News Across Asia - Page 74

Middle East Briefing

UAE Mandates Women on Boards of Private Joint-Stock Companies Starting 2025

09/20/2024

From January 2025, private joint-stock companies in the UAE must allocate at least one seat on their boards of directors to women.

Vietnam Briefing

Managing Your Vietnam Business Recovery in the Aftermath of Typhoon Yagi

09/19/2024

We discuss the business recovery process and key banking, insurance, tax, and risk management considerations for impacted firms and factories in the aftermath of Typhoon Yagi.

India Briefing

India-ASEAN Bilateral and Trade Relations

09/19/2024

We profile the progress in India-ASEAN bilateral and trade relations, as economic and strategic engagement continues to strengthen between the two regions.

China Briefing

European Business in China: Insights From the EU Chamber’s Position Paper 2024/2025

09/19/2024

The Position Paper makes several recommendations for policymakers to address the challenges identified and possible solutions. Proactive EU engagement and strategic adjustments are needed to navigate the evolving market landscape effectively.

ASEAN Briefing

India Joins Project Nexus: Enhancing ASEAN Economic Ties

09/19/2024

India's role in Project Nexus enhances cross-border payments with ASEAN, improving transaction efficiency and strengthening regional economic ties.

Vietnam Briefing

Impact of Typhoon Yagi on Vietnam: Economic Damage and Recovery Efforts

09/18/2024

The full extent of Typhoon Yagi’s damages in Vietnam is still being assessed, with several key sectors severely impacted. To expedite economic recovery, the government has instructed relevant ministries and agencies to develop comprehensive recovery plans.

ASEAN Briefing

A Guide to Hiring in Indonesia – Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine

09/18/2024

The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine, titled “A Guide to Hiring in Indonesia”, is out now as a free download.

China Briefing

Reducing Labor Costs in China with a Sustainable Workforce Structure

09/18/2024

Optimizing labor costs sustainably in China involves adopting flexible employment practices, adapting to economic challenges, and implementing effective compensation structures.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s Import-Export Regime: Managing Customs and Accessing Tax Benefits

09/18/2024

In this Vietnam Briefing report, available as a free download from the Asia Briefing Publication Store, we examine Vietnam's import-export regulatory regime, latest legal and tax updates, and the VAT refund process.

India Briefing

India-U.S. Boost Clean Energy Ties: Collaboration on Hydrogen, Sustainable Aviation

09/18/2024

India and the U.S. will collaborate on projects, including hydrogen vehicles, sustainable aviation fuel, and electric transport, while welcoming increased investment in clean energy markets.

Middle East Briefing

VAT in the UAE: Registration, Rates, and Compliance

09/18/2024

The UAE implemented VAT in 2018 with a standard rate of 5 percent, applied at each stage of the supply chain. Businesses must adhere to compliance regulations, and failure to do so can result in significant penalties.

India Briefing

Setting Standards for Manufacturing Excellence in India

09/18/2024

We explain how setting manufacturing standards to produce high-quality goods can maximize productivity and allow your manufacturing enterprise to be a part of global supply chains.