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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
Bookkeeping Services in Hong Kong – Which Companies Need a Provider?
Hong Kong companies must keep detailed financial records for seven years and meet strict bookkeeping standards to stay compliant and audit ready. This guide covers what records to maintain, how to keep them, and when outsourcing to a bookkeeping provider makes sense for your business.
Non-Compete Agreements in China: A Guide for Foreign Employers
Non-compete agreements in China only bind certain employees and must meet strict tests on eligibility, compensation, and proportionality. This guide explains what foreign employers must do to keep their clauses enforceable, and what to check in their contracts.
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
India Manufacturing Tracker 2026
India Manufacturing Tracker 2026 brings you real-time updates on industry performance, manufacturing activity, PMI data, CAPEX spending, and policy support.
Preparing Your Manufacturing Business for ESG Compliance in India
Manufacturers in India must align with evolving ESG requirements to strengthen compliance, meet BRSR obligations, satisfy customer due diligence, and attract investment.
India FDI Report FY 2025-26: Sustained Capital Inflows Amid Global Reallocations
India's FY 2025-26 FDI inflows grew 18 per cent amid global uncertainty. Learn which sectors, states, and policy reforms are strengthening India's appeal as a global investment destination.
Investing in Sriperumbudur: Tamil Nadu's High-Value Manufacturing Corridor
Sriperumbudur in Tamil Nadu is one of India’s most strategic high-value corridors, propelled by electronics production and a strong global OEM presence, including Foxconn. The region offers a scalable and de-risked platform for investment in India through 2026.
Vietnam Briefing
Singapore as an Expansion Gateway for Strategic Industries
Explore how manufacturers, technology firms, healthcare companies, consumer brands, and supply-chain operators can use Singapore to support expansion into Vietnam and Southeast Asia.
Vietnam’s International Financial Centre: Tax Incentives and Regulatory Advantages
Vietnam’s International Financial Centre (IFC) offers preferential tax rates, flexible foreign-exchange arrangements, regulatory sandboxes and specialised mechanisms for financial institutions and investors.
Common Accounting and Tax Risks Related to Inventory in Vietnam
Explore the key accounting and tax risks of inventory management in Vietnam, including stock discrepancies, WIP valuation, obsolete inventory, VAT, CIT, and warehouse controls.
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.