News Across Asia - Page 6

ASEAN Briefing

Vietnam’s New E-Commerce Tax Decree: What Digital Platforms Need to Know

04/16/2025

Vietnam’s e-commerce tax is in force, requiring digital platforms to withhold and report taxes on seller transactions.

ASEAN Briefing

Investment Opportunities in the Lao Agriculture Sector

04/16/2025

Laos offers strong investment prospects in agriculture, with 2024 data showing high growth in rice, coffee, and maize exports.

Middle East Briefing

UAE-India CEPA at Three Years: Trade and Investment Growth, Opportunities

04/16/2025

The UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) accelerates bilateral trade, boosting market efficiency.

India Briefing

How Indian Exporters Can Offset Trump Tariffs Using US Foreign-Trade Zones

04/15/2025

Amid Trump-era tariff tensions, Indian analysts see import-export opportunities via the US Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) system, as the central government launches a national help desk to support its domestic traders.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam's Government Introduces Official Plan for Provincial Mergers

04/15/2025

Vietnam’s government has introduced its proposed plan to build a two-tier local government model, reducing the current centrally governed cities and provinces to 34 units, with a goal to provide a bedrock for sustainable growth targets.

China Briefing

China's Social Credit System Raises Stakes for Dishonest Businesses

04/15/2025

China’s latest guidelines on strengthening the social credit system impose stricter penalties on dishonest businesses. Entities labeled as seriously dishonest face restrictions on government funding, tax breaks, and market access.

Middle East Briefing

Egypt and the US Sign US$235 Million Locomotive Deal, Amid Tariff Uncertainty

04/15/2025

Amid global tariff uncertainty, Egypt and US trade ties reinforced with a US$235 million railway modernization deal.

China Briefing

Impact of US-China Tariffs on Transfer Pricing - Considerations for MNCs

04/14/2025

The escalating global trade war has profound implications for transfer pricing. We discuss strategies for MNCs to mitigate risk exposure.

India Briefing

Corporate Taxation and Compliance Regime in India

04/14/2025

In this edition of India Briefing Magazine, we explore India's latest corporate tax framework, which offers a comprehensive set of provisions that cater to diverse business structures, industry sectors, and operational models.

ASEAN Briefing

How U.S. Tariff Exemptions on Electronics Could Reshape Southeast Asia’s Manufacturing Landscape

04/14/2025

The U.S. tariff exemptions cover electronics imports from ASEAN, including semiconductors and key components.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia’s HR Ministry Digital Initiative Reduces Need for Office Visits

04/14/2025

Saudi Arabia’s HR Ministry streamlines labor services via its Qiwa virtual branch, cutting labor office visits by 93 percent.

India Briefing

Import and Export Procedures in India

04/11/2025

Businesses planning to import or export from India must understand the stages involved in the process, the regulatory framework, and documentation required.