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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.
Hormuz disruptions are reshaping China’s energy security outlook, with risks emerging through higher costs rather than supply shortages. While diversified imports and strong reserves provide resilience, pressure is building on industrial margins, transport costs, and supply chain stability.
China’s labor market is entering a phase of adjustment marked by targeted wage pressure, cautious talent mobility, and a rebalancing of city-tier advantages. For employers in 2026, success depends less on scale and more on precision in role design, location planning, and talent investment.
China’s green consumption market is rapidly becoming a structural growth pillar, driven by coordinated national policy (notably the 2026 Action Plan) that integrates incentives, standards, and financing to steer household and service-sector demand toward low-carbon, resource-efficient goods and lifestyles.
China's economy rebounded in January and February 2026, with soaring foreign trade and strong performance in high-tech manufacturing - but weak domestic demand and declining private investment point to an uneven recovery.
India has expanded the I-CAS Halal certification requirement to 20 additional markets, bringing the total number of covered export destinations to 35 as of 2026. Explore the newly added markets and implementation timelines for exporters.
Effective April 1, 2026, India modernizes courier trade via the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) notifications 33 & 34/2026. Key updates include removal of export value limits, 15-day re-export options, and enhanced digital monitoring for returned e-commerce shipments.
The India-Oman CEPA represents a major milestone in bilateral trade and investment relations. It provides a unified framework for deeper market access, regulatory alignment, and sustainable economic growth.
India has introduced new policy conditions for halal meat exports, effective from October 16, 2024. Such products must be processed in facilities certified under the 'India Conformity Assessment Scheme (I-CAS) - Halal.'
The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker by Vietnam Briefing provides the latest data, policy updates, FDI trends, industrial production indicators, and export performance insights to help investors monitor Vietnam’s fast-evolving manufacturing landscape.
Vietnam will implement major updates to its intellectual property system starting April 1, 2026, under the revised IP Law.
Vietnam’s fraud risks often stem from weak internal controls, excessive trust in local partners, or fast growth without adequate governance frameworks. Proactive fraud prevention and building transparent systems are essential to safeguarding operations.
Vietnam is poised for a transformative shift in its education sector with the groundbreaking amendments to its education laws, which not only enhance regulatory frameworks but also catalyze foreign direct investment (FDI)
A practical guide to Indonesia’s PT PMA investment rules, including the IDR 10 billion threshold, capital structuring, and expansion planning.
Avoid costly tax mistakes on software contracts in Vietnam. Learn how FCT applies and how to structure deals to protect margins.
Avoid delays and unnecessary costs when setting up a company in the Philippines. Learn what foreign investors must get right before investing.
Evaluate PEZA vs BOI incentives, tax exposure, and setup risks to choose the most cost-efficient structure for your Philippines investment.