News Across Asia - Page 134

India Briefing

Indian Mobility Platform Ola Comes Under Regulatory Spotlight: Lessons for Foreign Investors

10/14/2024

India's Central Consumer Protection Authority has issued a notice to Ola Electric and Ola Cabs for alleged violations of consumer rights. This situation highlights the importance for foreign companies and foreign-invested enterprises operating in India to adopt best practices to minimize the risk of regulatory intervention and mitigate scope for reputational damage.

India Briefing

The US 2024 Presidential Election and Potential Impact on India

10/14/2024

The 2024 US presidential election, featuring Kamala Harris and Donald Trump as candidates, is poised to impact India’s economy, trade relations, defense cooperation, and climate initiatives, depending on the outcome.

ASEAN Briefing

New MAS Guidelines for Payment Service Providers in Singapore

10/14/2024

Discover the 2024 MAS guidelines updates for Payment Service Providers, including new licensing requirements, independent assessments, and enhanced compliance standards in Singapore.

India Briefing

India-Hungary Trade Relations: From Solar Energy to Green Hydrogen Initiatives

10/11/2024

India-Hungary have significantly increased their trade in recent years and are eager to collaborate on nuclear and solar energy initiatives. Trade activities between the two countries crossed US$1 billion mark for the first time in 2022.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Construction Sector Grows by 7.48% in First Nine Months of 2024

10/11/2024

The construction sector in Vietnam has shown significant growth during the first nine months of 2024, registering a 7.48 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023.

India Briefing

New GST Amnesty Scheme from November 1, 2024: Key Compliance Details

10/11/2024

India's new GST amnesty scheme, effective from November 1, 2024, waives interest and penalties for non-fraudulent GST demands from 2017-18 to 2019-20.

Vietnam Briefing

Foreign Contractor Tax in Vietnam: A Complete Guide

10/11/2024

Vietnam’s foreign contractor tax is a withholding tax that may affect your business if you’re working with a Vietnamese company or sub-contractor. Here’s how.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia Holidays and Key Dates for 2025: A Guide for HR and Businesses

10/11/2024

Effective planning around public holidays is essential for businesses in Saudi Arabia in 2025 to maintain operational efficiency and ensure employee satisfaction.

India Briefing

Ratan Tata: Architect of the Tata Group's Global Empire

10/10/2024

Ratan Tata, the Chairman Emeritus of Tata Group and a globally influential industrialist, passed away in Mumbai on October 9, 2024, at the age of 86. We look back at his legacy at the helm of the group.

Vietnam Briefing

Resurgence of Enterprises in Vietnam in First 9 Months of 2024

10/10/2024

Nearly 121,900 new enterprises were established in the first nine months of this year in Vietnam, with total registered capital at around 1.158 quadrillion VND.

Vietnam Briefing

Bac Ninh Attracts Most FDI in Vietnam During First 9 Months of 2024

10/10/2024

Bac Ninh province has emerged as a leader in foreign direct investment (FDI) attraction in Vietnam, securing over US$4.2 billion in investments from January to September 2024.

China Briefing

Unlocking China’s V2G Potential: Opportunities and Challenges in the Evolving Market

10/10/2024

China has announced a significant push towards large-scale Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) pilot projects. This article examines the opportunities these developments present for investors while addressing the key challenges in this evolving market.