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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
Xi-Trump Meeting: Four Takeaways from the Washington Visit for Businesses
Xi Jinping's official state visit to Washington, DC, has led to a two-month extension to the tariff truce, providing important, if short-lived, clarity for businesses.
Foreign Business Sentiment in China: What the 2026 AmCham Survey Means for Your China Strategy
AmCham's 2026 survey highlights rising confidence among US companies in China, stronger profitability, and evolving China foreign investment trends, offering key insights for business strategy and growth.
Switzerland-China Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Upgrade: What It Means for Business
The upgraded free trade agreement between Switzerland and China could significantly lower market-entry costs and expand opportunities for Swiss companies. With 99.8 percent of Swiss exports set to become duty-free, alongside broader investment access, sole ownership rights in key service sectors, and easier rules for digital trade and origin, businesses should start assessing where the agreement could reduce costs or support expansion.
India Briefing
Singapore Overtakes Mauritius as India’s Top FDI Source: Key Investment Trends in Q1 FY 2026-27
India recorded US$19.82 billion in FDI inflows in Q1 FY 2026-27, as per the latest DPIIT data. Niche sectors such as services, trading, telecommunications and chemicals led the gains, while Singapore overtook Mauritius as the largest cumulative source of FDI equity in India.
India's New FDI Rules for Land-Border Countries: 60-Day Approval, Beneficial Ownership Explained
India has revised FDI rules for land border countries with clearer beneficial ownership norms and a 60-day approval process to attract investment into key manufacturing sectors.
Investing in South India: Comparing States, Sectors, and Opportunities for Foreign Firms
This article compares South India’s five principal investment destinations, examining their economic strengths, infrastructure, incentives, industry clusters, and suitability for different multinational operating models.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam’s Circular 38: What Foreign Investors Need to Know About Investment Capital Accounts
Circular 38 changes Vietnam’s investment capital account rules. Review the implications for capital contributions, M&A payments and profit remittances.
Vietnam’s International Financial Centre: Tax Incentives and Regulatory Advantages
Vietnam’s International Financial Centre (IFC) offers preferential tax rates, flexible foreign-exchange arrangements, regulatory sandboxes and specialised mechanisms for financial institutions and investors.
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
What Would an ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement Mean for Foreign Investors?
The ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement could reshape supply chains, market access, and investment decisions for foreign investors across Southeast Asia.
Can a Thailand Representative Office Operate Without Taxable Income?
Find out when a Thailand representative office can operate without taxable income and which activities may create Thai tax exposure.
How Can Companies Deduct Bad Debts for Corporate Income Tax in Indonesia?
Find out which bad debts can be deducted from corporate income tax in Indonesia, the conditions that apply, and the evidence companies need.
Selling Shares in a Malaysian Company: When Does Capital Gains Tax Apply?
Malaysia’s capital gains tax can apply when foreign investors sell shares in unlisted Malaysian companies. Check the rates, exemptions, and filing rules.