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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.
China’s labor market in 2026 is defined by wage moderation, selective hiring, and increasingly strategic workforce planning.
The CCFS 2026, or Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme, provides a one-time, three-month window of opportunity for Indian companies to regularize overdue statutory filings.
We discuss the personal income tax (PIT) finalization obligations of employers and employees in Vietnam for the 2025 tax year, including deadlines.
UAE Emiratization rules tighten ahead of 2026, with stricter quotas, rising fines, and higher wage requirements.
Vietnam continues to attract strong foreign investment inflows, reinforcing the importance of understanding how divestments are taxed.
Trademark Registration in Hong Kong is a critical pillar of brand protection for international businesses operating in Asia.
China to Grant Market and Data Exclusivity for Innovative Drugs for the First Time
Laos Land Conversion Policy: New Entry Points for Foreign Investors
Saudi Arabia’s New Investment Law: Implications for Market Entry Strategy
ASEAN’s LNG Export Leaders: Investment and Energy Trade Opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia
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India’s Next Growth Cycle: Sector Intelligence for Scalable Market Entry explores where global capital is concentrating in the country...
This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by the experts at Dezan Shira &...
This latest edition of An Introduction to Doing Business in India provides a clear, practical roadmap to navigating GST 2.0 reforms, the...
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Our firm Dezan Shira & Associates provides legal, tax and operational advisory across Asia. Laos’ land conversion policy opens new entry options for foreign investors. Assess approvals, sectors, risks, and investment pathways.
ASEAN’s LNG Export Leaders: Investment and Energy Trade Opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia
Capital Gains Tax on Share Transfers in Vietnam: Investor Exit Considerations
Personal Income Tax Filing in Thailand: What Expats Need to Know
Vietnam Eases Foreign Access to Equities: What the New Rules Mean for Global Investors
Philippines–UAE CEPA: Trade Expansion and Investment Implications
China to Grant Market and Data Exclusivity for Innovative Drugs for the First Time
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
Trademark Registration in Hong Kong: Strategic Considerations for International Businesses
China’s Labor Market in 2026: Wage Realignment, Mobility Shifts, and the New Talent Map
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan: Key Insights for Foreign Investors
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan: Key Insights for Foreign Investors
Discover how Virtual CFO services in India help foreign investors and growing businesses manage compliance, improve financial visibility, and scale efficiently.
India’s Crude Oil Tracker 2026: Supply Diversification and Energy Security Measures
Op-Ed: India’s Calibrated Opening to China-Linked Capital Signals a Pragmatic Shift
Protecting Your Brand in India: Trademark Registration and IP Strategy for Foreign Businesses
Don’t Let Late Fees Drain Your Capital: Unlock Concessional Filings via the CCFS-2026
Intellectual Property Rights in India: Laws and Procedures for Registration
Vietnam’s wood industry is a cornerstone of its export economy, consistently ranking among the top five contributors to national export earnings.
Q&A: 2025 Personal Income Tax Finalization in Vietnam
Mapping the China-Vietnam Trade Relationship: Key Trade Routes and Growth Drivers
APAs in Vietnam: How Businesses Can Manage Transfer Pricing Risks
Vietnam Responds to Rising Oil Prices: Emergency Measures and New Initiatives
Nike Factories and Supplier Network in Vietnam: Updated to January 2026
Tapping into Vietnam’s High-Value Growth Ambition in 2026
Saudi Arabia’s shift from a licensing-based foreign investment regime to a registration model represents more than administrative simplification. It signals a structural reorientation of how market access, regulatory control, and investor responsibility are balanced.
Energy Shock: What GCC-Based Businesses Must Do Right Now
UAE Emiratization 2026: What Companies Must Do Now to Avoid Penalties
Oman E-Invoicing and Qatar’s CbCR Tabadol Portal: The GCC’s Digital Tax Infrastructure Push
UAE VAT Credits Expiring in 2026: What Finance Teams Need to Know
The Gulf Hub Model Under Stress: What the Iran War Means for Multinationals in the GCC