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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
Facing New Salary Benchmarks for Foreigner's Work Permits in China? Here’s How Employers Can Respond
China’s tightening enforcement of foreigner's work permit salary benchmarks is reshaping how employers hire and retain foreign talent. As salary thresholds increasingly determine eligibility, companies must rethink budgeting, permit strategies, and long‑term workforce planning.
Do I Need a License to Operate Online in China? A Guide for Foreign Companies
Before launching a website, mobile app, or digital platform in China, foreign companies face one fundamental question: do they need a license? In most cases, the answer is yes—and often more than one.
China's New Supply Chain Security Regulations: What Are the Risks to Foreign Companies?
China's new rules on industrial supply chain security could place foreign companies in the crosshairs of competing national laws, with potential consequences for those operating in the country.
China Public Holiday Schedule 2026
In 2026, workers will be entitled to a total of 13 statutory holidays. The Labour Day holiday runs from May 1 to May 5, providing five consecutive days off when combined with weekend rest days.
India Briefing
2026 HR Guide to Salary Structuring in India: The 50% Basic Pay Rule and PF Compliance
Restructure your payroll to align with India’s four new Labor Codes. Calculate the 50 percent wage threshold, standardize employee allowances, and ensure full statutory compliance for the 2026-27 fiscal year.
A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2026
We address frequently asked questions that foreign hiring managers may have about minimum wages in India. In 2026, several states and jurisdictions have revised their rates, with Uttar Pradesh among the latest to increase its minimum wage ceiling.
India’s Modern Gratuity Regime: Calculation, Taxation, and Statutory Compliance
Understand gratuity in India for FY 2026–27, including eligibility, calculation under the Code on Wages, and tax treatment under the Income-tax Act, 2025 and Rules, 2026, with exemptions and relief provisions.
India Overtime Regulations under OSH Code 2020: What Employers Must Know
Understand India’s overtime regulations under the Occupational Safety, Health, and Working Conditions (OSHWC) Code 2020, covering legal mandates for double wages, updated work hour rules, and state-specific overtime guidelines.
Vietnam Briefing
Mapping Adidas’ Supply Chain in Vietnam: Clusters, Logistics, and Labor Dynamics
Over the last decade or so Adidas has greatly increased its presence in Vietnam. Here’s where they're located and why they’re there.
Corporate Restructuring Amid Global Turbulence: How Vietnam Businesses Are Adapting
Vietnamese businesses are increasingly turning to corporate restructuring to navigate global turbulence, including rising tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and cost pressures.
Vietnam’s Labor Market in 2026: Hiring Hotspots and Talent Shifts
Vietnam’s labor market enters 2026 with stronger headline momentum but a more selective hiring environment.
Decree 29/2026: Vietnam Operationalizes its First Carbon Trading Market
Vietnam launched its first carbon trading exchange, establishing an operational framework and piloting GHG quota allocation for 2025–2026.
ASEAN Briefing
Choosing Between BOI and Non-BOI Companies in Thailand for Foreign Investors
Understand whether a BOI or non-BOI company in Thailand makes financial sense based on tax benefits, ownership control, setup timelines, and compliance requirements.
Foreign Business License in Thailand — Do You Need One?
Foreign investors must know when a Foreign Business License in Thailand is required, key exemptions, capital rules, and compliance steps.
VAT on Cross-Border Digital and Service Transactions in Vietnam: What Foreign Businesses Must Get Right
Foreign businesses face VAT exposure from the first transaction in Vietnam. Explore key risks, pricing implications, and structuring considerations.
Branch vs Subsidiary in Vietnam: Corporate Income Tax Impact
Planning entry into Vietnam? Understand how corporate tax shapes profit allocation, repatriation, and risk when choosing your structure.