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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
Trust and Fiduciary Services in Hong Kong: What Foreign Investors Need to Know
Hong Kong offers a mature and regulated trust environment supported by modern trust legislation and a comprehensive licensing regime for trust and company service providers. This guide explains the legal framework, licensing requirements, tax considerations, and key due diligence steps foreign investors should consider when establishing a trust structure in Hong Kong.
MIIT’s Industrial Digital Transformation Blueprint: How China Plans to Upgrade Manufacturing by 2026
MIIT has released a detailed scenario‑based reference guide outlining how Chinese manufacturers should adopt digital technologies to enhance operational performance. The blueprint signals clearer expectations for how companies can align with China’s ongoing industrial transformation.
Why ERP Deployments in China Go Wrong – And How to Avoid It
ERP rollouts in China often fail when technical teams overlook data migration and compliance risks, leading to tax penalties and reporting delays. Here's what goes wrong, and how to fix it.
India Briefing
India-New Zealand FTA Rules Clarify Origin Status for Third-Country Shipments
Understand how rules of origin under the India-New Zealand FTA determine product eligibility for preferential tariffs, including product-specific criteria, qualifying value content (QVC), proof of origin, and customs compliance.
India-New Zealand FTA Set for 20 October 2026: What’s in It for NZ Businesses?
The India-New Zealand FTA, entering into force on 20 October 2026, opens new opportunities for NZ businesses. We explain key provisions on investment promotion, tariff concessions, Rules of Origin, services-sector access, etc.
Trade Misinvoicing Risk Prevention in India: Importer and Exporter Checklist
This importer-exporter checklist outlines the key customs, banking, tax, accounting, and documentation controls businesses should review to reduce trade misinvoicing risk in India.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Removed from EU Tax Blacklist: Implications for Businesses
The EU has removed Vietnam from its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions, citing progress in tax transparency reforms. While the move improves Vietnam's international tax standing, businesses should continue monitoring compliance and reporting obligations as the country remains under review in Annex II.
Vietnam’s Carbon Market: Compliance Lessons from the EU ETS
Vietnam’s carbon market is now operational. Learn how businesses should prepare for allowance shortfalls, emissions reporting, carbon credits, and EU CBAM exposure.
Vietnam Foreign Worker Penalties Under Decree 283
Vietnam’s Decree 283 takes effect on 10 September 2026, updating the penalty framework for foreign-worker violations. Employers should review work authorisations, assignments, notification duties, and document-return procedures.
ASEAN Briefing
What Is the Minimum Capital Required for a Foreign-Owned Company in the Philippines?
Foreign investors in the Philippines face different minimum capital requirements depending on ownership, business activities, and export status.
Filing Corporate Income Tax in Thailand: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Filing corporate income tax in Thailand involves a 20 percent tax rate, annual and half-year returns, filing deadlines, and penalties for non-compliance.
Can You Sell in the Philippines Without a Local Company?
Find out how foreign companies can sell goods and services in the Philippines without a local entity and the tax, customs, and regulatory requirements involved.
Building a Vietnam+1 Manufacturing Strategy with Cambodia
Build a Vietnam+1 manufacturing strategy with Cambodia by assessing production costs, supply chains, cross-border logistics, and rules of origin.