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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.
Before launching a website, mobile app, or digital platform in China, foreign companies face one fundamental question: do they need a license? In most cases, the answer is yes—and often more than one.
The IRD issued 270,000 Profits Tax Returns April 1, 2026, marking a landmark shift to mandatory digital filing. This guide covers who must e-file, key deadlines, iXBRL requirements, and practical steps to ensure compliance.
Shanghai has launched China’s first fully online foreign‑invested enterprise registration using cross‑border digital identity authentication, marking a major step in reducing administrative barriers for overseas investors.
Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for March 2026 has now been updated.
Liaison Offices (LOs) in India must follow the FY 2026-27 compliance calendar covering labor codes and the new income tax framework. Key requirements include RBI/FEMA reporting, quarterly TDS filings, and state-specific Shops & Establishments Act.
A comprehensive guide to India’s new TDS regime in FY 2026-27 for businesses and foreign investors. Learn about withholding tax on debt, capital gains, and technical services under the Income-tax Act, 2025.
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.
India’s Social Security Code 2020 expands EPF and ESIC coverage and extends social protection to gig & platform workers. For employers and investors, this is a major compliance reset with simplified processes, lower penalties, and a digital-first regulatory environment.
As Vietnam’s digital economy expands, tax authorities are strengthening oversight of income generated through foreign e-commerce platforms.
Vietnam's new government, led by Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, signals policy continuity and accelerates economic reform.
Vietnam's government has confirmed that there will be no policy to swap working days to extend public holidays in April 2026.
Circular 62/2025/TT-BCT introduces Vietnam’s first official pricing framework for standalone, grid-connected BESS.
Understand whether a BOI or non-BOI company in Thailand makes financial sense based on tax benefits, ownership control, setup timelines, and compliance requirements.
Foreign investors must know when a Foreign Business License in Thailand is required, key exemptions, capital rules, and compliance steps.
Foreign businesses face VAT exposure from the first transaction in Vietnam. Explore key risks, pricing implications, and structuring considerations.
Planning entry into Vietnam? Understand how corporate tax shapes profit allocation, repatriation, and risk when choosing your structure.