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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
Appointing a Foreign Legal Representative in China: A Practical Guide for Investors
Appointing a foreign legal representative in China? See the legal duties, immigration and tax steps, and governance controls that keep the role compliant.
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.
China Proposes New PI Registration and Oversight Rules for Large Companies
China's cybersecurity regulator has proposed draft rules requiring large-scale personal information processors to register with the CAC, meet new data centre localisation standards, and establish an independent oversight committee. Here's what the changes could mean for affected companies.
India Briefing
Tamil Nadu’s Automobile Industry: Investment Opportunities, Exports, and Manufacturing
Tamil Nadu is a major automotive manufacturing hub in India, with established vehicle and component suppliers, export infrastructure and EV production. Learn about its manufacturing clusters, investment incentives and key considerations for businesses.
Investing in South India: Comparing States, Sectors, and Opportunities for Foreign Firms
This article compares South India’s five principal investment destinations, examining their economic strengths, infrastructure, incentives, industry clusters, and suitability for different multinational operating models.
India Targets Manufacturing Speed with Plug-and-Play Industrial Park Drive
Evaluate India's leading plug-and-play industrial parks across Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh. Compare incentives, sector strengths, and market-entry advantages.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Removed from EU Tax Blacklist: Implications for Businesses
The EU has removed Vietnam from its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions, citing progress in tax transparency reforms. While the move improves Vietnam's international tax standing, businesses should continue monitoring compliance and reporting obligations as the country remains under review in Annex II.
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 Foreign Worker Penalties Under Decree 283
Vietnam’s Decree 283 takes effect on 10 September 2026, updating the penalty framework for foreign-worker violations. Employers should review work authorisations, assignments, notification duties, and document-return procedures.
ASEAN Briefing
What Is the Minimum Capital Required for a Foreign-Owned Company in the Philippines?
Foreign investors in the Philippines face different minimum capital requirements depending on ownership, business activities, and export status.
Filing Corporate Income Tax in Thailand: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Filing corporate income tax in Thailand involves a 20 percent tax rate, annual and half-year returns, filing deadlines, and penalties for non-compliance.
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.