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India Briefing

India-EU FTA Concluded: ‘Mother of All Deals’ Set to Reshape Global Trade

01/27/2026

India and the EU conclude a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) at the 16th Summit, unlocking tariff cuts, investment flows, and a 2-billion-consumer market.

China Briefing

Why China is Still the Top Manufacturing Destination in Asia

01/15/2026

China retains its position as Asia’s top manufacturing destination in 2026, supported by world-class infrastructure, innovation capability, and policy reforms. While challenges exist, China's scale and technological depth anchor its position.

ASEAN Briefing

Withholding Tax Treatment for Cross-Border Payments in Singapore

01/15/2026

Foreign investors should assess how withholding tax applies to cross-border payments in Singapore, including rates, treaty risk, and issues that affect cost and compliance.

India Briefing

Corporate Tax Compliance for Foreign Companies in India: A Practical Roadmap for 2026

01/14/2026

We explain India’s 2026 corporate tax regime for foreign companies with insights on compliance timelines, DTAA documentation, and regulatory risks.

India Briefing

Gujarat Updates Labor Rules for Shops & Commercial Establishments

01/14/2026

Gujarat’s Shops & Establishments amendments, notified on December 16, 2025, introduce key labor compliance changes, including higher applicability thresholds, extended working and overtime limits, and regulated night-shift employment for women.

ASEAN Briefing

Foreign Ownership Restrictions and Conditional Sectors in Vietnam

01/14/2026

Foreign investors must assess ownership caps, conditional sectors, licensing scope, capital, and treaty limits before entering Vietnam.

India Briefing

Why German CEOs Are Betting on India: The India-EU FTA Opportunity

01/13/2026

India and Germany are strengthening their economic partnership as India nears the conclusion of an FTA with the European Union. The India-EU FTA, upon finalization, is expected to open new market opportunities, positioning Germany as a key beneficiary within the EU.

China Briefing

Compliance Audit for the Protection of the Personal Information of Minors Due January 31

01/13/2026

The CAC now requires companies processing the personal information of minors in China to submit audit materials by January 31, 2026. Businesses must act quickly to comply with filing obligations.

ASEAN Briefing

Profit Repatriation from Indonesia: Tax, Timing, and Execution Considerations

01/13/2026

Foreign investors repatriating profits from Indonesia must manage tax exposure, timing, and execution risks to ensure predictable cash outcomes.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam: A Rising Manufacturing Hub in Asia in 2026

01/13/2026

Vietnam is among the top three most promising manufacturing hubs in Asia, according to the Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 by Dezan Shira & Associates.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s Seafood Exports: Growth Drivers, Market Shifts, and 2026 Outlook

01/12/2026

Vietnam’s seafood exports delivered a notably upbeat performance in 2025, even as exporters navigated uneven global demand, stricter technical barriers, and rising trade-policy risk.

China Briefing

Trademark Already Registered in China? How Foreign Brands Can Regain Control

12/31/2025

Foreign companies entering China often discover that their trademarks have already been filed or registered by others. This article examines the legal and strategic responses available to reclaim or protect brand rights.