Asia Briefing Audio Insights - Page 2

Vietnam Briefing

Capital Transfer Taxation and Exclusions Under Decree 320: A Practical Guide

12/30/2025

We explain Vietnam's application of corporate income tax (CIT) to capital transfers under Decree No. 320/2025/ND-CP

China Briefing

Choosing the Right City in China for an FIE: Cost Savings vs. Hidden Risks

12/25/2025

Foreign investors often consider lower-tier cities in China for cost savings, but the practical challenges can be significant. This article highlights the most common risks and provides actionable steps for choosing the right location.

India Briefing

India and New Zealand Conclude Landmark FTA: What's in it for Businesses

12/22/2025

India and New Zealand have concluded a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in just nine months, reducing tariffs on 95 percent of New Zealand exports and setting ambitious trade and investment targets.

India Briefing

What is India’s FDI Outlook for 2026? Key Policy Changes, Sectors, and Trade Deals

12/17/2025

India remains an attractive FDI destination in 2026 due to sector-specific liberalization, expanding free trade agreements, strong services and manufacturing inflows, and improved market access frameworks for foreign investors.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s E-Commerce Law 2025: Key Provisions and Business Implications

12/16/2025

Effective July 1, 2026, Vietnam’s E-Commerce Law will regulate all activities of domestic and foreign entities on e-commerce platforms.

China Briefing

CEWC 2025: China Emphasizes Boosting Domestic Consumption, Proactive Fiscal Policy in 2026

12/13/2025

China’s 2025 Central Economic Work Conference sets a cautious yet targeted economic agenda for 2026, emphasizing proactive fiscal policy, modest monetary easing, and efforts to boost domestic consumption and strategic investment.

ASEAN Briefing

How To Amend KBLI Codes When Expanding into New Business Lines in Indonesia

12/11/2025

KBLI amendments are required when activities change, and OSS-RBA reclassification determines the licensing steps for foreign investors in Indonesia.

China Briefing

Annual Compliance Requirements for Foreign NGOs in China

12/11/2025

Foreign NGOs in China must follow a strict annual compliance process involving activity plans, work reports, and inspections. Learn the key steps, risks, and strategies to ensure smooth compliance.

ASEAN Briefing

Repatriating Profits from Singapore: Dividends vs Royalties vs Service Fees

12/09/2025

Foreign investors assess dividends, royalties, and service fees to repatriate profits from Singapore while managing tax, substance, and treaty exposure.

Vietnam Briefing

Coca-Cola’s Tax Lawsuit: Transfer Pricing Risk Consideration for Business in Vietnam

12/05/2025

Vietnam’s tax authority is intensifying scrutiny of related-party transactions, as seen in the recent Coca-Cola case. Learn how shifting transfer pricing regulations and deeper audit reviews will shape compliance obligations for multinationals.

India Briefing

Social Security Code 2020: Universal Coverage, Reporting Digitized

12/03/2025

India’s Social Security Code 2020 expands EPF and ESIC coverage and extends social protection to gig & platform workers. For employers and investors, this is a major compliance reset with simplified processes, lower penalties, and a digital-first regulatory environment.

India Briefing

India’s Code on Wages, 2019: What Employers Need to Know

12/02/2025

Learn how India’s Code on Wages, 2019, streamlines wage compliance through universal minimum wages, a unified “wages” definition, and stricter payment rules, delivering a more predictable labor framework for CEOs, investors, and employers.