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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 Manufacturing Edge Isn't the Subsidies. It's The System.
As China curbs local subsidy competition, its manufacturing advantage is increasingly rooted in industrial ecosystems, supply chain integration, operational speed, and infrastructure quality rather than direct incentives.
China Manufacturing Tracker 2026
Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for May 2026 has now been updated.
China’s New Company Law: Considerations for Foreign Stakeholders and FIEs
The New Company Law brings substantial changes with implications for new and existing foreign invested enterprises and stakeholders in China. Foreign investors must assess if adjustments to existing structures or new business negotiations are necessary.
China’s Industries to Watch in 2026
China’s 15th Five‑Year Plan signals a structural transformation rather than a short‑term recovery, reshaping the industrial landscape from 2026 onward. Businesses must reassess China strategies through the lens of competitiveness, security, and policy alignment.
India Briefing
India’s Transition QCO 2026: Simplified BIS Certification Guide for Manufacturers
India's Transition Facilitation (Quality Control) Order, 2026, introduces a simplified BIS certification route under Scheme II. Learn how the new framework changes the certification process.
QCO Exemption Extended to SEZ Units and Developers under FTP 2023 Amendments
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) amended India's Foreign Trade Policy on June 3, 2026, expanding QCO exemptions for imports by SEZ units and developers.
BIS Toy Certification in India: Navigating QCO and the New IS 9873 Standards
India’s mandatory BIS certification regime for toys is reshaping the industry through stricter safety standards, QCO compliance requirements, and enhanced manufacturing oversight for domestic and foreign toy companies.
BIS Certification in India (FMCS Scheme I): 2026 Guide for Foreign Manufacturers
Learn how foreign manufacturers can obtain BIS certification under FMCS Scheme I, manage QCO compliance, avoid import disruptions, and streamline market entry into India.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Intensifies Risk-Based Compliance Oversight: What Businesses Should Do Now
Vietnam is strengthening corporate compliance oversight through risk-based tax and regulatory inspections. Learn how businesses can prepare for stricter enforcement.
Complying with Vietnam's New Capital Transfer Taxation Rules
We explain Vietnam's application of corporate income tax (CIT) to capital transfer under the new regulation regime.
EFTA–Vietnam FTA Concluded: Business Implications for Trade, Investment, and Market Access
EFTA and Vietnam have concluded FTA negotiations. Learn what the agreement means for tariffs, rules of origin, services, investment, SMEs, and Vietnam market entry planning.
Vietnam Investor Visa Guide: Pathways for Long-Term Residency
Explore the Vietnam investor visa framework, including visa categories, TRC eligibility, application requirements, and key immigration updates for foreign investors.
ASEAN Briefing
Protecting Intellectual Property in the Philippines: Strategic Considerations for Foreign Investors
Protect intellectual property in the Philippines with insights on trademarks, patents, technology licensing, and strategic considerations for foreign investors.
Investing in Indonesia's Renewable Energy Sector: A Market Entry Guide for Foreign Investors
Plan your entry into Indonesia's renewable energy sector with guidance on investment structures, licensing, PLN procurement, and investment incentives.
When Is a Bumiputera Partner Required in Malaysia?
Find out when foreign investors need a Bumiputera partner in Malaysia, including licensing, procurement, distributive trade, and IPO participation requirements.
Which Industries Are Open to Foreign Ownership in Malaysia?
Explore foreign ownership rules across key industries in Malaysia, including manufacturing, technology, financial services, telecommunications, and other regulated sectors affecting foreign investors.