Asia Briefing Audio Insights

ASEAN Briefing

Vietnam Tax Rules on Software Licensing and Digital Services: What Foreign Contractors Need to Know

04/09/2026

Avoid costly tax mistakes on software contracts in Vietnam. Learn how FCT applies and how to structure deals to protect margins.

ASEAN Briefing

Philippines Domestic Corporation Setup: Avoid Costly Mistakes Before You Invest

04/08/2026

Avoid delays and unnecessary costs when setting up a company in the Philippines. Learn what foreign investors must get right before investing.

India Briefing

India’s Mandatory Halal Certification 2026: New Country List & I-CAS Compliance Deadlines

04/08/2026

India has expanded the I-CAS Halal certification requirement to 20 additional markets, bringing the total number of covered export destinations to 35 as of 2026. Explore the newly added markets and implementation timelines for exporters.

ASEAN Briefing

Malaysia’s New Manufacturing Incentives: How to Structure Your Investment Under the NIF in 2026

04/07/2026

Malaysia’s new NIF changes how incentives work. Learn how to qualify, avoid mistakes, and structure your manufacturing investment.

India Briefing

OIDAR Compliance in India: GST Registration, NTOR Rules, and Key Risks for Digital Service Providers

04/07/2026

Supplying digital services to India? Even a single B2C transaction can trigger GST registration—understand OIDAR rules, NTOR risks, and compliance requirements.

India Briefing

Remote Work in India: Legal Framework, Employee Rights, and Compliance Guide for Employers

04/02/2026

Navigate WFH and remote work compliance in India under the new 2026 Labor Codes. Learn about employer obligations for payroll, provident fund (PF), tax, and employee rights.

India Briefing

Transitioning From Form 10F to Form 41: New DTAA Compliance Under Income-tax Act, 2025

04/01/2026

DTAA relief in India now requires Form 41 under Section 159(8) of the Income-tax Act, 2025. Explore new documentation rules and tax residency certificate (TRC) mandates for non-residents.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Tightens Intellectual Property Registration Framework from April 1, 2026

04/01/2026

Vietnam will implement major updates to its intellectual property system starting April 1, 2026, under the revised IP Law.

China Briefing

Is WFOE Still the Right Corporate Structure for China in 2026?

03/30/2026

A wholly foreign‑owned enterprise (WFOE) remains the preferred entry structure for many foreign investors in China in 2026, provided the target sector permits full foreign ownership and the business requires direct operational control.

China Briefing

GAC New Overseas Food Manufacturer Registration Rules Effective June 1: A Guide for Exporters

03/26/2026

China has released the detailed implementation rules for Decree No. 280, fundamentally reshaping the overseas food manufacturer registration system. Overseas food exporters face new compliance obligations affecting renewals, declaration filings, and registration pathways from June 1, 2026.

China Briefing

How Foreign Investors Can Set Up a Company in China Entirely Online

03/25/2026

Shanghai has launched China’s first fully online foreign‑invested enterprise registration using cross‑border digital identity authentication, marking a major step in reducing administrative barriers for overseas investors.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s Labor Market in 2026: Hiring Hotspots and Talent Shifts

03/24/2026

Vietnam’s labor market enters 2026 with stronger headline momentum but a more selective hiring environment.