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 to Legally Hire Over-Age Workers in China: A Practical Guide (Part I)
Hiring over-age workers in China can help address labor shortages, but it comes with legal complexities. This guide explains how HR and in-house counsel can structure compliant arrangements and manage risk under the new rules.
Hiring Over-Age Employees in China: Key Compliance Developments 2026
China’s new rules on over-age workers reshape hiring, contracts, and risk exposure—here’s what employers need to know now.
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.
IR56B Compliance in Hong Kong: How Employers Can Avoid IRD Follow-Ups
Hong Kong employers should review IR56B filings carefully to avoid IRD follow-ups, MPF mismatches, penalties, and payroll reporting errors. Learn key filing risks and prevention steps.
India Briefing
India’s DPDP Compliance Deadline Is Approaching: What Businesses Need to Do Before May 2027
India’s DPDP compliance timeline is now taking shape, with Consent Manager-related provisions set to take effect on November 14, 2026, followed by core obligations on consent, data security, breach reporting, vendor governance, and individual rights from May 14, 2027.
India-UK Vision 2035 Explained: US$100 Billion Trade Goals and Opportunities
India and the UK have launched the Vision 2035 roadmap, outlining a 10-year strategic partnership across trade, technology, defence, education, and climate. Building on the India-UK FTA, it sets clear goals for sustainable growth and innovation.
India-UK FTA: Strategic Insights for Textile Exporters and Importers
Learn how the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is reshaping textile trade. Explore tariff-free access, export data, compliance requirements, and strategic insights for Indian manufacturers and UK importers.
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
Nordic Manufacturing Investment in Vietnam: Opportunities in High-Value Production
Nordic manufacturing investment in Vietnam is rising as companies seek resilient supply chains, sustainable production, and access to Asia's growing markets.
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.
Vietnam's Critical Minerals Industry: Government Prioritizes Rare Earth Processing
Vietnam is repositioning its critical minerals industry from a resource-based sector toward a higher-value manufacturing ecosystem centered on processing, refining, and advanced materials production.
Complying with Vietnam’s Electronic Labor Contract Framework: Circular 08/2026
Navigate your compliance with Vietnam's electronic labor contract regime under Circular No. 08/2026/TT-BNV, which provides detailed guidance on Decree No. 337/2025/ND-CP.
ASEAN Briefing
How Singapore's Double Taxation Agreements Can Reduce Withholding Taxes on Cross-Border Investments
Singapore's tax treaty network may reduce withholding taxes on dividend, interest, and royalty payments, helping investors optimize holding company structures, financing arrangements, and intellectual property strategies across ASEAN.
Managing Regulatory Compliance During the First Year of Operations in Indonesia
Foreign investors operating in Indonesia face ongoing obligations involving KBLI classifications, OSS licensing, tax compliance, workforce regulations, and corporate governance during their first year of operations.
Understanding HGB Land Rights and Other Land Titles for Foreign Investors in Indonesia
Foreign investors evaluating land acquisitions and development projects in Indonesia should assess how HGB, Hak Milik, Hak Pakai, HGU, and HPL can affect ownership structures, due diligence requirements, financing options, and long-term investment planning.
VAT Compliance for Foreign Companies Operating Across Multiple Vietnamese Provinces
Foreign companies operating across multiple Vietnamese provinces may face different VAT obligations depending on their branch structure, manufacturing activities, project locations, and reporting arrangements.