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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-UK Relations Turn New Page with Raft of Deals Following Starmer Visit
Agreements reached during the Prime Minister's visit to China are modest, but the trip marks a pivotal moment in warming UK-China ties.
China and Canada Ease Tensions with Signing of Preliminary Trade Deal
China and Canada have reached a preliminary trade roadmap aimed at easing years of tensions. The China-Canada trade deal adjusts tariffs on EVs and agricultural goods while reopening dialogue on broader economic cooperation.
China’s FDI in 2025: A Year of Recalibration
China’s 2025 FDI performance reveals a clear divergence between capital inflows and market entry activity. While utilized FDI declined, services, manufacturing upgrading, and high‑tech industries continued to attract sustained foreign interest.
Why China is Still the Top Manufacturing Destination in Asia
China retains its position as Asia’s top manufacturing destination in 2026, supported by world-class infrastructure, innovation capability, and policy reforms. While challenges exist, China's scale and technological depth anchor its position.
India Briefing
India’s Orange Economy: Creative Industries Outlook After Budget 2026
As of 2026, India’s orange economy is emerging as a high-growth services opportunity, spanning media, live concerts, AVGC, and creative industries, supported by policy reform.
What the Binny Bansal Tax Residency Ruling Means for HNIs Moving Abroad
The ITAT’s ruling on the Binny Bansal tax residency case highlights that global mobility without meaningful economic disengagement does not eliminate tax exposure. For founders and investors, substance and timing outweigh physical location or day-count management when seeking treaty benefits.
Luxury Cars Take the Fast Lane: How European Carmakers Stand to Gain from the India-EU FTA
The India-EU FTA, announced on January 27, 2026, could significantly reshape India’s luxury car market through steep, quota-linked tariff cuts. The deal offers European carmakers better access to India’s premium segment while preserving protections for mass-market domestic manufacturers.
How to Start a Company in India: A Practical, Compliance-First Guide
A practical, step-by-step guide to starting a company in India, covering legal structures, FDI rules, tax registrations, GST, labor laws, and key government approvals.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam’s Regulatory Updates in February 2026: New Customs, Administrative, and Enforcement Rules
Vietnam will implement a range of new regulatory updates covering customs, administrative, monetary, and sector-specific regulations from February 2026.
Vietnam’s Seafood Exports: Growth Drivers, Market Shifts, and 2026 Outlook
Vietnam’s seafood exports delivered a notably upbeat performance in 2025, even as exporters navigated uneven global demand, stricter technical barriers, and rising trade-policy risk.
Dezan Shira & Associates Releases Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 Amid Intensifying Competition
The Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 highlights intensifying competition as Asian economies vie for manufacturing leadership.
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.
ASEAN Briefing
VAT Registration and Ongoing Compliance Considerations in Vietnam
A practical look at Vietnam VAT registration, invoicing, filings, and cash flow exposure for foreign companies evaluating market entry.
Common Structuring Gaps That Delay Banking or Activation in Singapore
Foreign investors in Singapore face banking and activation delays from ownership, governance, funding, and payment structuring gaps.
How to Reduce Withholding Tax on Cross-Border Payments in the Philippines
Foreign companies operating in the Philippines must manage withholding tax risks through proper documentation, treaty compliance, and structured advisory support.
Sector Screening for Indonesia Market Entry: A Business Intelligence Framework for Foreign Investors
Foreign investors entering Indonesia must use business intelligence to validate sector viability before committing capital.