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Asia Briefing publishes articles, magazines, and guides on doing business in Asia.
It has been produced by Dezan Shira and Associates since 1999.
Vietnam’s information and communication technology (ICT) industry is experiencing rapid growth and offers vast potential for further development. As one of the fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia, the country is poised to become a leading player in digital transformation, driven by increasing demand for advanced ICT infrastructure.
Singapore has long been recognized as the premier financial hub of ASEAN, renowned for its robust regulatory framework, world-class infrastructure, and business-friendly policies. Its strategic location, combined with political stability and a well-developed financial sector, has positioned the city-state as the go-to destination for banking, asset management, and fintech innovations.
India has introduced critical amendments to Form 3CD, a tax audit form, by notifying the Income-tax (Eighth Amendment) Rules, 2025. These changes, which take effect from April 1, 2025, impact businesses and tax professionals, making it essential to align tax audit procedures with the updated requirements.
China and Slovakia share evolving trade and investment ties shaped by global economic shifts, geopolitical influences, and emerging industries. This article explores the trade fluctuations, investment trends, and strategic cooperation areas between the two nations.
US President Donald Trump has announced that he will reveal his government’s tariff scheme on April 2, referring to it as a potential “Liberation Day” for the US economy. As this date approaches, the Vietnamese government is expediting its initiatives to strike a more balanced trade with the US, pledging to increase purchases of American goods and reduce tariffs on various US products.
Starting April 1, 2025, India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) compliance landscape will undergo multiple changes. This includes mandatory multi-factory authentication (MFA) for GST portal access and restrictions on E-Way Bill (EWB) generation to curb fraudulent practices.
Laos' Labor Market Challenges and Opportunities: What Investors Should Consider
Key GST Compliance Changes Impacting Businesses in India from April 1, 2025
China–Uruguay Economic Relations: Growth Trends & Strategic Sectors
China's Tightened Facial Recognition Regulations: Key Business Takeaways
India Revises Tax Audit Reporting with Form 3CD Changes Effective April 1, 2025
India's GST Compliance Changes from April 1, 2025: What Businesses Need to Know
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Vietnam, an emerging market in Southeast Asia, presents lucrative opportunities for foreign businesses, particularly in retail, driven by a...
China’s policy-driven initiatives will shape its industrial trajectory in 2025, driving growth through domestic demand, innovation, and...
With a strong focus on digital transformation and sustainable development, India and Singapore are leveraging their respective strengths to...
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Laos offers cost-effective labor and investment potential but faces skills shortages, migration, and regulatory challenges for businesses.
Singapore's Role as ASEAN's Financial Hub: Can it Maintain its Lead?
Thailand's Automotive Industry: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Understanding Malaysia's Foreign Worker Policies: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Laos' Hydropower Sector: Opportunities for Foreign Investors
Singapore’s Medical Tourism Industry: Growth, Opportunities, and Future Trends
Dispute Resolution in Malaysia: Key Mechanisms & Legal Insights
China and Uruguay are expanding trade and investment ties, with growing cooperation in agriculture, clean energy, and digital infrastructure. As a key MERCOSUR partner, Uruguay offers strategic opportunities for Chinese enterprises in 2025 and beyond.
China's Tightened Facial Recognition Regulations: Key Business Takeaways
China-Slovakia Economic Ties: Strengthening Cooperation and Future Opportunities
EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline
China Updated Certificate of Tax Residency Rules: Key Changes Effective April 2025
China Manufacturing Tracker: 2024-25
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
India Revises Tax Audit Reporting with Form 3CD Changes Effective April 1, 2025
India's GST Compliance Changes from April 1, 2025: What Businesses Need to Know
India-Australia Deepen Economic Ties with Ambitious 2025 Roadmap
Mandatory ISD Registration Under GST Begins April 1, 2025: What Businesses Need to Know
India to End Equalisation Levy on Digital Ads by April 1, 2025
Profiling India-Singapore Bilateral Trade and Investment Relations
Vietnam’s ICT industry is experiencing rapid growth and offers vast potential for further development. With significant investments in sectors such as AI, cloud computing, data centers, and blockchain, Vietnam is positioning itself as an attractive destination for investors.
Opportunities Amid Tariff Risks: Vietnam Aims for Trade Balance with the US
Unlocking Growth: Vietnam’s Plan to Reduce Bureaucracy and Boost Investment
Vietnam Real Estate Market 2025: A Prime Investment Destination in Southeast Asia
Vietnam-Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: Sustainability, Investment, and Trade
Profit Repatriation in Vietnam: A Brief Guide in 2025
Sharjah's Natural Resources Tax, effective February 2025, imposes a 20% tax on extractive and non-extractive natural resources businesses.
Saudi Arabia Introduces New Ultimate Beneficial Ownership Rules
Egypt-India Economic Ties Eyeing US$12 Billion Trade Target & Investment
UAE-US Economic Relations: Trade, Investment, and Strategic Cooperation
Saudi Arabia Releases Draft Real Estate Transaction Tax (RETT) Regulations
Eid al Fitr 2025 Holidays and Private Sector Guidelines in GCC
UAE’s Corporate Tax Deadlines and Compliance for 2025