News Across Asia

Hainan FTP Allows Qualified Foreign Universities to Run Independently in the Province

Foreign universities will have the opportunity to run independently in the Hainan FTP.

Tax Obligations for Non-Resident Property Owners in Vietnam

Dezan Shira and Associates’ tax expert, Thang Vu, talks tax reporting obligations of foreigners who own rental properties in Vietnam.

A Guide to Corporate Income Tax in Indonesia

The corporate taxation (CIT) regime in Indonesia is governed by the Harmonized Tax Law and the CIT rate is 22 percent for the 2023 fiscal year.

Record High Australian Exports to China Ignite Optimism for Bilateral Trade (Updated)

Australian exports to China reach new peak after rebound in trade and diplomatic engagements. This signals potential for business growth in key sectors.

Australia and China Resolve Barley Dispute, Improving Trade Ties

Australia and China have reached an agreement to end a long-standing trade dispute over barley imports. We discuss why that matters.

China-Australia Trade Relations Growing Stronger (Updated)

We discuss the business, trade, and commercial opportunities as China-Australia relations take on an optimistic turn in 2023.

China to Lift Restrictions on Australian Coal Imports

We discuss China lifting restrictions on Australian coal imports and its impact on business, trade, and commercial opportunities between the two countries.

Service Contracts in Vietnam: What You Need to Know

Service contracts in Vietnam are one way for firms to find human resources support for temporary or specialized projects. Here’s how they work.

The China-Central Asian Summit Begins In Xi’an

The China-Central Asian Summit has begun in Xi'an, opening new opportunities for multilateral collaboration in the region.

The UAE Mandatory Unemployment Insurance Scheme

Mandatory GST E-invoicing in India: Annual Turnover Threshold Lowered

GST e-invoicing will become mandatory for all businesses in India with an annual turnover of over INR 50 million starting August 1, 2023.

Regional Demographic Trends in China: Birth Rates, Population Changes, and Domestic Migration

China's population is shrinking, but not at the same rate in every region. We discuss the varying birth rates, aging populations, urbanization rates, and domestic migration patterns in China's mainland provinces.