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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
Business Licensing Requirements in Hong Kong: A Sector-by-Sector Overview
Learn which business licences are required in Hong Kong across key sectors, including financial services, restaurants, travel agencies, real estate, recruitment, healthcare, and import-export businesses.
Setting Up an Open-Ended Fund Company (OFC) in Hong Kong
Hong Kong's OFC regime has grown rapidly as fund managers seek a flexible, Hong Kong-domiciled investment vehicle. Explore OFC registration requirements, tax advantages, grant funding, and re-domiciliation options.
Hong Kong Profits Tax Filing Guide 2026: Deadlines, Requirements and Preparation
This Hong Kong Profits Tax Filing Guide 2026 explains who must file, key deadlines under the Block Extension Scheme, mandatory e-filing requirements, provisional tax obligations, and the penalties businesses may face for non-compliance.
India Briefing
Who Needs to File Form 26 in India? Tax Audit Rules, Thresholds and New Reporting Areas
India’s Income Tax Act 2025 introduces Form 26 as the new consolidated tax audit report, replacing Forms 3CD, 3CA, and 3CB. The new framework restructures tax audit reporting, expands data-related disclosures, and changes how businesses prepare for tax audit.
India Income Tax Compliance: October 2026 Deadlines for Businesses & Investors
The October 2026 income tax compliance calendar outlines key filing, payment, and reporting obligations for businesses, investors, and financial entities in India, including TDS/TCS, return of income, transfer pricing, etc.
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.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam’s New Framework for Preventing and Resolving International Investment Disputes
Vietnam’s Decree 323/2026/ND-CP implements new procedures for preventing and managing international investment disputes. Learn how complaint timelines, government commitments and dispute coordination affect foreign investors.
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 Implements the Apostille Convention: What Businesses Need to Know
Vietnam’s Decree 293/2026 introduces apostille certification from 11 September 2026. Learn the process, eligible documents, and business implications.
ASEAN Briefing
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.
Can a Foreign Director Manage a Singapore Company from Overseas?
Foreign directors can manage Singapore companies overseas, but tax residency, board decisions, and director taxation require careful planning.
How Are Dividends Paid to Foreign Shareholders Taxed in the Philippines?
Foreign shareholders receiving dividends from Philippine companies may face different withholding tax rates depending on their status, tax treaty eligibility, and tax-sparing relief.