News Across Asia - Page 106

China Briefing

Transit Visa Exemptions in China: 24-Hour, 72-Hour, and 144-Hour Options

10/17/2024

Foreign travelers have several options for transit visa exemptions when traveling through China between two different countries, including 24, 72, or 144 hour transit visa exemptions.

China Briefing

China's Outbound Investment Trends: Sources, Destinations, and Key Sectors

10/16/2024

China’s outbound investment (ODI) is surging from already-record levels. In 2023, China's ODI rose by 8.7 percent to reach US$177.3 billion, making it the third-largest source of ODI globally.

India Briefing

India Mandates Audit Trail Compliance for All Companies: Understanding the Obligations

10/16/2024

We provide an overview of audit trails, detailing the mandatory compliance requirements under Indian corporate laws, the responsibilities of companies and auditors, and the penalties for non-compliance.

ASEAN Briefing

Malaysia Public Holidays: Essential Dates for 2025

10/16/2024

Explore Malaysia's public holidays with our complete guide, covering national events like Hari Raya, Chinese New Year, and state-specific holidays.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Amends VAT Executive Regulations, Effective November 15

10/16/2024

The UAE has made substantial changes to its Value Added Tax (VAT) Executive Regulations, effective from November 15, 2024, carrying implications for businesses across various sectors, especially trade and financial services.

Middle East Briefing

UAE to Address India’s Concerns Over Increased Silver, Platinum Alloy, and Dry Date Imports Under CEPA

10/16/2024

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has agreed to address India's concerns over a significant rise in imports of silver products, platinum alloy, and dry dates, taking advantage of lower tariffs under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia’s Pension Reforms Boost Mercer Global Pension Index Ranking

10/16/2024

Saudi Arabia’s Global Pension Index score rose to 60.5 in 2024, reflecting its pension reforms and leading to an upgrade of its pension system rating to C+ from C.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore Sets April 2025 Deadline for Mandatory Digital Bunker Notes

10/15/2024

By April 2025, Singapore will require marine fuel suppliers to issue digital bunker notes, streamlining the bunkering process and boosting transparency between buyers and sellers.

India Briefing

India-EU FTA: Commerce Department Engages Domestic Industry on Rules of Origin

10/15/2024

India's Department of Commerce has reached out to domestic industries to seek feedback on rules of origin (ROO) under the India-EU FTA.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Draft Decree on Rooftop Solar Power: New Opportunities on the Horizon for Investors

10/15/2024

Vietnam's rooftop solar sector is poised for significant investment growth with the release of a new draft decree in early October 2024. This article examines the proposed changes in the decree and how they are expected to facilitate commercial and foreign investment opportunities in the country’s renewable energy sector and technology firms.

China Briefing

SPC Interpretation: Tort Liability Compensation in Labor Relations and Dispatches

10/15/2024

China's Supreme People's Court (SPC) has issued a judicial interpretation, which clarifies the tort liability compensation in labor relations and dispatches, among others.

ASEAN Briefing

The 2024 US Presidential Election: Impact on Southeast Asia Markets

10/15/2024

Explore the impact of the 2024 US presidential election on Southeast Asia markets, with respect to shifts in trade policies, geopolitical strategies, and investment trends.