TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

India’s Emerging Enterprises: Charting the Next Decade of SME Growth

The latest India Briefing magazine explores how SMEs are evolving through e-commerce, digital trade, innovative financing, and skill development—while advancing sustainability and global competitiveness.

China’s Brain-Computer Interface Industry: Opportunities for Foreign Investors

China's brain-computer interface industry is poised for major growth in the coming years as new technological breakthroughs open up possibilities across healthcare, education, entertainment, and more.

Work Permit Regulations Amended: New Rules for Foreign Workers in Vietnam

Vietnam’s new decree on August 7, 2025, introduces streamlined work permit procedures, shorter processing times, and broader exemptions for foreign workers.

Maximizing Malaysia’s Tax and Investment Incentives: What Foreign Investors Should Know

Discover how foreign investors can leverage Malaysia’s PS, ITA, RA, MD, and DESAC incentives to reduce effective tax rates.

Cross-Border Data Transfer Rules across GCC States

Data transfer frameworks vary across GCC states, with differing requirements for consent, approvals, and adequacy standards.

COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS RESOURCES:

Tax Health and Dispute Strategies for Foreign Firms in China

This issue of China Briefing Magazine provides a strategic roadmap to proactive tax management, covering how to optimize internal controls, prepare for audits, and resolve disputes effectively. It is ideal for CFOs, tax managers, and compliance teams looking to minimize risk and safeguard relations with China’s tax authorities.

This magazine provides essential insights to help businesses refine their strategies, stay compliant and competitive, and boost employee satisfaction.

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR ASIA:

China International Bus Expo 2025 (CIBE)

Bus Exhibition丨 17-19 December, 2025丨Shanghai, China

ASEAN Light and Design Expo 2025

IMPACT Exhibition Centre | 17-19 September, 2025 | Bangkok, Thailand

Asia in Transition: Trade, Tariffs and the Tug-of-War for Growth by Asian Lubricants Industry Association (ALIA)​

Exhibition | October 20-23, 2025 | Shenzhen, China