News Across Asia

India-UK FTA Talks - Where Things Currently Stand

India and the UK are expediting their free trade talks, aiming for a deal by October's end to secure significant benefits. Leaders of both countries are looking at an election year and this has complicated the last leg of negotiations. There is sufficient goodwill on both sides, and key compromises are being made, but signing the FTA agreement will ultimately be a political decision.

Vietnam Issues Draft Decree Guiding Implementation of Consumer Rights Protection Law

Vietnam’s National Assembly has issued a new draft decree providing additional details and clarity on a number of articles in the amended Law on the Protection of Consumer Rights (LPCR). Here's what it says.

Egypt Issues RMB3.5 billion In ‘Panda Bonds’

Understanding the Global Biofuel Alliance and India's Role Within It

Several G20 nations, led by India, Brazil, and the US, along with 12 international organizations, spearhead the Global Biofuel Alliance for technology investment, expert collaboration, and global standards to reduce hydrocarbon reliance.

Vietnam’s Gig Economy for Foreign Firms

The gig economy has emerged as a key driver of innovation and change in the way people work in Vietnam. This presents both benefits and challenges for workers and businesses alike. Here’s what foreign firms should know.

Why is ERP Important for Operating a China Business?

ERP adoption is rapidly gaining traction in China as a strategic tool to navigate market uncertainties and promote organizational efficiencies in the aftermath of COVID-19. We guide you in choosing the right ERP approach for your business.

Why Establish a Family Office in Singapore

Singapore has become the preferred destination for family offices. The city-state recorded over 1,500 family offices by the end of 2022.

Chris Devonshire-Ellis Interviewed By World Geostrategic Institute: The Significance of Iran-Sudan Rapprochement

UAE, South Korea Sign CEPA Trade Agreement

India Simplifies GST Refund of Exports Remittances in Special Rupee Vostro Accounts

Exporters in India will benefit from newfound clarity from the GST Council in classifying remittances received in Special Rupee Vostro Accounts (SRVAs), which will make securing GST refunds an easier process.

Investing in China's Multi-Billion-Dollar Pet Industry – Mongolia’s Opportunity to Shine

China’s booming pet market implies huge opportunity to Mongolia’s pet food production and luxury pet fashion sectors.

China Releases New Data Series on Service Retail Sales

In August 2023, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) released China service retail data as a separate category for the first time. Let's delve into the figures.