News Across Asia - Page 130

Middle East Briefing

Dubai’s Emirates Airline Introduces Pre-Approved Visa on Arrival for Select Indian Travelers

02/09/2024

Emirates Airline, in collaboration with VFS Global, has introduced a new visa tailored for travelers from India, offering greater flexibility and cost efficiency for last-minute and short-term journeys to the region.

Vietnam Briefing

How to Register a Trademark in Vietnam

02/09/2024

Intellectual property can be crucial to a firm's success. Here's what foreign firms need to know about registering trademarks in Vietnam.

India Briefing

Ongoing Red Sea Crisis Compels Global Shipping to Find New Routes

02/08/2024

Amidst indiscriminate attacks by Houthi rebels on the Red Sea, we discuss how a new land corridor in the Middle East is being used to transport cargo and assess its long-term viability.

Middle East Briefing

Red Sea Shipping Disruptions: Challenges and Opportunities for Arab Logistics

02/08/2024

The Red Sea shipping disruptions caused by Yemen’s Houthi militants pose challenges but also unveil opportunities for the logistics sector in the Middle East.

India Briefing

India-EFTA Close to Finalizing a Free Trade Agreement

02/08/2024

Reports have emerged that India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) have come to an understanding regarding the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), which has been under discussion since 2008.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore and China Sign Three MOUs, Boost Business Ties

02/08/2024

The Singapore-China Economic Partnership Conference held on February 1, 2024, saw the signing of three crucial Memorandums of Understanding.

China Briefing

AmCham China Business Climate Survey 2024: Key Takeaways

02/07/2024

The 2024 AmCham survey on the business environment in China reveals improved country financial outlook and return as a top investment hub. However, challenges associated with geopolitics, market access, fair treatment, and regulatory changes persist among U.S. businesses in China, which we discuss in this brief.

ASEAN Briefing

Guide to Indonesia's Halal Certification Requirement: Q & A

02/07/2024

Indonesia's GR 39/2021 mandates businesses in most industries to be Halal compliant and Halal certified.

Vietnam Briefing

Significant Cultural Events to Note When Doing Business in Vietnam

02/07/2024

With Tet just days away the Vietnam Briefing takes a look at key cultural events in Vietnam and what foreign firms should know about these important holidays.

ASEAN Briefing

Thailand Implements Mandatory Reporting of Business Operator Income on Electronic Platforms

02/06/2024

Thailand’s Revenue Department has required electronic platforms such as e-commerce and e-marketplaces to disclose their revenue from the business operators on their platforms.

China Briefing

2024 Guidelines for Foreigners to Live and Work in China

02/06/2024

The updated guidelines released by China’s Ministry of Commerce outline essential procedures and considerations for foreign businesspersons living and working in China, covering accommodations, visas, work permits, and emergency protocols.

India Briefing

Understanding Accelerated Depreciation of Solar Power Assets in India

02/06/2024

Accelerated depreciation is a crucial driver of investments in the adoption of solar power in India, offering commercial and industrial consumers faster depreciation on solar power plant investments than traditional plants and machinery.