News Across Asia - Page 49

Middle East Briefing

UAE’s New Media Law Overview: What Media Companies and Influencers Need to Know

10/08/2025

The UAE’s new media law introduces a unified regulatory framework with dual licensing for influencers and AI-driven content monitoring.

Vietnam Briefing

Capital Contribution in Vietnam: A Brief Guide for Business Setups

10/07/2025

Capital contribution is a key step for foreign investors in Vietnam, with strict rules on timelines, procedures, and compliance. Careful preparation helps avoid costly mistakes.

Middle East Briefing

Oman’s SPF Social Security Employer Registration and Contributions

10/07/2025

Oman’s SPF brings together social security and pension schemes, requiring employers to register, report wages, pay monthly contributions.

India Briefing

How Cultural Factors Can Impact Foreign Business Success in India

10/07/2025

Foreign companies often fail in India due to cultural missteps. Discover key factors and strategies to align leadership, talent, and products with local realities.

China Briefing

China Port Visa Explained: Who Needs it and How it Compares to Visa-Free Entry

10/07/2025

China’s Port Visa offers a flexible entry option for foreign nationals with urgent travel needs who cannot obtain a visa in advance and are ineligible for China’s visa-free entry schemes. Learn how it works, who qualifies, and how it compares to other entry options.

ASEAN Briefing

Malaysia’s EPF Mandate for Foreign Employees: What Investors Must Reassess

10/07/2025

Malaysia now requires 2 percent EPF contributions for foreign staff. Investors should review payroll and compliance planning.

China Briefing

China’s Expanding FTA Network: Unlocking New Opportunities for Global Investors

10/06/2025

China’s FTA framework is reshaping global trade and unlocking new opportunities for foreign investors. With 23 FTAs signed and a growing focus on digital and green sectors, China offers a strategic gateway to Asia and beyond.

India Briefing

An Investor's Guide to Solar Manufacturing in India

10/06/2025

Foreign firms investing in solar manufacturing in India gain from PLI incentives, customs duties, and rising export demand as the country advances toward 500 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030.

Middle East Briefing

What is the Restructuring Process in the UAE?

10/06/2025

Restructuring process rules in the UAE manage corporate distress through preventive settlement, restructuring plans, and bankruptcy cases.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia Lowers Paid-Up Capital for Foreign Investors to IDR 2.5 Billion

10/06/2025

Foreign investors can enter Indonesia with lower risk as paid-up capital drops to IDR 2.5Bn under Regulation 5/2025.

ASEAN Briefing

What the AANZFTA Second Protocol Means for ASEAN Trade

10/03/2025

The AANZFTA Second Protocol modernizes trade rules on origin, services, and digital commerce, reshaping ASEAN–Oceania trade.

India Briefing

What is GST Migration and Why it Matters for Businesses?

10/03/2025

GST 2.0 marks a major upgrade in India’s indirect tax system, simplifying registration, invoicing, and ITC reconciliation through digital integration. Foreign businesses and multi-state operators should migrate promptly to ensure compliance and safeguard credits.