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China Briefing

How Expats in Shenzhen Can Apply for the GBA IIT Subsidy in 2025?

06/06/2025

Shenzhen has kicked off the 2025 application process for the Greater Bay Area Individual Income Tax subsidy. The application window is open from June 1 to July 31. Here is everything you need to know.

Middle East Briefing

Qatar Launches US$1 Billion Investment Incentive Program

06/06/2025

Qatar has introduced a US$1 billion incentives program targeting priority sectors such as advanced industries, logistics, digital economy, and finance.

India Briefing

Apple’s Contract Manufacturers and Component Suppliers in India

06/05/2025

Apple is reportedly planning to expand its partnership with Tata Group to manage iPhone and MacBook repairs in India. We note major contract manufacturers of Apple products in India and list their locations and investment scope.

ASEAN Briefing

Malaysia’s Tourism Evolution: Infrastructure, Identity, and International Appeal

06/05/2025

Malaysia’s tourism sector has grown through strategic infrastructure, cultural branding, digitalization, and global engagement.

China Briefing

Cross-Border Data Transfers Official Q&A (II)

06/05/2025

The CAC’s May 2025 Q&A sheds light on identifying and declaring important data for cross-border transfers from China and outlines the latest regulatory expectations for compliance.

India Briefing

Compounding of Offenses Under the Companies Act, 2013: A Practical Guide for Indian Companies

06/05/2025

Avoid legal hurdles—learn how Indian companies can mitigate penalties and restore compliance through compounding under the Companies Act, 2013.

Middle East Briefing

China Expands Visa-Free Entry to GCC Countries: Details and Implications

06/05/2025

China expanded visa-free entry to GCC citizens from Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain, facilitating business and tourism exchanges.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam's National Legal Portal: A New Tool to Enhance Legal Access and Trasparency

06/05/2025

Vietnam has launched its National Legal Portal, a centralized platform that offers user-friendly access to laws, enabling easy research and feedback on legal documents.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Advances Population Law to Address Demographic Shift

06/04/2025

Vietnam prepares its first Population Law and ends the two-child policy to tackle declining fertility, ageing demographics, and regional imbalances. The move signals a policy transformation aligned with socio-economic development priorities.

India Briefing

Navigating Venture Capital Investment Trends in India

06/04/2025

India’s venture capital investments rose by 40 percent in 2024 to US$13.7 billion, positioning it as the second-largest VC destination in the Asia-Pacific region. We examine the key policy reforms and technology-driven growth factors.

China Briefing

China Monthly Tax Brief: May 2025

06/04/2025

In this monthly China tax brief for May 2025, we spotlight significant taxation policies and measures for businesses.

ASEAN Briefing

Foreign Investors Face Stricter Ownership Disclosure in Indonesia

06/04/2025

Indonesia has expanded ownership disclosure rules, requiring foreign investors to report ultimate control and maintain updated records.