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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
India-France Tax Treaty Update Favors Long-Term Investors, Expands Capital Gains Rights
India and France have agreed to revise their bilateral tax treaty. The proposed changes include differentiated dividend withholding rates based on shareholding thresholds, narrowing the scope of taxation on technical service fees, etc.
Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs) and Your India Investment Strategy
India has double taxation avoidance agreements (DTAAs) in place with over 90 countries, with certain tax treaties offering lower withholding tax (WHT) rates on certain types of income. This article examines how DTAAs can impact foreign firms and their India investment strategy.
How French Companies Leverage India as a Global Delivery Base
French multinationals leverage India as a global delivery base for IT, engineering, and manufacturing – combining scale, innovation, and 24-hour productivity.
India’s FDI Trends in Q1 FY 2025-26
India witnessed a 15 percent rise in FDI during Q1 FY 2025-26 (April–June), with inflows reaching US$18.62 billion. The US emerged as one of the top investors, contributing US$5.61 billion, almost triple its inflows of US$1.50 billion in Q1 FY26.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam’s New VAT Law in 2026: Key Compliance Guidance
We review the latest updates to Vietnam's Value-Added Tax (VAT) Law, aimed at supporting business recovery after the typhoon season and resolving the current bottleneck in VAT refunds.
How Vietnam Plans to Improve Urban Air Quality: Insights for Businesses
Vietnam's recent air pollution mitigation plan introduces tighter emission regulations, sets environmental goals, and prioritizes 25 projects to enhance urban air quality.
Vietnam-India New Direct Flight Routes: A Boost to Tourism and Business
Vietnam welcomed 443,000 Indian visitors in the first eight months of 2025, a 42.2 percent increase year-on-year, showcasing the deepening tourism and commercial connections between the two countries.
2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: Tet and National Day Plans Approved
Vietnam has officially announced the 2026 public holiday plan for the Lunar New Year (Tet) and National Day.
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.