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China’s tax authority reminds taxpayers that they can apply for the super deduction of R&D expenses for the first half of 2025 during the July filing period. We provide a Q&A section on when and how to apply for this policy.
India has introduced a series of key changes to its passport regulations in 2025. The latest development is the rollout of ePassport for enhanced security, quicker immigration, and fraud prevention.
In a significant move, US President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on Vietnamese exports, imposing a 20 percent duty along with a 40 percent levy on goods deemed to be transshipped. This development could reshape trade dynamics between the two nations.
Egypt has enacted targeted VAT amendments, expanding the tax base in construction, real estate, energy, tobacco and alcohol, while preserving exemptions for essentials and promoting digital invoicing to boost equity and compliance.
On June 30, 2025, Indonesia announced a major deregulation initiative to ease import restrictions on 10 strategic commodity groups. The policy, introduced by Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto and formalized under Trade Ministry Regulation No. 16 of 2025, is scheduled to take effect by the end of August 2025.
China introduced a new tax credit policy allowing overseas investors to claim a 10 percent credit on reinvested profits in qualified domestic sectors. This move, part of a broader strategy to stabilize and upgrade foreign investment, reflects Beijing’s commitment to attracting long-term capital into high-tech and strategic industries.
ASEAN Nations Mobilize Ahead of U.S. Tariff Deadline
Update Your Company Address After Vietnam’s Provincial Merger: A Brief Guide
Apple’s Contract Manufacturers and Component Suppliers in India
China Monthly Tax Brief: June 2025
How to Legally Employ and Pay Foreign Workers in Indonesia
Countdown to the End of the 90-Day Tariff Pause: Where Does India Stand Now?
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Indonesia removes import restrictions on 10 commodities to boost trade and attract investors ahead of major tariff deadlines.
Malaysia’s SST Hike: Impact on Luxury Goods
Working Hours and Overtime Regulations in Vietnam: What Foreign Employers Must Know
Termination and Severance in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Employers
ASEAN Nations Mobilize Ahead of U.S. Tariff Deadline
How to Legally Employ and Pay Foreign Workers in Indonesia
Transfer Pricing in Indonesia: What Will Trigger a Tax Audit in 2025
This June 2025 China Monthly Tax Brief covers a new tax credit for overseas reinvestment, Company Law financial clarifications, launch of the GBA IIT subsidy in Shenzhen, new reporting rules for platforms, and R&D super deduction in July filings.
China Amends Anti-Unfair Competition Law – Key Takeaways for Foreign Companies
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
China Tax Filing: Apply for Super Deductions of R&D Expenses for H1 2025 in July
China Grants 10% Tax Credit for Overseas Investors Reinvesting Profits
EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline
Rare Earth Elements: Understanding China’s Dominance in Global Supply Chains
Apple is reportedly planning to expand its partnership with Tata Group to manage iPhone and MacBook repairs in India. We note major contract manufacturers of Apple products in India and list their locations and investment scope.
Countdown to the End of the 90-Day Tariff Pause: Where Does India Stand Now?
India’s Updated Income Tax Return Forms for AY 2025–26 Explained
India-UK FTA Finalized After Three Years of Negotiations
India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
India’s Passport Rules 2025: Key Changes You Need to Know
India’s Employment Linked Incentive Scheme Targets 35 Million Jobs Over Two Years
We explain what companies need to do regarding address updates for legal compliance following Vietnam’s provincial merger.
Vietnam to Require Corporate e-ID for Digital Procedures from July 1, 2025
US Tariffs on Vietnamese Exports: Analyzing the New Framework
Amended Law on Products and Goods Quality: Enhancing Traceability and Compliance
Thanh Hoa Province: Opportunities in the Emerging Manufacturing Hub
Vietnam’s New VAT Law: Key Compliance Guidance
Vietnam's Tax and Transfer Pricing Compliance: New Regulations in VAT Law
Indonesia and Saudi Arabia signed US$27 billion in deals. This builds on bilateral trade that hit US$6.5 billion in 2024.
Egypt Introduces Targeted VAT Amendments to Broaden Tax Base
Dubai Launches First Time Home Buyer Program
Trump's 90 Day Clock Is Up: Will GCC Become a Safe Bet for Global Investors?
Oman’s Industrial and Manufacturing Push Gains Traction with Global Investors
Oman’s Personal Income Tax Begins in 2028, Signaling Major Fiscal Shift
Saudi Arabia’s ICT Hits US$10 Billion: Trends and Implications