News Across Asia

Impact of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act on Vietnam Exports to the US

Vietnam Briefing discusses the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act implemented by the US and its impact on Vietnamese exports to the US.

What Are the Outcomes of India's 47th GST Council Meeting? Rate Revisions, Withdrawal of Exemptions, Easing Compliance

It has been five years since the roll-out of India's GST indirect tax regime.

EU Chamber Business Confidence Survey for Foreign Companies in China: Key Observations

Despite challenges imposed by COVID-19 curbs, two-thirds of the surveyed EU businesses operating in China saw revenues grow 24 percent in 2021 compared to the previous year's survey results.

Belt and Road Weekly Investor Intelligence #88

US Exempts Tariffs on Vietnamese Solar Panels for 2 Years: What to Expect

Vietnam Briefing highlights the recent tariff exemption of Vietnamese solar panels by the US and opportunities for solar panel manufacturers.

Mergers and Acquisitions in India – New Issue of India Briefing Magazine Out Now

In this issue of India Briefing Magazine, we discuss mergers and acquisitions activity in India and offer technical and regulatory insights.

Indonesia Makes Changes for the Disbursement of Old Age Security Funds

Employees in Indonesia will not have to wait until the age of 56 to withdraw their JHT / old age security funds. We discuss the new criteria.

Top 7 States for Investment in India: Findings from the Business Reforms Action Plan 2020

The top 7 states for investment in India are Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Punjab, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu based on ease of doing business reforms.

Indonesia’s President Becomes First Asian Leader to Visit Ukraine and Russia, Since Conflict

Indonesia's President Joko Widodo became the first Asian leader to visit Ukraine and Russia since the start of the conflict. The President came with a mission to be a peace broker.

Vietnam Approves National Strategy on Foreign Investment: Decision 667

Vietnam Briefing highlights Decision 667 on Vietnam's National Strategy for foreign investment cooperation for the 2021-2030 period.

Why Are Industry Players Unhappy with India’s New Cybersecurity Directives?

Among other concerns, India’s new cybersecurity directives, in effect from June 2022, challenge norms of user privacy and dramatically increase compliances.

Investing in Shenzhen: Industry, Economics, and Policy

Dubbed China’s Silicon Valley, Shenzhen is a leader in tech and innovation and is one of China's friendliest cities to foreign investment.