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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 New Foreign Investment Action Plan: The Measures That Matter Most for FIEs
China’s 2026 action plan for foreign investment opens financial services, revises M&A rules, and eases data export controls. We outline the most important measures for FIEs and discuss how to act on them.
China’s 2026 Legislative Agenda: Which Laws Matter Most for Foreign Businesses?
Under the new agenda, China will introduce major reforms to procurement, trademarks, taxation, bankruptcy, and financial regulations. These changes, which aim to unify rules, tighten compliance, and reshape market access, could require foreign companies to reassess strategies and regulatory exposure.
Where to Invest in China in 2026 and Beyond: A Guide for Foreign Investors
A more selective FDI environment has increased the cost of misjudging location choice. For foreign investors, knowing where to invest in China is critical to achieving optimal outcomes.
Entering China: The Most Important Setup Decisions for Manufacturing Businesses
Early setup choices in China manufacturing shape operational flexibility for years. From entity structuring to tax and employment frameworks, getting these decisions right at the outset avoids costly constraints that are difficult, and sometimes impossible, to reverse.
India Briefing
Minimizing Contractual Risk in India: Essential Safeguards for Commercial Agreements
Learn how the Indian Contract Act, 1872, governs commercial contractual obligations in India, including contract formation, performance, breach, third-party agency, and business obligations.
Setting Up a Branch Office in India: Eligibility, Permitted Activities, and the New Regulatory Outlook
Planning an India entry strategy? Understand the 8-step process to set up a branch office in India. Compare the BO structure against subsidiaries and learn how RBI's new 2025 draft reforms may simplify your expansion.
Step-by-Step Guide to Entering the Indian Market for Australian Companies
Explore the key legal, tax, compliance, and strategic considerations for Australian companies entering India in 2026, including WOS setup, AI-ECTA benefits, concessional tax regimes, and state-level investment opportunities.
Protecting Your Brand in India: Trademark Registration and IP Strategy for Foreign Businesses
Learn how foreign companies can protect their brand in India through trademark registration, IP strategy, and enforcement mechanisms in one of the world’s fastest-growing consumer markets.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam's CIT Documentation Requirements: A Guide to Circular 20/2026
Learn how Vietnam's Circular 20/2026 changes CIT deductible expense documentation, key compliance requirements, and best practices.
Vietnam’s Wood Industry in 2026: Navigating Challenges and Seizing New Opportunities
Vietnam’s wood industry is a cornerstone of its export economy, consistently ranking among the top five contributors to national export earnings.
Resolution 10-NQ/TW: Vietnam's New Strategy for High-Quality FDI and Economic Transformation
Vietnam's Resolution 10-NQ/TW introduces a new FDI strategy focused on technology transfer, innovation, domestic linkages, and high-quality investment. Explore the key targets and policy breakthroughs through 2030.
Vietnam's New Personal Data Protection Rules - New Publication Out
'Vietnam's New Personal Data Protection Rules: Compliance, Governance, and Risk Management Guide' is out now and available for free download.
ASEAN Briefing
Choosing the Right Investment Structure to Maximize Corporate Tax Incentives in Vietnam
Evaluate how investment structures, project design, and location affect corporate tax incentive eligibility for foreign investors entering Vietnam.
Direct Share Transfers in Vietnam: Capital Gains Tax Rules
Foreign investors undertaking direct share transfers in Vietnam should assess tax treatment, transaction sequencing, and registration requirements.
Should Foreign Companies in Singapore Use a Nominee Director or Appoint a Resident Director?
Compare nominee and resident director arrangements in Singapore, including the legal, governance, and operational considerations that influence the most appropriate appointment for foreign companies.
When Business Expansion in Indonesia Triggers Additional Corporate Compliance Requirements
Business expansion in Indonesia can trigger new licensing, employment, tax, transfer pricing, and corporate compliance obligations that foreign investors should assess before implementing growth initiatives.