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April 23, 2026

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Weekly business and foreign investment news roundup in Asia

by Asia Briefing and Dezan Shira & Associates (An Ascentium Company).

ASIA EDITION

We're pleased to announce that Asia Briefing is now part of the Ascentium Group. We remain committed to providing our subscribers with trusted, high-quality business news and insights across Asia.

TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

Ascentium Acquires Dezan Shira & Associates, Expanding its Footprint to 27 Markets and Strengthening Corporate Services Capabilities

Ascentium, a leading global business services platform headquartered in Singapore, has completed its acquisition of Dezan Shira & Associates, a multi-disciplinary professional services firm with more than three decades of experience advising foreign investors across Asia.

Caught Between Systems? China’s Supply Chain Security Laws Explained

China’s new rules on industrial supply chain security could place foreign companies in the crosshairs of competing national laws, with potential consequences for those operating in the country.

FDI Momentum Holds in Vietnam as Q1 2026 Inflows Remain Robust

Strong inflows of newly registered capital, coupled with steady disbursement, demonstrate continued investor interest in the country’s manufacturing, energy, and high-tech sectors.

India Liaison Offices: Key Labor Compliance Deadlines for FY 2026-27

Liaison Offices must navigate the FY 2026–27 compliance calendar, covering the new labor codes, the updated income tax framework, RBI/FEMA reporting, and state‑level requirements.

BOI or Non‑BOI? Structuring a Foreign Business in Thailand

Tax incentives, ownership rules, timelines, and compliance obligations all factor into whether a Board of Investment (BOI) or non‑BOI structure makes sense for foreign investors.

Stricter AML, Higher Scrutiny: Key Takeaways from the UAE Central Bank’s Latest Guidance

Updated guidance is pushing firms toward real‑time, technology‑driven compliance, raising both operational costs and regulatory scrutiny across the sector.

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An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2026

This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by Dezan Shira & Associates, a specialist foreign direct investment practice providing corporate establishment, audit, business advisory, tax advisory and compliance, accounting, payroll, due diligence, and financial review services to multinationals and small- and medium-sized enterprises investing in emerging Asia.