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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
China Tax Authority Requests Self‑Inspection of Overseas Income for the Past Three Years
China is moving from CRS information exchange to active overseas income tax enforcement. For foreign tax residents in China, proactive compliance now matters more than complex structuring.
Trump 2.0 at One Year: What US–China Relations Could Look Like in 2026
After a year of upheaval, China and the US have settled into an uneasy but enduring truce. However, unresolved political, regulatory, and security tensions continue to shape the outlook for the year ahead.
China’s Flourishing Agritech Sector - Opportunities for Foreign Investors
Facing land, labor, and climate constraints, China is turning to advanced agritech solutions to secure long-term food supply and modernize production systems. Policy support and rising demand are opening new investment opportunities across digital farming, smart machinery, and bio-innovation.
China Minimum Wage Standards 2026
This article offers a guide to minimum wages in the Chinese Mainland and discuss how labor costs are affected by changes to the minimum wage levels. The data is current as of January 22, 2026.
India Briefing
US Parent-India Subsidiary: Transfer Pricing and Intercompany Agreements
US parent companies with subsidiaries in India face heightened transfer pricing scrutiny when intercompany agreements, operational reality, and financial outcomes do not align. Ensuring documentation consistently reflects the Indian subsidiary’s role and value creation is critical to managing audit and dispute risk.
India’s Manufacturing Appeal is Rising – Even as Asia’s Competition Intensifies
India’s manufacturing appeal is gradually rising as it manages challenges around infrastructure investment, policy reforms, and supply chain diversification to strengthen its role in global production networks.
Gujarat Updates Labor Rules for Shops & Commercial Establishments
Gujarat’s Shops & Establishments amendments, notified on December 16, 2025, introduce key labor compliance changes, including higher applicability thresholds, extended working and overtime limits, and regulated night-shift employment for women.
Company Director KYC Simplified: India Moves to Three-Year Filing from March 31, 2026
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has streamlined director KYC requirements under the Companies Act, 2013, replacing annual filings with a three-yearly KYC cycle. The latest regulatory norms will come into effect from March 31, 2026.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Economic Performance in 2025: GDP, FDI, and Trade
Vietnam’s economy demonstrated a robust performance in 2025, achieving 8 percent GDP growth, maintaining resilient FDI, keeping inflation stable, and expanding trade.
Vietnam: A Rising Manufacturing Hub in Asia in 2026
Vietnam is among the top three most promising manufacturing hubs in Asia, according to the Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 by Dezan Shira & Associates.
Transshipment and Origin Risks: How Vietnam-Based Businesses Can Stay Compliant
The US intensifies scrutiny of transshipment via Vietnam, imposing steep tariffs and driving stricter origin compliance in 2025.
Vietnam’s Toy Market: An Overview 2025
In this article, Vietnam Briefing looks at Vietnam's toy market and the challenges and opportunities it presents for foreign firms.
ASEAN Briefing
Choosing The Appropriate Legal Entity for Foreign Investors in Thailand
Foreign investors entering Thailand must choose the right legal entity to manage ownership limits, licensing, capital requirements, and long-term exit risk.
Managing Group Reporting and Consolidation from Vietnam
Foreign investors in Vietnam should plan group reporting early, as accounting and reporting risks become group-level issues.
Malaysia Revises Its Expatriate Employment Policy
Malaysia will revise its expatriate employment policy from June 2026, raising salary thresholds and introducing time limits for Employment Pass holders.
Withholding Tax Treatment for Cross-Border Payments in Singapore
Foreign investors should assess how withholding tax applies to cross-border payments in Singapore, including rates, treaty risk, and issues that affect cost and compliance.