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China Briefing

China Briefing

China Monthly Tax Brief: November 2025

12/05/2025

Recent measures issued by national and local authorities reflect a clear policy direction: tightening compliance standards while enhancing service transparency and clarifying long-standing procedural ambiguities.

China Briefing

Unlocking China's New VAT Law: Key Changes, Business Impacts, and Compliance Tips

12/02/2025

This article breaks down the key changes of China's New Value-Added Tax (VAT) Law, their implications for businesses operating in China, and what enterprises should do to adapt to the evolving tax landscape.

China Briefing

Building and Maintaining Tax Health in China: A Complete Guide for Foreign Companies

11/25/2025

Building and Maintaining Tax Health in China is critical for foreign-invested enterprises facing complex tax regulations. This article provides actionable strategies to achieve a strong, low-risk tax position.

China Briefing

Understanding India’s Tax System – How It Differs from China

11/21/2025

India and China share broad tax categories but differ in rates, governance, and compliance mechanisms. This comparison provides clarity for businesses navigating both jurisdictions.

China Briefing

Guide to Accounting and Audit in China 2026 – New Publication Out

11/18/2025

This guide provides foreign businesses and organizations with a step-by-step walkthrough of the annual audit and compliance process, along with an introduction to China’s accounting framework. Download it for free!

China Briefing

China Manufacturing Tracker 2025

11/18/2025

Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for October 2025 has now been updated.

India Briefing

India Briefing

Bank Account Freeze Under GST: Legal Remedies and Business Continuity Steps

12/03/2025

Understand when and why Goods and Services Tax (GST) authorities freeze bank accounts, the legal process under Section 83 of the CGST Act, 2017, and how companies can manage risks and respond effectively.

India Briefing

Forensic Accounting in India: Fraud Prevention and Risk Management for Businesses

11/27/2025

Discover how forensic accounting can protect businesses from financial and cyber risks, strengthen governance, and support strategic due diligence in India.

India Briefing

How Global Companies Leverage Offshore Accounting for Scale & Speed

11/10/2025

Discover how global companies leverage offshore accounting to reduce costs, enhance compliance, and accelerate financial transformation.

India Briefing

Why India is Becoming the Offshore Accounting Hub for Global CPA Firms

11/03/2025

We explain why India – the world’s most established BPM/BPO market – has emerged as a preferred destination for offshore accounting.

India Briefing

Understanding India’s New HSN Code Guidebook 2025

10/28/2025

India’s HSN Code Guidebook (2025) introduces a unified product classification framework under GST 2.0 and Customs, mapping approximately 12,000 HSN codes to align with internal customs standards and enhance trade compliance.

India Briefing

Depreciation Rules and Asset Management under Indian GAAP: An Explainer

10/17/2025

Gain insights into India’s depreciation framework under Indian Accounting Standard (AS) 16, AS 10, and Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013, to ensure accurate asset valuation and compliance.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Briefing

Circular 99: What Vietnam’s New Accounting Regime Means for IFRS Alignment

12/08/2025

Vietnam’s accounting regime has recently been revised to give companies more flexibility and independence in structuring accounting processes.

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.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam VAT Rates and Applicability in 2025: A Brief Guide

12/01/2025

For business owners or investors, understanding Vietnam's Value Added Tax (VAT) system is crucial for compliance and strategic planning in the Vietnamese market.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Audit Compliance 2026: What FOEs Need to Know

11/21/2025

FOE audit in Vietnam can be complex and time-consuming. The successful completion requires the compilation of a statutory annual audit report and the finalization of corporate and personal income taxation.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Updates Anti-Money Laundering Framework: Reporting on Large Cash Transactions

11/14/2025

Vietnam has introduced new reporting requirements for large cash transactions, aligning with global anti-money laundering.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s Property Tax Regime in 2025: Agricultural Land Use Tax Exempted Through End-2030

11/12/2025

Understand how Vietnam's property tax regime impacts the country's real estate market, supporting infrastructure, and investment decisions.

ASEAN Briefing

ASEAN Briefing

Understanding Withholding Tax on Royalties, Dividends, And Service Fees in The Philippines

12/04/2025

Withholding tax affects dividends, royalties, and service fees for foreign investors in the Philippines, shaping rates, risks, and compliance.

ASEAN Briefing

Understanding Vietnam Accounting Standards (VAS) for Foreign Companies

12/02/2025

Foreign companies must follow Vietnam Accounting Standards for statutory reporting. See how VAS affects compliance, audits, and IFRS alignment.

ASEAN Briefing

When Expatriates Qualify for Malaysian Tax Residency

11/27/2025

Expatriate residency in Malaysia affects tax cost, sourcing rules, and compliance. Learn how foreign investors can set the correct residency position.

ASEAN Briefing

E-Commerce Tax Compliance in Malaysia for Foreign Businesses

11/24/2025

Foreign businesses selling into Malaysia should understand how corporate income tax, withholding tax, and DTAs apply to cross-border e-commerce activity.

ASEAN Briefing

Should Foreign Groups Adopt Philippine Financial Reporting Standards or IFRS for Consolidation

11/19/2025

Foreign groups must choose between PFRS and IFRS aligned reporting in the Philippines to maintain consolidation accuracy and protect audit timelines.

ASEAN Briefing

Tax Dispute Resolution: Objections and Appeals for Foreign Investors in Indonesia

11/17/2025

Foreign investors can contest tax assessments in Indonesia using objections and appeals to protect compliance and financial interests.

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