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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
Positioning for Growth: Navigating China’s Biomanufacturing Industry
China is accelerating the build‑out of its biomanufacturing ecosystem, creating expanding opportunities across upstream, mid‑stream, and downstream segments. Companies that focus on key clusters and proactively manage compliance will be best positioned to benefit.
An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2026 - New Publication Out
Doing Business in China 2026 is out now and available for free download! It is designed to guide new and established investors in China with updated policy changes.
CEWC 2025: China Emphasizes Boosting Domestic Consumption, Proactive Fiscal Policy in 2026
China’s 2025 Central Economic Work Conference sets a cautious yet targeted economic agenda for 2026, emphasizing proactive fiscal policy, modest monetary easing, and efforts to boost domestic consumption and strategic investment.
China Cuts Import Tariffs to Support High-Tech, Healthcare in 2026 Schedule
The 2026 tariff schedule seeks to support development of key industries while upholding commitments under China's free trade agreements.
India Briefing
Company Director KYC Simplified: India Moves to Three-Year Filing from March 31, 2026
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has streamlined director KYC requirements under the Companies Act, 2013, replacing annual filings with a three-yearly KYC cycle. The latest regulatory norms will come into effect from March 31, 2026.
Inside India's US$26 Billion Mergers & Acquisitions—and Why 2026 Could be Bigger
India’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market recorded approximately US$26 billion in transactions in 2025, driven by domestic consolidation, selective foreign inflows, and improving regulatory clarity. These reforms have set the foundation for stronger, more strategic M&A deals in 2026.
India–New Zealand FTA: Business, Trade & Market Access FAQs for Exporters and Investors
This article explains how the India–New Zealand FTA affects tariffs, sector-wise exports, services trade, investment flows, visas, and regulatory compliance for businesses operating between India and New Zealand.
What is India’s FDI Outlook for 2026? Key Policy Changes, Sectors, and Trade Deals
India remains an attractive FDI destination in 2026 due to sector-specific liberalization, expanding free trade agreements, strong services and manufacturing inflows, and improved market access frameworks for foreign investors.
Vietnam Briefing
New National Center Backs Vietnam’s Semiconductor Push
Vietnam enhances its backing for the semiconductor industry by launching the Vietnam National Multi-Project Wafer Coordination Center.
Vietnam Standard Industrial Classification Updated for Administrative Purposes
The 2025 Vietnam Standard Industrial Classification (VSIC) underpins official statistics, business registration, and administrative databases in the country.
Understanding Vietnam’s Middle Class in 2025: Size, Spending Patterns, and Opportunities for Businesses
Vietnam aims to achieve upper-middle-income status by 2035, with its middle class projected to reach 26 percent of the population by 2026.
Vietnam’s Tourism Industry: Growth Trajectory, Policies, and Opportunities
Vietnam's tourism sector grows with record arrivals, eco-tourism, digital visas, and increased foreign investment.
ASEAN Briefing
How Foreign-Owned Companies Can Use Loss Carryforwards and Group Relief in Malaysia
Foreign investors evaluating Malaysia should understand how loss carryforwards and group relief affect structuring, cash flow, and returns.
Banking, Account Opening, And Source-Of-Funds Scrutiny in Singapore
Singapore’s bank account opening framework reflects a risk-based approach to source of funds scrutiny, approval discretion, and onboarding timelines for foreign investors.
Enforcing Commercial Contracts in the Philippines: An Investor Enforcement Perspective
See how contract enforcement works in the Philippines and what you must structure to protect your investment and recovery rights.
How Branch Profit Remittance Tax Applies to Foreign Entities in Vietnam
Vietnam does not impose a branch profit remittance tax and instead applies corporate income tax and profit remittance rules.