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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
Post-Incorporation Checklist in China: What to Do in the First 90 Days
During the first 90 days, foreign investors must complete a range of legal, financial, tax, banking, and employment-related procedures to make their entity fully operational.
Key Tax Enforcement Trends in 2026: What Foreign Companies in China Need to Know
China's tax authorities are ramping up digital, data-driven enforcement in 2026, tightening scrutiny across invoicing, export rebates, tax incentives, and platform sales. Here's what foreign companies need to know to stay compliant.
How to Hire Over-Age Workers in China: A Practical Guide for HR and In-House Counsel (Part II)
Part II of our guide moves from setup to risk management, focusing on the operational pressure points where HR teams and in-house counsel are most likely to encounter disputes or regulatory scrutiny for hiring over-age workers in China.
India Briefing
GST Refund and Input Tax Credit in India: Complete Guide for Foreign Businesses
Claiming a GST refund and input tax credit can reduce tax costs and improve cash flow. Find out when foreign businesses can claim them and how to file claims in India.
Input Tax Credit Treatment Under GST Rate Rationalization
India’s revised GST regime will continue with the existing Input Tax Credit (ITC) while limiting its use in certain sectors. We explain how businesses can navigate these changes through credit blocking or reversal where required, automated Rule 42/43 adjustments, and contract realignment to maintain compliance.
Import-Export Procedures in India: 2026 Edition
India’s import-export procedures in 2026 are fully digitized, with streamlined customs systems, IEC-based registration, and real-time compliance under FTP 2023. Businesses must follow standardized classification and digital processes to manage trade efficiently and stay compliant.
India Tax Compliance Calendar: Key Deadlines for August 2026
Track India’s August 2026 tax deadlines for GST, TDS, TCS, PF, ESI, professional tax, and ITR filing for eligible non-audit businesses.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Issues New Tax Registration Guidance for Branches and ROs of Foreign Companies
Vietnam's tax authorities issued guidance on new tax registration procedures for foreign branches and representative offices.
Vietnam Introduces Mandatory Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Rules for Enterprises
Vietnam's Decree 296/2026 introduces mandatory beneficial ownership identification and disclosure. Learn the new UBO criteria, reporting obligations, and compliance steps.
Factory Audit Services in Vietnam: What Foreign Buyers Should Know
Learn when to conduct a factory audit in Vietnam, what it should cover, common supplier risks, indicative costs, and how to choose the right audit provider.
ASEAN Briefing
How to Choose an Accounting Firm in Malaysia
Choose an accounting firm in Malaysia with confidence. Compare the factors foreign investors should evaluate, from tax compliance and reporting to investment incentives and cross-border operations.
How Businesses Should Structure Intercompany Service Fees in Singapore
Structure intercompany service fees in Singapore to align with transfer pricing requirements. Selecting the right charging methodology can reduce tax risk and strengthen cross-border compliance.
Should Foreign Investors Operate Through One Entity or Multiple Subsidiaries in Indonesia?
Should foreign investors expand through one PT PMA or multiple subsidiaries in Indonesia? Compare the legal, regulatory, and commercial considerations that shape the right corporate structure.
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.