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Stay on top of the latest business news from across Asia. Here we bring you a selection of the latest articles on economic, regulatory, tax, HR, and payroll developments published on our respective regional platforms.
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China Briefing
5 Common Mistakes Foreign SMEs Make When Entering the Chinese Market
From choosing the wrong corporate structure to underestimating IP risks, we outline five common mistakes foreign SMEs make when entering the Chinese market – and how to avoid them.
Setting Up a Business in Hong Kong: What is the Full Cost?
Setting up a business in Hong Kong involves a range of costs that go well beyond the initial registration fees. This guide breaks down every major expense, from incorporation and visas to office rents and payroll obligations.
China Strengthens Trademark Enforcement: What the 2026 Amendment Means for Businesses
The new amendment strengthens mechanisms for brand protection for rights holders while introducing new compliance obligations that businesses must address ahead of the January 2027 implementation date.
Entering China: The Most Important Setup Decisions for Manufacturing Businesses
Early setup choices in China manufacturing shape operational flexibility for years. From entity structuring to tax and employment frameworks, getting these decisions right at the outset avoids costly constraints that are difficult, and sometimes impossible, to reverse.
India Briefing
How Does the India-UK CETA Impact UK Manufacturers? 10 Essential FAQs
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) establishes a new framework for bilateral trade, investment, customs, services, and professional mobility, creating fresh opportunities for UK businesses in India.
India-UK CETA Rules of Origin: Qualifying Value Content and Origin Requirements
Understand the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) Rules of Origin (RoO), origin criteria, QVC, product-specific rules, and compliance requirements effective July 15, 2026.
New Employee Provident Fund 2026 Rules Advance India's Social Security Code Implementation
The Employee Provident Fund 2026, in effect from July 1, 2026, introduces new compliance rules, digital filing, withdrawal norms, and governance requirements for employers and employees in India.
Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs) and Your India Investment Strategy
India has double taxation avoidance agreements (DTAAs) in place with over 90 countries, with certain tax treaties offering lower withholding tax (WHT) rates on certain types of income. This article examines how DTAAs can impact foreign firms and their India investment strategy.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: A First-Half 2026 Review
The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker provides the latest data, industrial production indicators, and export performance insights to help investors monitor Vietnam’s fast-evolving manufacturing landscape.
Vietnam Personal Income Tax 2026: Key Changes Effective July 1
Vietnam's amended Personal Income Tax Law takes effect on July 1, 2026. Learn the key changes to deductions, exemptions, digital assets, and employer compliance.
As Vietnam Tightens Import Controls, Importer of Record Services Gain Importance
Importer of Record (IOR) services enable foreign businesses to import goods into Vietnam without a local entity by handling customs, permits, duties, taxes, and compliance.
From Outsourcing to Ownership: Using the BOT Model to Build a Software Team in Vietnam
Explore Vietnam’s expanding software outsourcing market and how Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) models enable firms to establish scalable offshore centers.
ASEAN Briefing
Choosing Between a Domestic Corporation, OPC, or Branch Office in the Philippines
Choosing between a domestic corporation, OPC, or branch office in the Philippines depends on foreign ownership rules, tax, governance, and regulatory requirements.
Common Structuring Assumptions That Delay Indonesia Market Entry
Avoid common structuring mistakes that can delay market entry into Indonesia. Explore key legal, licensing, governance, and tax considerations for foreign investors.
Choosing the Right Joint Venture Structure in Singapore
Evaluate incorporated and contractual joint ventures in Singapore, with practical guidance on ownership, governance, and legal implementation for foreign investors.
Fixed-Term vs. Permanent Employment Contracts in Malaysia: Which Is Right for Foreign Firms?
Compare fixed-term and permanent employment contracts in Malaysia and learn which arrangement best suits your workforce strategy, legal obligations, and business needs.