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China Briefing

China Briefing

Shanghai’s Overseas Qualification Recognition List: What Foreign Professionals Need to Know

11/20/2025

Shanghai’s latest revision of its foreigner qualification recognition list further streamlines procedures for overseas professionals and employers to access local talent policies.

China Briefing

Double Wage Rules in China: Key Updates Under Judicial Interpretation II on Labor Disputes

11/13/2025

Judicial Interpretation II refines double wage rules in China, clarifying liability and calculation standards. Employers can now follow clear guidelines to avoid disputes.

China Briefing

China Further Expands the 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy to 65 Ports

11/05/2025

Effective June 12, 2025, nationals of Indonesia shall be eligible for China's 240-hour visa-free transit policy, bringing the list of eligible countries to 55.

China Briefing

China Releases Official 2026 Public Holiday Schedule

11/04/2025

In 2026, workers will be entitiled to a total of 13 days off, while the Chinese New Year break will reach a record length of nine days.

China Briefing

China's Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates

11/04/2025

This article looks at all of the China visa-free policies that are currently in place. Most recently on September 2, China expands visa-free entry for Russian citizens starting September 15, 2025.

China Briefing

Foreigners Working in China: SPC Clarifies Employment Relationship Standards

10/30/2025

Judicial Interpretation II on Labor Disputes clarifies how courts recognize employment relationships involving foreigners working in China. It also confirms that representative offices may be named in labor disputes.

India Briefing

India Briefing

How India’s New OSH Code Reshapes Labor Compliance for Foreign Investors

11/24/2025

India’s OSH Code 2020 modernizes workplace regulation, unifies 13 labor laws, boosts safety standards, and streamlines compliance – critical insights for foreign investors and SMEs.

India Briefing

FAQs: What Foreign Investors and Multinational SMEs Need to Know About India’s Industrial Relations Code, 2020

11/24/2025

Discover how India’s Industrial Relations Code, 2020 affects hiring, retrenchment, FTE models, compliance, and dispute resolution for foreign investors and MNCs entering the Indian market.

India Briefing

India Notifies All Four Labor Codes, Ushering in Landmark Workforce Reforms

11/21/2025

India implements four Labor Codes from November 2025, consolidating 29 laws to modernize labor governance with better wages, safety, social security, and simplified compliance.

India Briefing

A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2025

11/20/2025

We answer some frequently asked questions foreign hiring managers may have regarding the minimum wage in India. Multiple states and jurisdictions have revised their rates in 2025, with effect from July 1 or October 1, 2025.

India Briefing

Delhi Shops and Establishments Act: Conditions for Extended Business Hours

11/11/2025

Learn how the latest exemptions granted under the Delhi Shops and Establishments Act enable extended business hours with clear compliance rules, enhancing operational flexibility while protecting worker welfare.

India Briefing

Public Holidays in India 2026 and Key HR Considerations

11/06/2025

Plan ahead for India's public holidays in 2026. Understand national, gazetted, state, and restricted holidays to ensure compliant workforce and payroll planning.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Briefing

Strategic Approaches to HR and Payroll Management in Vietnam

11/24/2025

We examine the dynamics driving Vietnam's labor market and the strategic approaches to human resource and payroll management for businesses.

Vietnam Briefing

Enforcing Vietnam's Social Insurance Law: New Measures on Late Payments and Evasion

11/19/2025

We examine Vietnam’s new regulations and enforcement measures concerning late payments and evasion of compulsory social insurance as outlined in Decree No. 274/2025/ND-CP.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s Regional Minimum Wage Effective from January 1, 2026

11/11/2025

Vietnam’s government has officially updated the regional minimum wage for contract-based workers, which will take effect from January 1, 2026.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s Draft Personal Income Tax Law: Key Highlights and Business Implications

11/05/2025

The Draft Law on Personal Income Tax (PIT) overhauls Vietnam’s current regime, aiming to broaden the tax base while lowering inequality.

Vietnam Briefing

2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: Tet and National Day Plans Approved

10/14/2025

Vietnam has officially announced the 2026 public holiday plan for the Lunar New Year (Tet) and National Day.

Vietnam Briefing

Hanoi Issues Guidance on Work Permit Procedures for Foreign Employees

09/10/2025

The Hanoi Department of Home Affairs has provided detailed guidance on work permit procedures for foreign employees to support the implementation of Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP.

ASEAN Briefing

ASEAN Briefing

Payroll in Malaysia: Understanding Monthly Tax Deductions, EPF, and SOCSO Contributions

11/17/2025

Employers should ensure full compliance with Malaysia’s MTD, EPF, SOCSO, and EIS requirements by meeting all contribution rules, eligibility tests, and filing duties.

ASEAN Briefing

Which Philippine Work Visa Best Fits Foreign Investors

11/04/2025

Compare 9(g), 47(a)(2), and SIRV options to find which Philippine visa best suits your investment and management goals.

ASEAN Briefing

Employment Contracts in Indonesia: Fixed-Term Vs Permanent

10/29/2025

Compare fixed-term and permanent contracts in Indonesia and learn how employers can stay compliant while managing costs efficiently.

ASEAN Briefing

Avoiding Penalties During Labor Inspections in Indonesia

10/24/2025

Foreign investors can avoid costly labor penalties in Indonesia through strong HR governance and BPJS compliance systems.

ASEAN Briefing

Cambodia’s 2026 Minimum Wage Increase: What Foreign Investors Should Decide Now

10/13/2025

Cambodia raises its 2026 minimum wage to US$210. Learn how foreign investors can manage costs, incentives, and compliance.

ASEAN Briefing

Termination Laws and Severance Obligations in Malaysia

10/11/2025

Foreign investors should assess termination and severance costs in Malaysia to support workforce and risk management decisions.

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