News Across Asia - Page 345

India Briefing

Assam Electric Vehicle Policy, 2021: Everything You Need to Know

09/10/2021

The Assam Electric Vehicle Policy, 2021 aims to achieve 25 percent EV market penetration by 2026 and includes incentives for manufacturers.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia’s Omnibus Law: New Tax Treatment to Support Ease of Doing Business

09/10/2021

Learn about new income tax exemptions for foreign dividends received by domestic taxpayers, reduced WHT on bond interest, and other tax law amendments.

China Briefing

“996” is Ruled Illegal: Understanding China’s Changing Labor System

09/09/2021

China’s top court has ruled that the “996” overtime work policy (working 9am to 9pm, 6 days a week) is illegal. We discuss the business ramifications.

India Briefing

Due Process for Terminating an Employee in India

09/09/2021

Foreign companies with a firm grasp of HR procedures in their home country may find that their established practices have little bearing in India. In this article, we cover the legal compliance provisions and termination procedures in India.

China Briefing

Applying for a PU Letter to Visit China

09/09/2021

We explain the available options for conducting business affairs in China during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic period when a personal visit is required.

Vietnam Briefing

A Guide to Import and Export Procedures in Vietnam

09/09/2021

Vietnam Briefing provides a step-by-step guide to understand the country’s import and export procedures including registration and license permit requirements.

China Briefing

Guangdong-Macao Intensive Cooperation Zone to Enjoy Free Trade Port Treatment

09/08/2021

The Guangdong-Macao Intensive Cooperation Zone, at Zhuhai’s Hengqin island, is expected to set up a special customs supervision system and offer financial and tax incentives like Hainan FTP.

China Briefing

Bilateral Trade Between Brazil and China

09/08/2021

The pandemic has made Brazil more reliant on China. In this op-ed, we consider some aspects of their bilateral trade and new growth areas.

ASEAN Briefing

Strengthening Myanmar's Trade Relations with Bangladesh

09/08/2021

There are many opportunities to enhance Bangladesh's bilateral trade and investment relations with Myanmar.

ASEAN Briefing

Stamp Duty in Indonesia: New Law in Effect

09/07/2021

On January 1, 2021, Indonesia’s Law No. 10 of 2020 on Stamp Duty (the “Law”) came into effect, replacing the previous stamp duty law from 1985.

China Briefing

Belt and Road Weekly Investor Intelligence, #45

09/07/2021

This week's BRI Investor Intelligence looks at this year's Far Eastern Economic Forum, due diligence in ASEAN, and incentives in Indonesia's SEZs.

India Briefing

Narendra Modi Speech at the 2021 Far Eastern Economic Forum

09/07/2021

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the opening ceremony of the plenary session of the Far Eastern Economic Forum via video link on Friday.