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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
Hong Kong’s Evolving Double Tax Agreement (DTA) Network 2026
Hong Kong’s double tax agreement network has reached a new milestone, with fresh treaties and active negotiations shaping the 2026 outlook. Understanding how Hong Kong’s DTAs work is essential for investors and multinationals planning cross-border operations.
Discover Opportunities with the Shenzhen-Hong Kong 72-Hour Experience Pass
Explore the Shenzhen-Hong Kong 72-Hour Experience Pass: a program for global talent to discover careers, innovation, and opportunities in the GBA.
New Guide for Cross-Border Personal Data Transfers in the GBA: A Roadmap for Compliance and Security
The Technical Committee for Information Security Technology (TC260) has released a new guide to standardize cross-border personal data transfers between the Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). This guide introduces enhanced security standards and mutual recognition mechanisms, aiming to facilitate smoother data flows while ensuring robust protection of personal information.
The Greater Bay Area IIT Subsidy for 2026 Kickstarts in Shenzhen
Shenzhen has opened applications for the 2026 GBA IIT subsidy program. High-end foreign talent have until March 31 to apply for a rebate on the portion of IIT paid in excess of 15 percent of their taxable income.
India Briefing
India Unveils Draft Income Tax Rules, 2026 Ahead of April 1 Rollout
India’s tax administration has released the draft Income Tax Rules, 2026. The proposal streamlines the compliance framework, reducing it to 333 rules and 190 statutory forms. Public consultation remains open until February 22, 2026.
India's New Income Tax Act, 2025 Notified: Key Changes and Implementation Timeline
India has formally notified the Income Tax Act, 2025, marking a major overhaul of the country’s direct tax regime. Scheduled to take effect from April 1, 2026, the new law replaces the Income-tax Act of 1961.
PAN vs TAN in India: Applicability, Forms, and Compliance for Foreign Companies
Understand PAN and TAN requirements in India for foreign companies and investors. Learn applicability, Forms 49A/49AA/49B, and common compliance mistakes.
India's Union Budget 2026-27: Industrial Growth, Infrastructure Spending, Tax Reforms, and What Global Investors Need to Know
India’s Union Budget 2026–27 outlines major manufacturing incentives, infrastructure capex, tax simplification, and investor facilitation. Key takeaways for global investors.
Vietnam Briefing
Resolution 79: What Vietnam’s SOE Strategy Means for Private Businesses
Vietnam’s Resolution 79 positions state-owned enterprises as strategic anchors, reshaping opportunities for private-sector growth.
Certificate of Origin in Vietnam: A Brief Guide on C/O Application
This article examines the various C/O types, their application processes, and the specific forms associated with different trade agreements to help businesses adopt the best C/O application methods.
Exploring the Vietnam International Financial Center: Part 2 – Legal Framework, Dispute Resolution, and Judicial Mechanisms
An overview of the Vietnam IFC legal framework, including Resolution 222, the application of foreign law, arbitration options, and dispute resolution mechanisms for cross-border investors.
Vietnam’s Seafood Exports: Growth Drivers, Market Shifts, and 2026 Outlook
Vietnam’s seafood exports delivered a notably upbeat performance in 2025, even as exporters navigated uneven global demand, stricter technical barriers, and rising trade-policy risk.
ASEAN Briefing
How Singapore’s Pte Ltd Structure Supports 100% Foreign Ownership
Assess how Singapore’s Pte Ltd structure supports 100% foreign ownership, governance control, tax treatment, and exit feasibility for investors.
Navigating Thailand’s Competition Law and Merger Approval Regime for Foreign Businesses
Understand Thailand’s merger control thresholds, approval timelines, and how competition law impacts foreign acquisitions and deal execution.
VAT Registration and Ongoing Compliance Considerations in Vietnam
A practical look at Vietnam VAT registration, invoicing, filings, and cash flow exposure for foreign companies evaluating market entry.
Understanding Capital Gains Treatment for Share and Asset Transfers in the Philippines
Share vs asset transfers in the Philippines: capital gains, VAT, and corporate tax risks foreign investors must model before exiting.