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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
What China's New ODI Rules Mean for Multinational Companies
Multinational companies should review China-related operations and strengthen compliance frameworks to address evolving ODI-linked risks in data, technology, and cross-border collaboration.
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
On March 23, 2026, the US Federal Communications Commission updated its Covered List to include foreign-made consumer routers, preventing new models from receiving FCC equipment authorization and thereby banning them from being imported or sold in the US.
How to Succeed in IP Litigation in China – Lessons from the Supreme Court’s Case Files
China's Supreme People's Court has published a set of typical IP cases, providing useful insight into how IP law is interpreted and how disputes are won and lost.
China Public Holiday Schedule 2026
In 2026, workers will be entitled to a total of 13 statutory holidays. The Dragon Boat Festival runs from June 19 to 21, providing three consecutive days off when combined with weekend rest days.
India Briefing
Who Will Face Income Tax Scrutiny in TY 2026–27? India's CBDT Rules Explained
CBDT’s compulsory scrutiny guidelines for tax year 2026-27 identify categories of income tax returns that the Income Tax Department will mandatorily examine in detail.
Income Tax Assessment in India (2025-26): Scrutiny Timelines & New Reassessment Rules
Gain a clear understanding of the transition to the Income-tax Act, 2025, including the revised tax assessment framework, scrutiny timelines, and reassessment provisions.
Jane Street’s India Tax Dispute Signals Rising Scrutiny of Cross-Border Investment Structures
US-based trading and investment firm Jane Street may invoke the India-Singapore Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) route to resolve its ongoing derivatives tax dispute. Learn what this means for cross-border investors.
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.
Vietnam Briefing
Thai Nguyen After Merger: Northern Vietnam’s Next Industrial Growth Hub
Thai Nguyen is a potential alternative for manufacturers, providing a viable option to the saturated industrial hubs in Northern Vietnam.
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.
Examining Vietnam’s First BESS Pricing Framework: Circular 62
Circular 62/2025/TT-BCT introduces Vietnam’s first official pricing framework for standalone, grid-connected BESS.
Managing Vietnamese Teams: Decoding Culture to Build Trust, Performance and Long-Term Engagement
For many leaders, the real challenge isn't market entry or strategy but understanding how to work effectively with Vietnamese teams.
ASEAN Briefing
Indonesia's KBLI 2025 Transition: Understanding the New Business Classification Framework
Indonesia will implement KBLI 2025 on June 15, 2026. Learn how the new business classification framework affects licensing applications, existing registrations, and new investments.
Tax Treatment of Royalties, Technology Transfers, and Intellectual Property Payments in Vietnam
Royalty and technology transfer arrangements can affect the cost of operating in Vietnam through withholding tax exposure, transfer pricing requirements, and intellectual property structuring decisions.
VAT Compliance for Foreign Companies Operating Across Multiple Vietnamese Provinces
Foreign companies operating across multiple Vietnamese provinces may face different VAT obligations depending on their branch structure, manufacturing activities, project locations, and reporting arrangements.
Director, Management, and Local Presence Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Malaysia
Foreign-owned companies in Malaysia must meet director, management, and local presence requirements. Find out how to structure your Malaysian operations effectively.