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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
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.
EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline
Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
Where to Invest in China’s Biopharma Boom: Mapping the Big Three Clusters in 2026
China now generates close to a third of the world’s innovative-drug pipeline, and foreign multinationals are committing billions to specific addresses. We map where the capital is going, and why each of China’s three anchor life sciences clusters suits a different kind of investor.
India Briefing
Bookkeeping in India: Compliance Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies
Foreign-owned companies operating in India must meet a range of bookkeeping and accounting requirements covering statutory records, tax and GST accounting, intercompany transactions, and payroll compliance.
GST Refund and Input Tax Credit in India: Complete Guide for Foreign Businesses
Claiming a GST refund and input tax credit can reduce tax costs and improve cash flow. Find out when foreign businesses can claim them and how to file claims in India.
Rethinking Payroll Under India's Income Tax Rules 2026: Employer Accountability in Salary and TDS
Ensure your payroll is compliant with India’s Income Tax Rules, 2026, effective April 1. Learn more about new TDS norms, HRA documentation, and perquisite valuation under the Income-tax Act, 2025.
Bank Account Freeze Under GST: Legal Remedies and Business Continuity Steps
Understand when and why Goods and Services Tax (GST) authorities freeze bank accounts, the legal process under Section 83 of the CGST Act, 2017, and how companies can manage risks and respond effectively.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam’s VAT Refund: Expanded Eligibility and Stricter Compliance Rules
Explore Vietnam's regulations on VAT refund eligibility for investment and export-focused companies, as well as the strict compliance rules.
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.
Vietnam Revises High-Tech Park Rules: What Investors Need to Know
Decree 260/2026 introduces stricter requirements, expanded incentives and new compliance rules for investors in Vietnam's high-tech parks.
ASEAN Briefing
How Do Companies Register Their Books of Accounts with the BIR in the Philippines?
Companies in the Philippines must register their books of accounts with the BIR. This article covers manual, loose-leaf, and computerized books.
Should Investors Use Nominee Structures or Direct Shareholding in the Philippines?
Compare nominee structures and direct shareholding in the Philippines, including foreign ownership limits, Anti-Dummy Law risks, and beneficial ownership rules.
How Indonesia’s VAT Reverse-Charge Mechanism Works
Indonesia’s VAT reverse-charge rules can apply to overseas services and intangible goods used by Indonesian companies, including intra-group transactions.
Should Foreign Investors Use Labuan for Holding Structures in Malaysia?
Assess whether a Labuan or ordinary Malaysian holding company offers the stronger structure for your investments, tax position, and regional operations.