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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’s GDP Expands 4.7% in H1 2026: How to Read It
China's economy grew 4.7% in H1 2026. Explore key trends in GDP, manufacturing, consumption, trade, and opportunities for foreign investors.
Managing Labour Risks in China: Workforce Structuring Strategies for 2026 and Beyond
Labour risk management in China is not just about compliance checklists but a matter of workforce design. This article walks foreign investors through how labour risk builds up across the employee lifecycle, compares direct hiring, outsourcing, and Employer of Record (EOR) models, and outlines how to build a compliance framework that holds up under scrutiny.
China Clarifies Medical Device Classification for Brain-Computer Interfaces: A Guide for Foreign Investors
NMPA's new guideline sorts BCI devices into concrete risk classes and registration pathways, turning what used to be a regulatory guessing game into a roadmap foreign investors can actually plan around. Find out which devices get the fast-track Class II route, which face the full Class III gauntlet, and what it all means for your China market entry strategy.
India Briefing
Setting Up in India? Why Data Centre Colocation Should Be Part of Your Strategy
Data centre colocation in India provides foreign tech companies and multinational corporations with scalable infrastructure alongside tax benefits, connectivity, security, and flexible capacity options.
Gujarat Data Center Policy 2026-29: Capital Subsidies, Power Tariffs & Tax Incentives
Gujarat Data Center Policy 2026-2029, in effect since July 9, 2026, positions the state as the next hyperscale data center hub. The policy offers long-term tax, power, and infrastructure incentives for large-scale digital infrastructure investments.
India's Union Budget 2026-27: Industrial Growth, Infrastructure Spending, Tax Reforms, and What Global Investors Need to Know
India’s Union Budget 2026–27 outlines major manufacturing incentives, infrastructure capex, tax simplification, and investor facilitation. Key takeaways for global investors.
Investing in the AI Supercycle: Why Data Center Cooling is India's Next Growth Frontier
India's data center installed capacity is projected to reach 4.5-6.5 GW by 2030. Explore how rising AI workloads are driving a shift toward energy-efficient, sustainable data center cooling solutions to manage power costs and environmental risks.
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
Indonesia Representative Offices: What They Can and Cannot Do
Indonesia permits several types of foreign representative offices, each with specific rules on commercial activities, trade representation, and construction services.
Withholding Tax on Service Fees, Royalties, and Interest in Vietnam
Vietnam applies different withholding tax rates to service fees, royalties, and interest paid overseas. See how FCT affects cross-border payments.
Branch or Subsidiary in the Philippines: Which Structure Is More Tax Efficient?
Compare the tax implications of a branch and subsidiary in the Philippines, including profit repatriation, tax treaties, and investment incentives.
How Location Affects Tax Incentives for Investments in the Philippines
Investment location can affect tax incentives in the Philippines, including income tax holidays, VAT, customs duties, and local tax treatment.