News Across Asia - Page 399

China Briefing

China’s New Trademark Law in Effect from November 1

11/19/2019

China's new Trademark Law has strengthened provisions on bad-faith trademark registrations and intensifies the punishment for trademark infringement.

ASEAN Briefing

The Minimum Wage in Indonesia: Increased by 8.5% for 2020

11/14/2019

By January 2020, Indonesia will increase its minimum wage by 8.51 percent from the current 2019 rate. Learn more about how this regulation will impact businesses in the country.

China Briefing

Intellectual Property in China: Laws and Registration Procedures

11/14/2019

Intellectual property protection in China is a major concern for foreign businesses and a key target for establishment reforms. Get familiar with China's laws.

ASEAN Briefing

Personal Income Tax in Indonesia for Expatriate Workers Explained

10/30/2019

It is important for foreign workers to understand their tax liabilities in Indonesia, and to be able to determine which tax law regime will be applicable to them along with exemptions that may bring.

China Briefing

China's New Foreign Investment Law: A Backgrounder

10/17/2019

We contextualize the legislation, benefits, and concerns surrounding China's new foreign investment law that comes into effect January 1, 2020.

China Briefing

China Visas Explained

10/16/2019

China issues several different types of visas for a variety of purposes. Here, we provide details on all of the different types of visas and their applications and permitted uses.

ASEAN Briefing

The ASEAN Automobile Industry: Top Destinations for Manufacturers

10/01/2019

ASEAN's automobile industry offers vast opportunities for investments for manufacturers and distributors of automobile components. Read on to learn more.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia is Moving its Capital – What Does it Mean for Businesses?

09/11/2019

The Indonesian government announced plans to relocate its capital from Jakarta to East Kalimantan. Read our analysis of what this could mean for businesses.

China Briefing

Hong Kong vs Singapore: What’s Next for Foreign Investors in Asia

09/05/2019

Hong Kong has long been valued as a gateway to mainland China, offering unique services for Asia-based foreign investors. Will recent developments boost rival Singapore's appeal?

ASEAN Briefing

The ASEAN-Hong Kong China Free Trade Agreement

09/03/2019

The ASEAN-Hong Kong, China Free Trade Agreement (AHKFTA) came into effect on June 11 for Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, and Thailand. Learn more about what it means for businesses in ASEAN and Hong Kong.

Vietnam Briefing

Due Diligence in Vietnam: Legal and Financial Aspects in the M&A Process

08/27/2019

Due diligence is a key component in the M&A process. Vietnam Briefing examines two aspects of due diligence - legal and financial due diligence.

India Briefing

Ports, SEZs, and Incentives for Manufacturers in India's Top Investment Destinations

08/21/2019

We highlight port connectivity in India by listing major seaports, SEZs, and the industrial incentives available for manufacturing in key industrial states.