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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 Monthly Tax Brief: July 2026
China's July 2026 tax developments include new restructuring tax relief, offshore trust IIT rules, standardised administrative penalties, VOC environmental taxes, and battery consumption tax changes. Learn what these updates mean for foreign-invested enterprises in China.
AI-Powered HR in China: Who's Liable When Algorithms Decide?
AI is changing how HR functions operate in China, but it does not change who is accountable. Technology may automate processes, but legal responsibility remains firmly with the employer.
China Classifies Medical Beauty Industry Advertising as Medical Advertising
China’s medical beauty industry is the target of new regulations to crack down on misleading advertising and illegal practices.
India Briefing
How to Execute a PD Bond for SVB Proceedings in India
Learn how a provisional duty (PD) bond works in Special Valuation Branch (SVB) cases in India, including provisional assessment, electronic bond execution, bank guarantees, ICEGATE procedures, and final duty assessment.
Related-Party Imports into India: How to Prepare for an SVB Review
Learn how India’s Special Valuation Branch (SVB) reviews related-party imports, customs pricing, royalties, transfer pricing, and supporting documentation.
Stamp Duty in India: What Foreign Investors Need to Know Before Executing Documents
Understand stamp duty in India for foreign investors, including state-wise applicability rules, cross-border execution, e-stamping methods, and compliance risks for commercial transactions.
Who Will Face Income Tax Scrutiny in TY 2026–27? India's CBDT Rules Explained
CBDT’s compulsory scrutiny guidelines for tax year 2026-27 identify categories of income tax returns that the Income Tax Department will mandatorily examine in detail.
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
Investing in Vietnam's Renewable Energy Sector: A Market Entry Guide for Foreign Investors
Vietnam's renewable energy market is creating new opportunities for foreign investors across solar, wind, energy storage, infrastructure, and corporate power procurement.
Step-by-Step Company Registration Process in Thailand for Foreign Investors
Registering a company in Thailand requires the right ownership structure, incorporation process, tax registrations, and operating approvals.
Annual Reporting Obligations for Foreign-Owned Companies in the Philippines
Foreign-owned companies in the Philippines must meet annual financial reporting, SEC filing, and corporate tax obligations to maintain compliance.
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.