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China Briefing

China Briefing

Hiring Over-Age Employees in China: Key Compliance Developments 2026

06/10/2026

China’s new rules on over-age workers reshape hiring, contracts, and risk exposure—here’s what employers need to know now.

China Briefing

How Much Should You Pay Your Employees in China?

06/04/2026

This China salary guide covers everything businesses need to know about employee compensation, from regional and industry benchmarks to negotiation norms.

China Briefing

IR56B Compliance in Hong Kong: How Employers Can Avoid IRD Follow-Ups

05/29/2026

Hong Kong employers should review IR56B filings carefully to avoid IRD follow-ups, MPF mismatches, penalties, and payroll reporting errors. Learn key filing risks and prevention steps.

China Briefing

China Public Holiday Schedule 2026

05/12/2026

In 2026, workers will be entitled to a total of 13 statutory holidays. The Dragon Boat Festival runs from June 19 to 21, providing three consecutive days off when combined with weekend rest days.

China Briefing

IR56B Common Errors: A Guide to Avoiding IRD Follow-Up in Hong Kong

05/08/2026

Filing errors in IR56B can lead to IRD queries, fines, or audits. This guide covers the most frequent mistakes, how the IRD detects them, and simple steps to stay compliant.

China Briefing

Hong Kong Employment Compliance: What's New in 2026

05/04/2026

Hong Kong’s 2026 employment reforms reshape employer obligations through the new 468 rule, annual minimum wage adjustments, expanded statutory holidays, MPF offset removal, and tighter labor‑related regulation. Companies must prepare for broader compliance demands.

India Briefing

India Briefing

Building HR Compliance Readiness Under India’s Labor Codes

06/11/2026

Prepare your business for labor codes in India with practical insights on workforce management, compliance risks, and employment governance in 2026.

India Briefing

Global Capability Centers in India: Setup, Location, Tax, and Compliance Guide

06/10/2026

Learn how foreign companies can set up global capability centers in India, choose the right city, structure entities, and manage tax, transfer pricing, payroll, data protection, and compliance risks.

India Briefing

Setting Up Business in Karnataka? Shops & Establishments Compliance and 2026 Minimum Wage Rules

06/08/2026

Learn the key compliance requirements under Karnataka's Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, including 2026 wage revisions, employee rights, and employer obligations.

India Briefing

Karnataka Minimum Wage Overhaul: 2026 Rates, Zones & Compliance Mandates

05/29/2026

Karnataka state government has raised minimum wages across 81 scheduled employments, creating new payroll, compliance, and labor cost considerations for businesses operating in the state effective May 22, 2026.

India Briefing

A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2026

05/28/2026

We address frequently asked questions that foreign hiring managers may have about minimum wages in India. In 2026, several states and jurisdictions have revised their rates, with Uttar Pradesh among the latest to increase its minimum wage ceiling.

India Briefing

Working in India as an Expat: Visa, Tax, Payroll, and Relocation Guide for Foreign Employees

05/27/2026

We explain what expatriates and multinational employers should consider before, during, and after an India assignment, including visa, tax residency, payroll, EPF, banking, housing, schooling, foreign exchange, PE risk, and repatriation planning.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Briefing

Complying with Vietnam’s Electronic Labor Contract Framework: Circular 08/2026

05/28/2026

Navigate your compliance with Vietnam's electronic labor contract regime under Circular No. 08/2026/TT-BNV, which provides detailed guidance on Decree No. 337/2025/ND-CP.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Raises Statutory Basic Salary From July 2026: Implications for Employers

05/27/2026

Vietnam’s government has issued Decree 161/2026/ND-CP, introducing an increase to the country’s statutory pay rate, effective July 1, 2026.

Vietnam Briefing

PEO vs. EOR in Vietnam: Which HR Solution Fits Your Expansion Strategy?

05/14/2026

Learn the differences between PEO and EOR services in Vietnam, including compliance, payroll, hiring structure, and which model best supports international business expansion.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s HCI+ 2026 Ranking Signals Stronger Workforce for Investors

04/29/2026

Vietnam ranks among top performers in the World Bank’s HCI+ 2026. Explore what the data reveals about workforce quality, skills gaps, and investor implications.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Visa Costs: What You Need to Know

04/07/2026

Vietnam's visa costs change regularly. Here is an updated list of Vietnam visa fees for 2026, following the issuance of Circular No. 28/2026/TT-BTC.

Vietnam Briefing

2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: No Nine-Day April Break Planned

04/03/2026

Vietnam's government has confirmed that there will be no policy to swap working days to extend public holidays in April 2026.

ASEAN Briefing

ASEAN Briefing

Director, Management, and Local Presence Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Malaysia

06/11/2026

Foreign-owned companies in Malaysia must meet director, management, and local presence requirements. Find out how to structure your Malaysian operations effectively.

ASEAN Briefing

Using a Singapore-Based Virtual CFO to Manage ASEAN Subsidiaries

06/11/2026

Learn how a Singapore-based Virtual CFO can help foreign investors manage ASEAN subsidiaries, improve financial visibility, and support regional operations.

ASEAN Briefing

When Should Foreign Companies Hire a Virtual CFO in Singapore?

06/02/2026

Determine when a Virtual CFO becomes necessary in Singapore for regional expansion, treasury management, investor reporting, governance, and transaction readiness across ASEAN operations.

ASEAN Briefing

Should Foreign Companies Use a PEO Before Establishing a PT PMA in Indonesia?

05/29/2026

Planning to enter Indonesia? Compare PEO and PT PMA structures to determine the most efficient path for hiring staff, testing the market, and building long-term operations.

ASEAN Briefing

Why Foreign Investors Are Using Virtual CFO Services in Singapore for ASEAN Expansion

05/22/2026

Singapore-based virtual CFO services help foreign investors manage ASEAN expansion through centralized reporting, treasury coordination, regional financial oversight, and scalable cross-border finance support.

ASEAN Briefing

How Foreign-Owned Companies Are Audited for HR Compliance in Malaysia

05/13/2026

Foreign-owned companies in Malaysia face increasing HR compliance audits as regulators intensify scrutiny of payroll structures, expatriate employment, statutory contributions, and outsourced labor arrangements.

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