News Across Asia - Page 102

Vietnam Briefing

Funding Vietnam’s Green Growth: The ESG Initiative and Work of Credit Institutions

05/29/2024

Vietnam’s regulators, banks, and international aid agencies are promoting the adoption of ESG by private firms by easing funding access, supporting the implementation of the country's Green Growth Strategy for 2021-2030.

China Briefing

US Tariff Increases on Chinese Imports - Implications for Trade and Businesses

05/29/2024

The recently proposed US tariff increases on Chinese imports, which include EVs, solar panels, and semiconductors, are anticipated to affect the prices of specific products within the US market and have tangible repercussions for Chinese exporters.

India Briefing

Why Foreign Portfolio Investors May Soon Prefer India's GIFT IFSC Over Traditional Investment Routes

05/28/2024

India's GIFT City has lucrative tax benefits, which has enhanced its appeal for foreign portfolio investors over traditional investment routes via Mauritius or Singapore. We explain more.

Vietnam Briefing

The Video Game Industry in Vietnam: Opportunities and Challenges

05/28/2024

The gaming industry in Vietnam has left an indelible mark on the global gaming map, propelled by hits like Flappy Bird and the rise of technology unicorn VNG. In this article, we take a broad overview of this emerging industry and the opportunities for foreign firms.

Vietnam Briefing

Prospects in Vietnam's F&B Market in 2024

05/27/2024

The Vietnam food and beverage (F&B) market is set for significant growth in 2024, driven by strong brand loyalty, strategic expansions, and ongoing innovation in products and services.

India Briefing

Telangana To Unveil Six New Industrial Policies Post General Elections

05/27/2024

Telangana will have six new industrial policies, the first major policy regulation revision since the launch of the TS-iPASS Act in 2016.

ASEAN Briefing

Starlink Launches in Indonesia, Tapping into Booming Internet Market

05/27/2024

SpaceX's Starlink has launched its internet service in Indonesia, aiming to improve internet access to the vast archipelago.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Corporate Tax Incentives in Free Zones

05/27/2024

The UAE Federal Tax Authority offers detailed guidelines for businesses in free zones to qualify for a 0 percent corporate tax rate on specific activities, subject to meeting eligibility criteria and registration deadlines.

ASEAN Briefing

Philippines Passes CREATE MORE Act, Proposing Amendments to Tax Incentives

05/24/2024

The CREATE MORE bill makes key amendments and enhancements to the tax regime introduced in the CREATE Act.

India Briefing

Reviewing India and Chile's Expanding Economic Partnership

05/24/2024

India Briefing notes the expanding economic partnership between India and Chile and prospects for a CEPA trade deal in the near future.

India Briefing

Increase in Employment as Subscribers Under EPFO Grow to 14.5mn in FY2023-24

05/24/2024

India's preliminary payroll data shows 14.5 million net members were added to EPFO in FY'24, indicating steady rate in employment generation.

India Briefing

Empowering India's Net-Zero Goals: The Rise of Climate Tech Startups

05/24/2024

Indian climate tech startups are leveraging advanced technologies to combat climate change, supporting the country's net-zero goals, and providing industries with the tools to achieve sustainability across their operations.