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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's Luxury Market Outlook: Stabilization, Strategic Reset, and the New Consumer Landscape
China's luxury market is entering 2026 in a phase of cautious stabilization, shaped by shifting consumer demographics, evolving tastes, and a more complex macro-policy environment.
China’s Cosmetics and Personal Care Market: Key Trends and Business Outlook
China is now the world's second-largest cosmetics and personal care market and leads regional growth in Asia. We delve into the key drivers building up China’s beauty and personal care sector and the business scope for foreign brands.
Revisions to China’s Cybersecurity Law: Strengthened Oversight and Alignment with Emerging Technologies
The new amendment to - in effect January 1 - includes new AI provisions, higher penalties, and closer alignment with China’s broader data and security regulatory framework.
Choosing the Right Distribution Model for China Market Entry
Choosing the right route to market requires aligning distribution, compliance, and operational needs with your business goals in China.
India Briefing
What is India’s FDI Outlook for 2026? Key Policy Changes, Sectors, and Trade Deals
India remains an attractive FDI destination in 2026 due to sector-specific liberalization, expanding free trade agreements, strong services and manufacturing inflows, and improved market access frameworks for foreign investors.
Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules 2025 Notified
India notifies DPDP Rules 2025, bringing its first digital privacy law into force. Learn key provisions, global comparisons, compliance timelines, and penalties.
Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro Tops India’s Drug Sales – What It Reveals About the Country’s Health Market
Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro tops India’s drug sales, signaling a healthcare pivot toward obesity and diabetes management. See how it’s reshaping India’s pharma market.
Top Manufacturing Clusters in India: A Sector-wise Breakdown
India's top manufacturing clusters cater to industries ranging from automobiles to electronics to textiles, and drive economic growth by boosting production, exports, and foreign investment. Their modernization is key to India's greater presence in global value chains.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam’s E-Commerce Law 2025: Key Provisions and Business Implications
Effective July 1, 2026, Vietnam’s E-Commerce Law will regulate all activities of domestic and foreign entities on e-commerce platforms.
Coca-Cola’s Tax Lawsuit: Transfer Pricing Risk Consideration for Business in Vietnam
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.
Strategic Approaches to HR and Payroll Management in Vietnam
We examine the dynamics driving Vietnam's labor market and the strategic approaches to human resource and payroll management for businesses.
Reshaping Vietnam’s Socio-Economic Zones: A Post-Merger Outlook
The map of Vietnam’s socio-economic zones is being reshaped by the consolidation of provinces, opening pathways for business opportunities.
ASEAN Briefing
Using BI to Benchmark Consumer Markets in ASEAN with a Focus on Indonesia
A BI-led framework for benchmarking ASEAN consumer markets and understanding Indonesia’s true demand depth.
Employment Contracts and Probation Rules for Foreign Employers in Vietnam
How Vietnam’s employment contracts and probation rules affect foreign employers, workforce flexibility, and compliance risk in practice.
Should Foreign Investors Form an Exempt Pte Ltd or a Standard Pte Ltd in Singapore?
Foreign investors choosing between an Exempt or Standard Pte Ltd in Singapore should assess ownership structure and scalability.
Understanding Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Cambodia
Foreign investors must understand Cambodia’s minimum and paid-up capital rules because practical banking and tax requirements exceed the legal minimum.