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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 Tightens Contract Food Manufacturing Rules: What Foreign Companies Need to Know
New rules taking effect on December 1, 2026 make brand owners jointly responsible for the safety of food produced under contract in China. We outline what existing companies and new market entrants need to do to comply.
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.
China Strengthens Trademark Enforcement: What the 2026 Amendment Means for Businesses
The new amendment strengthens mechanisms for brand protection for rights holders while introducing new compliance obligations that businesses must address ahead of the January 2027 implementation date.
China's Maternity and Baby Market (Part I): Demographics, Policy, and Market Structure
China's maternity and baby market is shifting from volume to value. In Part I of this two-part series, we cover the demographics, policy landscape, and market structure foreign brands and investors need to understand before entering.
India Briefing
Setting Up a Representative Office in India: RBI Approval, Eligibility & Compliance
Foreign companies can use a representative office to explore India's market before investing. Learn the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) setup process, eligibility, permitted activities, and compliance requirements.
Labor Compliance Calendar for Liaison Offices in India (FY 2026–27)
Liaison Offices (LOs) in India must follow the FY 2026-27 compliance calendar covering labor codes and the new income tax framework. Key requirements include RBI/FEMA reporting, quarterly TDS filings, and state-specific Shops & Establishments Act.
FEMA Non-Debt Instruments (Third Amendment) Rules 2026: Foreign Individuals Can Now Invest in Indian Listed Securities
India has expanded Schedule III investment eligibility under the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-Debt Instruments) Rules, 2019. Learn how the 2026 amendments affect foreign investors, listed companies, banks, and compliance teams.
India’s New Insurance FDI Framework Takes Effect from February 5, 2026
India’s liberalized insurance foreign direct investment (FDI) regime is now operational, allowing up to 100 percent foreign ownership from February 5, 2026, under the amended insurance laws.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Immigration: Permanent Residence Eligibility and Application Guide
Vietnam's immigration regime does not grant permanent residence based on length of stay. Instead, eligibility is limited to four statutory categories.
From July 1, Here Are the 10 Tax Practices Prohibited in Vietnam
Learn the 10 prohibited tax practices in Vietnam from July 1, 2026, recent enforcement actions, and compliance tips for businesses.
As Vietnam Tightens Import Controls, Importer of Record Services Gain Importance
Importer of Record (IOR) services enable foreign businesses to import goods into Vietnam without a local entity by handling customs, permits, duties, taxes, and compliance.
Thai Investment in Vietnam: Key Investors, Growth Sectors, and Market Entry Strategies in 2026
Thailand is Vietnam’s second-largest ASEAN investor, with US$15.4 billion in registered capital. Explore leading Thai investors, priority sectors, market entry strategies, and opportunities for businesses entering Vietnam in 2026.
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.