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China Briefing
China Briefing
China Reopening After COVID: Latest Developments and Business Advisory
05/30/2023Our daily updates on the latest events as they occur, together with ongoing advisory on how best to manage your China business exposure during COVID-19.
China Briefing
China 2022 Economic Growth - A Breakdown of Provincial GDP Statistics
02/06/2023We break down and analyze the local GDP data of China's 31 mainland provinces and discuss the growth prospects for 2023.
China Briefing
Mainland China to Fully Resume Travel with Hong Kong and Macao
02/03/2023China is to fully resume travel with Hong Kong and Macao starting February 6, 2023. We look at the supporting measures.
China Briefing
2023 Chinese Visa Application Guidelines
02/01/2023From January 8, 2023, China resumed the issuance of passports for Chinese citizens, ordinary visas and residence permits for foreigners, as well as tourist visa exemption for short-term travelers.
China Briefing
Travel and Consumption Recover Over the 2023 Chinese New Year Period
01/28/2023Consumption over Chinese New Year has rebounded following the lifting of COVID restrictions. We discuss what the latest shopping and travel trends mean for the country in 2023.
China Briefing
China to Resume Pilot Outbound Tours to Selected Countries
01/23/2023As China will resume outbound pilot tours in early February, there is hope for an immediate rebound in the tourism industry outlook for 2023.
China Briefing
Chinese New Year 2023 - Travel, Consumption, and Post-COVID Recovery
01/18/2023Chinese New Year 2023 will be the first time in three years many people can travel, but will the lifting of COVID restrictions really bring a rebound in travel and consumption?
China Briefing
5 Key Industries to Watch in China in 2023
01/12/2023We discuss five key Chinese industries with the potential for rapid growth in 2023
India Briefing
India Briefing
India's Latest Guidelines on International Travel
02/10/2023India has relaxed international travel restrictions imposed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
India Briefing
Investing in India's Education Market: New Growth Drivers
08/03/2022India's education market is among the biggest in the world and objectives like improving the GER and upskilling offer tremendous business scope for foreign investors.
India Briefing
Profiling India's EdTech Industry: A Multi Billion Dollar Opportunity
06/09/2022We profile the latest trends in the Indian Edtech industry whose valuation is pegged at US$30 billion by 2032. India has 5 Edtech unicorns as of Jan. 2022.
India Briefing
COVID-19 in India: Live Updates
07/07/2021This page provides daily updates on the coronavirus outbreak in India, including tracking new cases and the COVID vaccine roll-out.
India Briefing
India COVID-19 Vaccine Development and Availability
07/05/2021India has several contenders for producing the COVID-19 vaccine, which are in trials presently; all adults eligible for free shots at government centers from June 21.
India Briefing
India's Response to COVID-19: Stimulus Measures Driven by Credit Guarantee Schemes, Not Direct Relief
07/02/2021We look at India's economic stimulus measures to overcome the disruptive impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
India Briefing
Relief Measures for Taxpayers Announced Under GST Law Due to Severity of COVID Wave
05/03/2021Several concessionary measures were announced by India's tax authorities due to challenges faced by taxpayers in meeting statutory and regulatory compliances.
India Briefing
What is India Doing to Contain the Latest COVID Pandemic Wave?
04/26/2021India is taking various steps to control the COVID spread as well as address major gaps in the availability of life saving healthcare facilities and drugs.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Briefing
Why Vietnam Has Become a Promising Alternative for US Businesses in Asia
08/22/2022Vietnam Briefing examines the growing Vietnam-US bilateral relationship and why Vietnam has become a promising alternative for US businesses in Asia
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Business Operations and the Coronavirus: Updates
06/07/2022Businesses in Vietnam need to prepare for an escalation of the coronavirus outbreak; measures taken by authorities may get enforced with little or no notice.
Vietnam Briefing
COVID-19 in Vietnam: Travel Updates and Restrictions
05/15/2022Vietnam Briefing highlights the travel updates and restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Vietnam.
Vietnam Briefing
Reviving Vietnam's Economy with Fiscal and Monetary Policies: Resolution 43
02/17/2022To revive Vietnam's economy post-pandemic, the government issued Resolution 43 on fiscal and monetary policies to support Vietnam's growth.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam’s New Normal: The Hybrid Work Strategy
12/10/2021Vietnam Briefing highlights the advantages and challenges of the hybrid work strategy as Vietnam embraces the new normal.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Issues Tax Breaks for Businesses, Individuals Affected by Pandemic: Resolution 406
11/03/2021Vietnam issued Resolution 406 to help businesses and individuals affected by the pandemic including a 30 percent corporate income tax cut.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam's Business Recovery: 4 Industries to Watch
10/29/2021Vietnam Briefing examines four key industries that are geared for recovery as Vietnam's economy gradually reopens and moves towards a new normal.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam's Economy Reopening: Why Should Investors Stay Positive
10/15/2021Vietnam Briefing higlights Vietnam's recent opening and business recovery, including the impact of the lockdown and positive future outlook.
ASEAN Briefing
ASEAN Briefing
COVID-19 Cases in ASEAN – Regular Updates by Country
04/05/2022We will be operating this article as a running live update service to keep businesses in the ASEAN region informed with regards to the coronavirus.
ASEAN Briefing
Singapore Issues Third COVID-19 Stimulus Package
04/24/2020On April 6, 2020, the Singaporean government issued its third stimulus package valued at S$5.1 billion (US$3.6 billion) to battle the COVID-19 pandemic.
ASEAN Briefing
Malaysia Issues Second Stimulus Package to Combat COVID-19: Salient Features
04/07/2020The Malaysian government has issued its second stimulus package to combat the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read on to learn more
ASEAN Briefing
Singapore Announces Second COVID-19 Stimulus Package: Salient Features
04/01/2020The Singaporean government launched its second stimulus package to counter the economic fallout of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Read on to learn more.
ASEAN Briefing
An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2020 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates
01/31/2020Doing Business in Singapore 2020 is designed to comprehensively guide new and established investors in Singapore.
Our firm Dezan Shira & Associates provides legal, tax and operational advisory across Asia. 
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