News Across Asia - Page 88

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA): Key Details

11/22/2024

The Vietnam-UAE CEPA, Vietnam's first FTA with an Arab country, fosters extensive bilateral cooperation and market access, covering 18 chapters, 15 annexes, and 2 bilateral letters.

India Briefing

India-CARICOM Relations Benefit from Modi’s Recent Strategic Engagement

11/22/2024

With the conclusion of the 2nd India-CARICOM Summit, India seeks to strengthen ties with the Caribbean countries, focusing on advancing cooperation in critical areas, such as trade, healthcare, digital transformation, and cultural exchange.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam's Strategic Push into the Middle East Halal Market

11/21/2024

Vietnam is leveraging its agricultural strengths and Halal certification advancements to tap into the booming Middle Eastern Halal market, with opportunities in food exports, tourism, and strategic collaborations driven by rising global demand.

India Briefing

Choking Growth: Air Pollution's Economic Impact on Delhi

11/21/2024

Delhi, India’s national capital, is grappling with a worsening air pollution crisis that has significantly impacted the city’s trade and commerce, causing a 20 percent dip in business activities and severe financial losses for SMEs and seasonal businesses.

China Briefing

Tax Digitalization in China: Impact on Corporate Tax Risk Management

11/21/2024

This article explores the impact of tax digitalization on businesses in China, emphasizing the evolving dynamics of tax risk management, particularly regarding data supervision.

Middle East Briefing

Türkiye Revised VAT Rates: Impact on Healthcare and Telecom Sectors

11/21/2024

Turkey recently revised VAT rates, reducing the tax on approved medical products and special-purpose foods to 10 percent, while telecom equipment faces a standard 20 percent VAT.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Federal Tax Authority Releases Guide on Corporate Tax (CT) Return: Key Obligations

11/21/2024

The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has published a guide on filing the corporate tax return, outlining procedural and reporting requirements.

ASEAN Briefing

Company Deregistration in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Investors

11/21/2024

Effortlessly navigate the company deregistration process in Vietnam with insights on legal steps, documentation, and challenges for foreign investors.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore’s CPF Special Account Closure: What to Expect in 2025

11/20/2024

Singapore’s CPF Special Account will close in January 2025 for those aged 55 and above, consolidating funds into Retirement Accounts. Discover the impacts on workers, businesses, and how to optimize retirement planning under the new system.

ASEAN Briefing

Southeast Asia's Balancing Act in a Second Trump Presidency

11/20/2024

Learn how ASEAN can adapt to challenges and opportunities under the new US presidency. Insights into trade, investment, and resilience.

Vietnam Briefing

Temu Enters Vietnam’s E-Commerce Market: Takeaways for Newcomers

11/20/2024

Vietnam's e-commerce landscape witnessed the entry of Chinese e-commerce giant Temu in late 2024, drawing legal scrutiny. We discuss why authorities are paying close attention and offer strategic considerations for global online sellers and platform operators.

China Briefing

China’s Economy in October 2024: Retail Gains, Industrial Slowdown, and Exports Surge

11/20/2024

China's economy in October 2024 showed mixed signals, with retail sales surging 4.8 percent and exports rising sharply, while industrial output slowed, and the property sector remained weak.