News Across Asia - Page 140

ASEAN Briefing

Incentives in Malaysia’s Special Economic Zones: A Guide for Businesses

01/08/2024

Malaysia's special economic zones offer fiscal incentives and sector-specific perks, including tax relief and tailored benefits, along with robust infrastructure. We list the available incentives for businesses in the country's respective SEZs.

China Briefing

How to Ensure Successful ERP Implementation in China?

01/08/2024

Successful ERP implementation hinges on cultivating precise expectations, a profound grasp of business essentials, and a meticulous plan, while enlisting a capable implementer and employing shrewd end-user strategies to unleash the system's transformative power.

Vietnam Briefing

Malaysia-Vietnam Aim for US$18 Billion in Two-Way Trade

01/08/2024

Malaysia and Vietnam have become pivotal trade connections between each other and global supply chains broadly. Here’s how trade works between these two burgeoning Southeast Asian economies.

Middle East Briefing

Delays Anticipated to Oman-India FTA Over Duty Concessions on Petrochem Products

01/08/2024

Customs duty concessions on petrochemical products, utilized heavily in the plastics industry, are raising concerns among Indian stakeholders.

China Briefing

China Monthly Tax Brief: December 2023

01/05/2024

In this monthly China tax brief, we highlight December 2023 tax and foreign exchange policies for supporting businesses, attracting talents, and facilitating cross-border investment and transactions.

India Briefing

EPFO Extends Deadline for Employers in India to Upload Wage Details for Higher Pensions by May 31, 2024

01/05/2024

The EPFO has extended the deadline by five months for employers to submit wage details for members eligible for an increased pension. We discuss pertinent details for compliance.

ASEAN Briefing

Opportunities for Investors in Indonesia’s Cosmetics Industry

01/05/2024

We discuss the business opportunities catering to halal cosmetics and personal care products in Indonesia's beauty industry as domestic purchasing power increases.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Tax Updates for the New Year 2024

01/05/2024

In the first week of the new year there were a handful of changes to taxes in Vietnam that foreign firms may need to be aware of. Here’s what they are.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia Upgrades Digital Platforms for Visa Applications

01/05/2024

Saudi Arabia continues to modernize its visa application process to promote ease of access, boost tourism and business travel, and enhance transparency with regards to labor management.

ASEAN Briefing

Singapore’s 2024 Economic Outlook

01/04/2024

Optimism prevails for Singapore's economic outlook in 2024, particularly for growth projected in key sectors like electronics, F&B, and travel-related industries.

Vietnam Briefing

Survey Finds AI, Tech Popular in Financial Services in Vietnam

01/04/2024

Finastra has released its Financial Services State of the Nation Survey 2023. This survey covers several key economies in Asia including Vietnam. In this article, we run through the key findings of the survey.

India Briefing

PLI Scheme for India’s Automotive Sector Amended and Extended by One Year

01/04/2024

India's PLI Scheme for the automotive sector has been extended by a year as applicants require more time to meet the eligibility provisions. The first round of incentives will be disbursed in FY 2024-25 per the government in a recent announcement, and after much delay. Only Tata Motors, Ola Electric, and Mahindra & Mahindra have met key domestic value addition criteria.