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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
Free Trade Zones (FTZs) in China: Benefits, Eligibility, and How to Choose the Right One
China now operates 23 pilot free trade zones (FTZs) alongside the Hainan Free Trade Port, each offering a different mix of market access openings, customs facilitation, financial pilots, and, in a handful of locations, reduced tax rates.
Hong Kong Profits Tax Filing Checklist for December Year-End Companies, Ahead of the 2 October E-Filing Deadline
Hong Kong companies with a December 2025 year-end have until 2 October 2026 to file their Profits Tax Return electronically under the IRD's extended deadline. This checklist explains who qualifies, what documents to prepare, and how to avoid filing mistakes and penalties.
How Companies Can Leverage the 30% Added Value Rule in Hainan
Starting December 18, 2025, Hainan's 30 percent added value rule enables duty-free transfers to mainland China for goods processed in Hainan. This policy creates new options for cost reduction and supply chain optimization.
India Briefing
EPFO Wage Ceiling Raised to INR 25,000 in India: What Changes for Mandatory Coverage and Payroll?
India has raised the employee provident fund (EPF) wage ceiling from INR 15,000 to INR 25,000, effective September 17, 2026. Learn how the change affects mandatory EPF coverage, employee contributions, payroll calculations, and employer compliance.
A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2026
We address frequently asked questions that foreign hiring managers may have about minimum wages in India. In 2026, several states and jurisdictions have revised their rates, with Uttar Pradesh among the latest to increase its minimum wage ceiling.
India Gratuity Rules 2026-27: Calculation, Tax Treatment, Employer Compliance
Understand gratuity in India for FY 2026–27, including eligibility, calculation under the Code on Wages, and tax treatment under the Income-tax Act, 2025 and Rules, 2026, with exemptions and relief provisions.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam’s Decree 342: What Foreign Investors Need to Know About Trading and Retail Licences
Effective 18 October 2026, Vietnam’s Decree 342/2026/ND-CP updates trading and retail licensing processes. Review ENT exemptions, licensing timelines, and reporting duties.
What Happens to Tax Losses When a Vietnamese Company Is Acquired
Learn how carried-forward tax losses are treated when acquiring a Vietnamese company, including share deals, asset purchases and restructuring risks.
New Electronic Invoicing Rules in Vietnam – What Businesses Need to Know
Vietnam’s new e-invoicing framework affects invoice selection, sales-channel data, issuance timing and corrections. Here is a practical compliance guide for businesses.
ASEAN Briefing
Building a Vietnam+1 Manufacturing Strategy with Cambodia
Build a Vietnam+1 manufacturing strategy with Cambodia by assessing production costs, supply chains, cross-border logistics, and rules of origin.
Can a Foreign Director Manage a Singapore Company from Overseas?
Foreign directors can manage Singapore companies overseas, but tax residency, board decisions, and director taxation require careful planning.
Cambodia Introduces Tax Incentives for Government Securities Investors
Cambodia introduces tax incentives for 2026 government securities, including lower withholding tax and exemptions for interest and capital gains.
How Are Dividends Paid to Foreign Shareholders Taxed in the Philippines?
Foreign shareholders receiving dividends from Philippine companies may face different withholding tax rates depending on their status, tax treaty eligibility, and tax-sparing relief.