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China Briefing

China Briefing

The Right Corporate Secretarial Provider in Hong Kong Does More Than Keep You Compliant 

08/18/2026

The right corporate secretarial provider in Hong Kong helps strengthen governance, protect directors from liability, and keep your company ready for fundraising and due diligence at every stage.

China Briefing

China Monthly Tax Brief: July 2026

08/14/2026

China's July 2026 tax developments include new restructuring tax relief, offshore trust IIT rules, standardised administrative penalties, VOC environmental taxes, and battery consumption tax changes. Learn what these updates mean for foreign-invested enterprises in China.

China Briefing

Bookkeeping Services in Hong Kong – Which Companies Need a Provider? 

08/10/2026

Hong Kong companies must keep detailed financial records for seven years and meet strict bookkeeping standards to stay compliant and audit ready. This guide covers what records to maintain, how to keep them, and when outsourcing to a bookkeeping provider makes sense for your business.

China Briefing

Hong Kong’s Evolving Double Tax Agreement (DTA) Network 2026

08/05/2026

Hong Kong’s double tax agreement network has reached a new milestone, with fresh treaties and active negotiations shaping the 2026 outlook. Understanding how Hong Kong’s DTAs work is essential for investors and multinationals planning cross-border operations.

China Briefing

How to Select a Tax Adviser in Hong Kong: A Guide for Foreign Investors and SMEs

08/03/2026

How to choose a tax adviser in Hong Kong: credentials to verify, firm tiers, and a checklist for foreign investors and SMEs navigating the territorial tax system.

China Briefing

Maximizing Tax Treaty Benefits Under the Hong Kong-China DTA

07/29/2026

The Hong Kong-China DTA offers significant tax savings, but accessing treaty benefits requires careful planning, beneficial ownership, and proper documentation.

India Briefing

India Briefing

GST Refund and Input Tax Credit in India: Complete Guide for Foreign Businesses

08/11/2026

Claiming a GST refund and input tax credit can reduce tax costs and improve cash flow. Find out when foreign businesses can claim them and how to file claims in India.

India Briefing

India Proposes Simpler Fund Management Safe Harbour Rules for Offshore Investment Funds

08/07/2026

Learn how India's Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 proposes to simplify fund management safe harbour rules for offshore investment funds.

India Briefing

Related-Party Imports into India: How to Prepare for an SVB Review

08/05/2026

Learn how India’s Special Valuation Branch (SVB) reviews related-party imports, customs pricing, royalties, transfer pricing, and supporting documentation.

India Briefing

Special Valuation Branch (SVB) in India: FAQs for Related-Party Importers

07/30/2026

Learn when India’s Special Valuation Branch reviews related-party imports, the SVB process, required documents, timelines, and compliance steps.

India Briefing

PAN Allotment in India: Compliance Requirements for Foreign Companies, NRIs, and FPIs

07/27/2026

India's new PAN allotment framework tightens compliance for multinational companies and NRIs, while the Central Board of Direct Tax's May 15, 2026, notification provides targeted relaxations for foreign portfolio investors (FPIs).

India Briefing

India Tax Compliance Calendar: Key Deadlines for August 2026

07/24/2026

Track India’s August 2026 tax deadlines for GST, TDS, TCS, PF, ESI, professional tax, and ITR filing for eligible non-audit businesses.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Briefing

Understanding Vietnam’s Tax Withholding Framework for Foreign E-Commerce Platforms

08/12/2026

As Vietnam’s digital economy expands, tax authorities are strengthening oversight of income generated through foreign e-commerce platforms.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Issues New Tax Registration Guidance for Branches and ROs of Foreign Companies

08/06/2026

Vietnam's tax authorities issued guidance on new tax registration procedures for foreign branches and representative offices.

Vietnam Briefing

Factory Audit Services in Vietnam: What Foreign Buyers Should Know

08/05/2026

Learn when to conduct a factory audit in Vietnam, what it should cover, common supplier risks, indicative costs, and how to choose the right audit provider.

Vietnam Briefing

Profit Repatriation in Vietnam: A Brief Guide in 2026

07/31/2026

Vietnam has introduced new profit repatriation requirements under Decree 252, integrating overseas profit remittance into its tax administration framework.

Vietnam Briefing

Profit Repatriation in Vietnam: A Brief Guide in 2026

07/31/2026

Vietnam has introduced new profit repatriation requirements under Decree 252, integrating overseas profit remittance into its tax administration framework.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Streamlines Exit Suspension Procedures for Tax Debtors

07/23/2026

Vietnam’s Decree 252 introduces faster removal of exit suspensions, tax debt thresholds, and a 120-day grace period for taxpayers.

ASEAN Briefing

ASEAN Briefing

Branch or Subsidiary in the Philippines: Which Structure Is More Tax Efficient?

08/18/2026

Compare the tax implications of a branch and subsidiary in the Philippines, including profit repatriation, tax treaties, and investment incentives.

ASEAN Briefing

How to Choose an Accounting Firm in the Philippines

08/06/2026

The right accounting firm can support more than statutory compliance. Compare the factors foreign investors should evaluate when selecting an accounting adviser in the Philippines.

ASEAN Briefing

How to Choose an Accounting Firm in Malaysia

08/05/2026

Choose an accounting firm in Malaysia with confidence. Compare the factors foreign investors should evaluate, from tax compliance and reporting to investment incentives and cross-border operations.

ASEAN Briefing

How Businesses Should Structure Intercompany Service Fees in Singapore

08/03/2026

Structure intercompany service fees in Singapore to align with transfer pricing requirements. Selecting the right charging methodology can reduce tax risk and strengthen cross-border compliance.

ASEAN Briefing

Managing Statutory Financial Reporting Across Multiple Philippine Entities

07/29/2026

Managing statutory financial reporting becomes more complex as foreign investors expand through multiple Philippine entities. Here's what businesses need to consider.

ASEAN Briefing

Transfer Pricing Red Flags That Lead to Tax Audits in Vietnam

07/21/2026

Identify the transfer pricing red flags that can attract tax audits in Vietnam, including persistent losses, related-party payments, profit allocation, and business restructurings.

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