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News Across Asia

Vietnam Briefing

Customs Procedures in Vietnam: Documentation and Processing

04/19/2019

Foreign investors need to be aware of the relevant custom procedures while importing or exporting in Vietnam. Here we explain the step by step process.

China Briefing

China Labor Market: Hiring Costs, Job Preferences, Talent Acquisition

04/15/2019

We highlight key aspects of China's labor market in 2019, including labor costs, job preferences, talent shortages, and relaxation of hukou limits.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam's Import and Export Regulations Explained

04/12/2019

We explain the import and export procedures and taxes that foreign investors in Vietnam must pay attention to when setting up a trading company.

Vietnam Briefing

A Guide to District 2, Ho Chi Minh City – Thu Thiem New Urban Area

04/10/2019

The Thu Thiem new urban area is an upcoming area in District 2 of Ho Chi Minh City. Living in Asia gives us an insight into upcoming developmental projects including the progress on the Ho Chi Minh metro.

China Briefing

Economic Reform in China: Current Progress and Future Prospects

04/03/2019

China seems determined to find and pursue its own reform path – just as it did in the past – irrespective of external pressures.

China Briefing

Tax Residency in China: Six-Year Rule Clarified

03/29/2019

China has confirmed how it will implement the “six-year rule” to determine foreign workers’ tax residency in the country. We explain the latest clarifications announced.

China Briefing

China’s Trademark Regime: How to Protect Your Brand in the Mainland

03/25/2019

Foreign companies entering China need to navigate its complex trademark regime. We provide answers to frequently asked questions.

China Briefing

China Announces New Foreign Investment Law

03/20/2019

China's new Foreign Investment Law intends to address international criticism over its market access and legal protections for foreign investors. We break down key aspects of the law.

Vietnam Briefing

Ho Chi Minh City: How Vietnam’s Emerging Megacity Will Develop

03/11/2019

Ho Chi Minh City, driven by its rapid urbanization and economic development is determined to develop into a major regional economy in Southeast Asia. Read more to know about the city's current growth drivers and how the city plans to transform itself into a megacity.

China Briefing

China’s City-Tier Classification: How Does it Work?

02/27/2019

We examine China’s city-tier classification and how effective it is in guiding foreign investors and their market entry strategy.

China Briefing

What is the Greater Bay Area Plan?

02/21/2019

China has released its blueprint for the Greater Bay Area, which will integrate Hong Kong, Macau, and nine cities in Guangdong province.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam's New Incentives for Science and Technology Firms

02/15/2019

The government has announced new incentives such as corporate tax cuts and exemptions, and credit incentives for science and technology enterprises. Read more to know about government support and incentives which aims to promote scientific and technologic


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