Featured News
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
The Right Corporate Secretarial Provider in Hong Kong Does More Than Keep You Compliant
The right corporate secretarial provider in Hong Kong helps strengthen governance, protect directors from liability, and keep your company ready for fundraising and due diligence at every stage.
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.
Maximizing Tax Treaty Benefits Under the Hong Kong-China DTA
The Hong Kong-China DTA offers significant tax savings, but accessing treaty benefits requires careful planning, beneficial ownership, and proper documentation.
India Briefing
Appointing an Indian National as a Director of a Foreign Company: FEMA and Tax Considerations
Can an Indian resident serve as a foreign company director? Learn about the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) 1999, tax obligations, permanent establishment (PE), and place of effective management (POEM).
Appointment of Foreign Nationals as Company Directors in India: A Legal Checklist
Learn the key legal, tax, and visa requirements for appointing foreign nationals as directors in Indian companies under Indian corporate law.
What the Binny Bansal Tax Residency Ruling Means for HNIs Moving Abroad
The ITAT’s ruling on the Binny Bansal tax residency case highlights that global mobility without meaningful economic disengagement does not eliminate tax exposure. For founders and investors, substance and timing outweigh physical location or day-count management when seeking treaty benefits.
Tax Residency and PoEM in India: An Overview
We discuss the key aspects of tax residency and PoEM rules in India for businesses operating here to adhere to tax regulations and avoid unforseen tax liabilities.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Issues New Tax Registration Guidance for Branches and ROs of Foreign Companies
Vietnam's tax authorities issued guidance on new tax registration procedures for foreign branches and representative offices.
Vietnam Introduces Mandatory Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Rules for Enterprises
Vietnam's Decree 296/2026 introduces mandatory beneficial ownership identification and disclosure. Learn the new UBO criteria, reporting obligations, and compliance steps.
Factory Audit Services in Vietnam: What Foreign Buyers Should Know
Learn when to conduct a factory audit in Vietnam, what it should cover, common supplier risks, indicative costs, and how to choose the right audit provider.
ASEAN Briefing
Branch or Subsidiary in the Philippines: Which Structure Is More Tax Efficient?
Compare the tax implications of a branch and subsidiary in the Philippines, including profit repatriation, tax treaties, and investment incentives.
Investing in Vietnam's Renewable Energy Sector: A Market Entry Guide for Foreign Investors
Vietnam's renewable energy market is creating new opportunities for foreign investors across solar, wind, energy storage, infrastructure, and corporate power procurement.
Step-by-Step Company Registration Process in Thailand for Foreign Investors
Registering a company in Thailand requires the right ownership structure, incorporation process, tax registrations, and operating approvals.
Annual Reporting Obligations for Foreign-Owned Companies in the Philippines
Foreign-owned companies in the Philippines must meet annual financial reporting, SEC filing, and corporate tax obligations to maintain compliance.