining criteria for professional institutions to carry out personal information protection audits provide guidance for companies to choose the right auditor.

Vietnam Briefing

E-ID Registration Guide for Foreign Residents in Vietnam

07/08/2025

This article outlines the registration process for foreigners in Vietnam to obtain a fully functional Level 2 e-ID.

India Briefing

India’s ECMS 2025: Application Window Opens May 1 – Incentives and Eligibility for Manufacturers

07/08/2025

Learn about India’s Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) with detailed guidelines, incentives, and eligibility to advance domestic electronics manufacturing and reduce imports.

India Briefing

Hiring Employees in India: A 2025 Guide for Global Businesses

07/08/2025

We explore key regulations, contract types, and compliance requirements for hiring employees in India in 2025—essential guidance for global businesses entering or expanding their presence in the country.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Data Protection Obligations and Cross-Border Data Transfer for Businesses

07/08/2025

The UAE Personal Data Protection Law puts obligations for businesses on handling personal data and cross-border transfers. This article breaks down compliance requirements, sectoral rules, and how companies should manage third-party risks under the new legal regime.

India Briefing

US Tariffs Set to Resume August 1; India Pushes for Balanced Trade Pact

07/08/2025

Trump has extended the pause on US tariffs until August 1, 2025, for India trade talks. We share the latest updates on the ongoing trade negotiations, BRICS tensions, and the India-US genetically modified (GM) animal feed imports debate.