News Across Asia - Page 342

China Briefing

More Regulatory Clarity After China Bans For-Profit Tutoring in Core Education

09/27/2021

China has banned for-profit private tutoring firms in core education. FIEs in this sector have to stop engaging in such activities and change their business scope accordingly.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore Exchange Becomes the First Major Bourse in Asia to Allow SPAC Listings

09/24/2021

As of September 3, 2021, the Singapore Exchange is among Asia’s first major bourse to allow the listing of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs).

China Briefing

China's Stock Markets - An Introductory Guide for Foreign Investors

09/24/2021

China’s stock markets are becoming increasingly accessible to foreign investors. We provide a comprehensive overview of how they work and who can invest.

Vietnam Briefing

Audit Your Suppliers When Sourcing in Vietnam

09/24/2021

Foreign investors sourcing in Vietnam should audit their suppliers to ensure their supply chain network is optimized for their business requirements.

India Briefing

Third-Party Logistics Sector in India: An Overview

09/23/2021

We discuss the third-party logistics sector in India, including key growth drivers and major business segments, and touch upon market development prospects.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia’s Omnibus Law: Changes to the Immigration Law

09/23/2021

Indonesia issued Government Regulation 48 of 2021 (GR 48/2021) in March 2021 which amends the country’s immigration law.

China Briefing

Using Your Excess China Funds to Make Small Low Risk Financial Trades and Increase Profitability

09/23/2021

We discuss how businesses can utilize excess funds to make small low-risk financial investments and increase their profitability within China.

Vietnam Briefing

Foreign Employees and Work Permits in Vietnam

09/23/2021

Vietnam eased some work permit requirements for foreign workers in Vietnam to help aid economic growth as Vietnam plans a gradual reopening of its economy.

China Briefing

China’s New Personal Information Protection Law: Impact on Employment Management

09/23/2021

We discuss HR responsibilities when processing employees’ personal information during the employment period and offer practical advice for compliance.

China Briefing

China-Uzbekistan: Bilateral Trade and Future Outlook

09/22/2021

We look at China-Uzbekistan trade and investment ties, an outcome of steady political relations, Uzbek economic reforms, and Chinese regional development plans.

ASEAN Briefing

Electronic Signatures in Singapore: What Businesses Need to Know

09/21/2021

Individuals and companies are increasingly using electronic signatures, or e-signatures, to sign contracts and complete other transactions in Singapore.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Issues Resolution Supporting Businesses Affected by COVID-19: Resolution 105

09/21/2021

To aid with business recovery and economic growth, Vietnam issued Resolution 105 on helping businesses affected by the pandemic including easing restrictions for hiring foreign workers.