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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
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’s FDI in 2025: What the First 10 Months Reveal
China’s FDI in the first 10 months of 2025 reflects a mixed picture: declining inflows but rising new market entries. Behind the numbers lies a structural shift toward high-tech, services, and green growth.
Is China’s Economy Slowing or Quietly Stabilizing? A Look at October 2025
China's economy in October 2025 posted weaker growth across key sectors. However, rising service consumption and better household sentiment offer some stability.
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan Recommendations - Key Takeaways for Foreign Businesses
China’s next five-year policy blueprint focuses on industrial upgrading and technological development, signaling new opportunities but stronger competition from domestic industries.
India Briefing
Managing AI Slop: Why Due Diligence is Essential for Businesses Using Generative AI
Generative AI can produce convincing but false outputs. We explain why due diligence, verification, and governance are critical to managing AI slop.
India Expands Small Company Definition, Easing Compliance for Businesses
India has increased the financial thresholds for classifying a small company under the Companies Act, 2013, reducing compliance burdens for expanding businesses and widening access to simplified reporting and audit exemptions for companies.
India Opens PLI Applications for Bulk Drug Manufacturing till December 26, 2025
India has launched a fresh round of production-linked incentive (PLI) applications for essential APIs such as meropenem and ritonavir to boost bulk drug manufacturing capacity. Eligible companies can apply from November 27 to December 26, 2025.
Forensic Accounting in India: Fraud Prevention and Risk Management for Businesses
Discover how forensic accounting can protect businesses from financial and cyber risks, strengthen governance, and support strategic due diligence in India.
Vietnam Briefing
Major Legislative Overhaul: Key Laws and Resolutions from Vietnam NA's 10th Session
Examine the key changes to laws and resolutions that could significantly impact businesses from the 10th session of Vietnam’s National Assembly.
Vietnam’s New Logistics Service Strategy: Market Reality and Investment Opportunities
Vietnam is accelerating the development of logistics services with a new national strategy to modernize infrastructure, increase efficiency, and boost competitiveness in global trade.
US–Vietnam Trade Trends 2025: Top Ports, States, and Sectors
US–Vietnam trade continues to grow, with key states leading most of the activity. Vietnam depends on US exports for production inputs, forming an integrated trade network supported by major transport hubs.
Vietnam’s Property Tax Regime in 2025: Agricultural Land Use Tax Exempted Through End-2030
Understand how Vietnam's property tax regime impacts the country's real estate market, supporting infrastructure, and investment decisions.
ASEAN Briefing
How Business Intelligence Prevents Partnership Disputes in Malaysian Joint Ventures
Explore how business intelligence helps foreign investors prevent partnership disputes in Malaysian joint ventures shaped by family control.
Understanding Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Cambodia
Foreign investors must understand Cambodia’s minimum and paid-up capital rules because practical banking and tax requirements exceed the legal minimum.
How To Amend KBLI Codes When Expanding into New Business Lines in Indonesia
KBLI amendments are required when activities change, and OSS-RBA reclassification determines the licensing steps for foreign investors in Indonesia.
Repatriating Profits from Singapore: Dividends vs Royalties vs Service Fees
Foreign investors assess dividends, royalties, and service fees to repatriate profits from Singapore while managing tax, substance, and treaty exposure.