News Across Asia - Page 63

China Briefing

China Upgrades 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit to 10-Day Stay, Adds 21 Ports

12/17/2024

China expands visa-free transit policy from December 17, 2024, allowing eligible foreign travelers to stay up to 240 hours (10 days). The update also adds 21 ports, bringing the total to 60 across 24 provinces.

Middle East Briefing

Egypt's Tax Reforms: Boosting Business Confidence and Export Growth

12/17/2024

Egypt's tax reforms and export incentives aim to boost business confidence, encourage the private sector, attract investments, achieve higher localization in industries, and drive overall economic growth.

Middle East Briefing

UAE’s New National Investment Strategy 2031: Key Sector Prospects

12/17/2024

The UAE unveiled its National Investment Strategy 2031 in early November, setting ambitious targets to double FDI to US$354 billion by 2031. The strategy opens foreign investment prospects among emerging sectors, renewables and technology, infrastructure, manufacturing advancement, and building a world-class business environment.

China Briefing

Hong Kong Public Holidays 2025

12/16/2024

Hong Kong will observe 17 public holidays in 2025, including five long weekends for Lunar New Year, Ching Ming Festival, Easter, the Birthday of the Buddha, and Christmas.

ASEAN Briefing

Thailand’s Global Income Tax Overhaul: Implications for Residents and Investors

12/16/2024

Discover how Thailand's 2025 global income tax changes will affect residents, expatriates, and investors.

China Briefing

China’s Central Economic Work Conference (CEWC): Key Takeaways and Priorities for 2025

12/16/2024

The 2024 China’s Central Economic Work Conference (CEWC) outlined China’s economic priorities and strategies for 2025.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s Solar Energy Market: A Comprehensive Outlook for Investors

12/16/2024

Vietnam’s solar energy market, bolstered by high potential and government support, offers foreign investors a prime opportunity to contribute to the country’s "Net Zero" goals and green energy growth.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnamese New Year (Tet) 2025: How to Prepare Your Business

12/16/2024

Tet, the Vietnamese New Year, involves customs that businesses should understand to strengthen relationships with local staff and effectively manage potential supply chain disruptions. Vietnam Briefing offers a quick guide of best practices.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Golden Visa Program: A Gateway to Long-Term Residency

12/16/2024

The Golden Visa provides long-term UAE residency for entrepreneurs, scientists, athletes, executive directors, students, and medical professionals, among other categories, offering exclusive benefits to attract talent, innovation, and investment.

India Briefing

India Eyes US$3 Billion Incentive Package to Boost Electronics R&D and Manufacturing

12/13/2024

India is working on a US$3 billion incentive package to promote private sector R&D and foster the creation of homegrown electronics brands.

India Briefing

India Extends IT Hardware Import Management System Until December 31, 2025

12/13/2024

India has extended the import management system for seven IT hardware products (under HSN 8471) like laptops, PCs, and servers by one year.

China Briefing

China Expands Private Pension Scheme Nationwide Following Two-Year Pilot Program

12/13/2024

After a two-year pilot program, China has officially expanded its private pension scheme nationwide. Starting December 15, 2024, workers nationwide can participate in this supplementary pension scheme.