News Across Asia - Page 48

ASEAN Briefing

Laos' Labor Market Challenges and Opportunities: What Investors Should Consider

04/01/2025

Laos offers cost-effective labor and investment potential but faces skills shortages, migration, and regulatory challenges for businesses.

China Briefing

China–Uruguay Economic Relations: Growth Trends & Strategic Sectors

03/31/2025

China and Uruguay are expanding trade and investment ties, with growing cooperation in agriculture, clean energy, and digital infrastructure. As a key MERCOSUR partner, Uruguay offers strategic opportunities for Chinese enterprises in 2025 and beyond.

China Briefing

China's Tightened Facial Recognition Regulations: Key Business Takeaways

03/31/2025

China's new facial recognition regulations, effective June 1, 2025, impose stricter compliance rules on businesses, requiring justification for use, enhanced data security, and transparency. Learn what your company needs to do to stay compliant.

India Briefing

India Revises Tax Audit Reporting with Form 3CD Changes Effective April 1, 2025

03/31/2025

India has implemented revisions to Form 3CD, effective from April 1, 2025, requiring businesses and tax professionals to adhere to enhanced disclosure requirements under the updated tax audit regulations.

India Briefing

India's GST Compliance Changes from April 1, 2025: All You Need to Know

03/31/2025

From April 1, 2025, India’s GST compliance will see major changes, including mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA), stricter e-way bill (EWB) rules, mandatory Input Service Distributor (ISD) registration, and a lower e-invoicing threshold.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s Booming ICT Market Expands Opportunities for Foreign Investment

03/31/2025

Vietnam’s ICT industry is experiencing rapid growth and offers vast potential for further development. With significant investments in sectors such as AI, cloud computing, data centers, and blockchain, Vietnam is positioning itself as an attractive destination for investors.

Middle East Briefing

Sharjah Natural Resources Tax 2025: Implications for Extractive and Non-Extractive Businesses

03/31/2025

Sharjah's Natural Resources Tax, effective February 2025, imposes a 20% tax on extractive and non-extractive natural resources businesses.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore's Role as ASEAN's Financial Hub: Can it Maintain its Lead?

03/31/2025

Singapore remains ASEAN’s top financial hub, but rising competition, fintech disruption, and regional shifts challenge its dominance.

China Briefing

China-Slovakia Economic Ties: Strengthening Cooperation and Future Opportunities

03/28/2025

Discover the latest trends in China-Slovakia trade and investment, including key challenges, bilateral agreements, and business opportunities.

China Briefing

China-Ethiopia Trade, Investment, and Opportunities

03/28/2025

Discover how China and Ethiopia are deepening their trade and investment ties through strategic infrastructure, manufacturing, and energy cooperation. Explore key projects, policies, and why Ethiopia is attracting growing Chinese capital.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia Introduces New Ultimate Beneficial Ownership Rules

03/28/2025

Saudi Arabia introduced the new Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) Rules, mandating all companies to identify, disclose, and maintain up-to-date records of their ultimate beneficial owners.

ASEAN Briefing

Thailand's Automotive Industry: A Guide for Foreign Investors

03/27/2025

Thailand's automotive industry offers strong investment potential with government incentives, EV expansion, and a robust supply chain.