Featured News
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.
×
China Briefing
China’s Economy in November 2025: Year-End Review and 2026 Outlook
China’s November 2025 economic data show momentum easing as the year draws to a close, with the 2026 outlook likely to be characterised by slower headline growth and sharper sectoral divergence.
CEWC 2025: China Emphasizes Boosting Domestic Consumption, Proactive Fiscal Policy in 2026
China’s 2025 Central Economic Work Conference sets a cautious yet targeted economic agenda for 2026, emphasizing proactive fiscal policy, modest monetary easing, and efforts to boost domestic consumption and strategic investment.
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan Recommendations - Key Takeaways for Foreign Businesses
China’s next five-year policy blueprint focuses on industrial upgrading and technological development, signaling new opportunities but stronger competition from domestic industries.
China Further Expands the 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy to 65 Ports
Effective June 12, 2025, nationals of Indonesia shall be eligible for China's 240-hour visa-free transit policy, bringing the list of eligible countries to 55.
India Briefing
India and New Zealand Conclude Landmark FTA: What's in it for Businesses
India and New Zealand have concluded a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in just nine months, reducing tariffs on 95 percent of New Zealand exports and setting ambitious trade and investment targets.
Private Limited vs LLP vs OPC in India: Complete Guide for Foreign Investors
Learn how to choose between Private Limited Company, LLP, or OPC when starting a business in India. Read our essential guide for foreign investors, entrepreneurs, and global companies entering India’s fast-growing market.
Why Foreign Companies Fail in India: 5 Costly Mistakes and Lessons for Future Investors
Foreign companies often fail in India due to five recurring mistakes: choosing the wrong entry structure, misjudging regulatory complexity, misreading consumer behavior, adopting poor market models, and weak talent management.
How to Navigate Cultural Differences in India to Succeed in Your Business Journey
Learn how businesses can navigate cultural differences in India with practical insights on leadership, communication, hierarchy, and relationship-building. A guide for global executives entering the Indian market.
Vietnam Briefing
Updated CIT Compliance in Vietnam: Key Provisions of Decree 320/2025
Decree No. 320/2025/ND-CP signifies a thorough overhaul of Vietnam’s corporate income tax system, clearly defining rules on the scope of taxpayers, withholding responsibilities, capital transfers, and incentives.
An Introduction to Rules of Origin for Vietnamese Exports
We discuss rules of origin guidelines for investors looking to take advantage of lower tariff structures and Vietnam's free trade agreements.
Vietnam Provincial Competitiveness Index: Key Findings from the 2024 Report
The 2024 Vietnam Provincial Competitiveness Index Report offers comprehensive insights into the evolving business landscape across Vietnam, highlighting how shifts in economic governance are impacting both domestic and foreign-invested enterprises.
Vietnam’s Special Investment Procedure: Implementation and Implications for Foreign Investors
Vietnam has implemented Decree 19/2025/ND-CP to expedite approvals for investment projects. This decree establishes a streamlined investment licensing process aimed at attracting high-quality capital, particularly in high-tech industries.
ASEAN Briefing
Dividends, Royalties, or Fees: Profit Repatriation in Malaysia
Foreign investors repatriating profits from Malaysia should assess dividends, royalties, and service fees against audit risk.
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.