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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 Monthly Tax Brief: February 2026
China monthly tax brief February 2026 highlights a pivotal month shaped by the rollout of the new VAT Law and a surge of aligning tax policies. New incentives, compliance signals, and special zone updates together redefine China’s evolving tax environment.
Qianhai Updates Support for Hong Kong and Macao Medical Institutions
Qianhai has revised its support measures for Hong Kong and Macao medical institutions, introducing enhanced fiscal incentives, clearer eligibility criteria, and stricter compliance requirements to promote long-term, high-quality healthcare development. The updated framework reinforces Qianhai’s role as a key testing ground for cross-border healthcare cooperation and foreign participation within the Greater Bay Area.
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.
Navigating Trends in China’s Data Compliance Regime
China’s data compliance regime is evolving rapidly, with trends pointing to tougher audits, coordinated enforcement, and refined cross-border rules. Foreign-invested enterprises must adopt proactive governance to stay competitive and compliant.
India Briefing
India Relaxes FDI Rules for Neighboring Countries, Allowing Minority Investments via Automatic Route
India has eased Press Note 3 restrictions by allowing sub-10 percent minority investments from neighboring countries through the automatic route and introducing a 60-day fast-track approval system for manufacturing sectors.
What Counts as an “Industry” Under Indian Law? Supreme Court to Decide on March 17-18
India’s Supreme Court will revisit the definition of “industry” under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, a ruling that could directly influence the interpretation and implementation of the Industrial Relations Code, 2020.
Investing in Sriperumbudur: Tamil Nadu's High-Value Manufacturing Corridor
Sriperumbudur in Tamil Nadu is one of India’s most strategic high-value corridors, propelled by electronics production and a strong global OEM presence, including Foxconn. The region offers a scalable and de-risked platform for investment in India through 2026.
Deepfake, Content Labeling & Safe Harbor Risks for Global Platforms: India’s 2026 AI Regulation
India’s latest updates to the IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, tighten artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfake regulation with mandatory labeling and 2-3 hour takedowns, putting safe harbor protection at risk for foreign platforms.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Responds to Rising Oil Prices: Emergency Measures and New Initiatives
Vietnam is responding to a sudden surge in global oil prices triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Vietnam's Personal Data Protection: Key Requirements under Decree 356
Vietnam's personal data protection rules have tightened under Decree 356. Learn about new compliance duties for businesses operating in Vietnam.
EU Sustainability Due Diligence Rules: Compliance Implications for Vietnam Businesses
Learn how Vietnam-based suppliers should prepare for compliance with the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
Coca-Cola’s Tax Lawsuit: Transfer Pricing Risk Consideration for Business in Vietnam
Vietnam’s tax authority is intensifying scrutiny of related-party transactions, as seen in the recent Coca-Cola case. Learn how shifting transfer pricing regulations and deeper audit reviews will shape compliance obligations for multinationals.
ASEAN Briefing
Vietnam Eases Foreign Access to Equities: What the New Rules Mean for Global Investors
Vietnam’s new equity market reforms ease foreign investor access and support a potential FTSE emerging market upgrade in 2026.
How Foreign Investors Should Prepare Year-One Tax Compliance Plans in Indonesia
Foreign investors entering Indonesia must prepare for tax registration, monthly filings, and payroll obligations during their first year of operations.
How CPTPP Is Reshaping Malaysia’s Export Markets
Malaysia’s CPTPP exports rose sharply in 2025, opening new growth markets and supply chain roles. Discover how tariff preferences, rising exports to Mexico and Canada, and manufacturing momentum could shape investment decisions.
How the Iran Conflict Should Change Energy, Supply Chain, and Market Entry Planning in ASEAN
Explore how the Iran conflict could affect energy prices, supply chains, and investment planning across ASEAN’s major economies.