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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
China CIT Filing 2026: Fix Salary Deduction Errors Before May 31
Salary and employee welfare expenses are closely reviewed in China’s annual CIT filing. This practical guide helps employers identify and correct common salary deduction errors before the May 31 deadline.
EU CBAM 2026: What It Means for China‑Based Manufacturing
As the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism enters its definitive phase, China-based heavy industry faces a permanently altered cost landscape, one where carbon intensity is now a priced factor of competitiveness, not an externality.
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.
Do I Need a License to Operate Online in China? A Guide for Foreign Companies
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.
India Briefing
When Does India's DPDP Law Begin Full Enforcement? 2026-2027 Timeline Explained
Track India's DPDP timeline for 2026-27, including key compliance deadlines, consent manager rollout, SDF audit requirements, legacy data obligations, and the transition to full enforcement under India’s DPDP Rules, 2025.
Understanding India’s DPDP Consent Management Rules for Businesses
India released its Consent Management System (CMS) guidelines on June 6, 2025 via the Business Requirements Document (BRD), offering technical direction under the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.
Flipkart’s Dark Pattern Self-Audit: What it Means for Businesses in India
Flipkart’s dark patterns self-audit shows how India’s new CCPA guidelines are reshaping e-commerce. Learn the compliance lessons for your business.
Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026: 10 Things Businesses Need to Know
Explore 10 key highlights of India’s Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, including IFSC reforms, CSR changes, audit rules, and compliance updates.
Vietnam Briefing
How to Start Manufacturing in Vietnam: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to start manufacturing in Vietnam in 2026. This guide covers crucial information on how to set up a unit, costs involved, tax incentives, industrial zones, and compliance requirements for foreign investors.
Vietnam Tightens Oversight of Multi-Level Marketing with New Decree
Effective July 1, 2026, Vietnam's Decree 137/2026 aims to curb harmful practices in multi-level marketing activities and foster a more transparent industry.
Vietnam’s New Government Leadership: What It Means for Business and Economic Policy
Vietnam's new government, led by Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, signals policy continuity and accelerates economic reform.
Vietnam’s Wood Industry in 2026: Navigating Challenges and Seizing New Opportunities
Vietnam’s wood industry is a cornerstone of its export economy, consistently ranking among the top five contributors to national export earnings.
ASEAN Briefing
How Export Businesses Can Claim and Recover VAT Refunds in Vietnam
Export businesses in Vietnam can recover input VAT on qualifying exports, but refund timing, supplier verification, and documentation consistency can materially affect liquidity and manufacturing operations.
How Tax Exposure Expands as Foreign Branch Operations Grow in Malaysia
Learn how expanding operations can increase tax exposure, withholding obligations, transfer pricing scrutiny, and reporting complexity for foreign branch offices in Malaysia.
Expanding Across ASEAN: Market Entry and Regional Structuring Strategies for Australian Firms
Expanding into ASEAN? This guide explains how Australian firms can structure regional operations, select priority markets, and manage multi-country expansion across Southeast Asia.
Cambodia Work Permits for Foreign Directors: Structuring Around Quotas, Tax Exposure, and Enforcement Risk
Foreign directors in Cambodia may require work permits even when based offshore. See how quota, tax, and registration rules affect investor structures.