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.
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China Briefing
How Much Should You Pay Your Employees in China?
This China salary guide covers everything businesses need to know about employee compensation, from regional and industry benchmarks to negotiation norms.
European Business in China: Key Takeaways from the EU Chamber's 2026 Survey
European companies in China are cautiously optimistic for the first time in years, with fewer businesses reporting a worsening environment, though challenges around market access, competition, and economic slowdown remain.
China Manufacturing Tracker 2026
Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for March 2026 has now been updated.
Selling Through Livestreams in China? Make Sure Your Content is Legal
Foreign brands selling in China face a wave of new compliance obligations as regulators bring livestream e-commerce under the country's Advertising Law for the first time.
India Briefing
India FDI Report FY 2025-26: Sustained Capital Inflows Amid Global Reallocations
India's FY 2025-26 FDI inflows grew 18 percent amid global uncertainty. Learn which sectors, states, and policy reforms are strengthening India's appeal as a global investment destination.
Karnataka Minimum Wage Overhaul: 2026 Rates, Zones & Compliance Mandates
Karnataka state government has raised minimum wages across 81 scheduled employments, creating new payroll, compliance, and labor cost considerations for businesses operating in the state effective May 22, 2026.
Jane Street’s India Tax Dispute Signals Rising Scrutiny of Cross-Border Investment Structures
US-based trading and investment firm Jane Street may invoke the India-Singapore Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) route to resolve its ongoing derivatives tax dispute. Learn what this means for cross-border investors.
Working in India as an Expat: Visa, Tax, Payroll, and Relocation Guide for Foreign Employees
We explain what expatriates and multinational employers should consider before, during, and after an India assignment, including visa, tax residency, payroll, EPF, banking, housing, schooling, foreign exchange, PE risk, and repatriation planning.
Vietnam Briefing
US Section 301 Forced Labor Investigation: New Trade Compliance Risks for Vietnam Exporters
Learn which industries may be affected and how businesses should prepare following the US proposed new Section 301 tariffs on imports from Vietnam and other economies.
Circular 99: What Vietnam’s New Accounting Regime Means for IFRS Alignment
Vietnam’s accounting regime has recently been revised to give companies more flexibility and independence in structuring accounting processes.
Vietnam VAT Rates and Applicability in 2025: A Brief Guide
For business owners or investors, understanding Vietnam's Value Added Tax (VAT) system is crucial for compliance and strategic planning in the Vietnamese market.
Vietnam’s E-Commerce Law 2025: Key Provisions and Business Implications
Effective July 1, 2026, Vietnam’s E-Commerce Law will regulate all activities of domestic and foreign entities on e-commerce platforms.
ASEAN Briefing
When Must a New PT PMA Register for Tax in Indonesia?
Assess when a new PT PMA should register for tax in Indonesia and how registration timing can affect compliance obligations, hiring plans, banking arrangements, and operational readiness.
When Should Foreign Companies Hire a Virtual CFO in Singapore?
Determine when a Virtual CFO becomes necessary in Singapore for regional expansion, treasury management, investor reporting, governance, and transaction readiness across ASEAN operations.
Should Foreign Companies Use a PEO Before Establishing a PT PMA in Indonesia?
Planning to enter Indonesia? Compare PEO and PT PMA structures to determine the most efficient path for hiring staff, testing the market, and building long-term operations.
Corporate Tax Considerations for Foreign-Owned Companies in Malaysia
Malaysia’s corporate tax framework affects profitability, repatriation efficiency, transfer pricing exposure, incentive eligibility, and long-term ASEAN expansion planning for foreign-owned companies.