News Across Asia - Page 2

Middle East Briefing

The Gulf Hub Model Under Stress: What the Iran War Means for Multinationals in the GCC

03/09/2026

The Iran war is putting pressure on the GCC hub model by disrupting the infrastructure that supports regional connectivity.

India Briefing

India Eases Port Procedures as Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Force Cargo to Turn Back

03/09/2026

India has waived certain port procedures for returned export cargo amid shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, while DP World offers alternative routing through UAE ports to maintain Gulf trade flows.

India Briefing

DGFT Extends Export Obligation Deadlines for EPCG and Advance Authorization Schemes

03/09/2026

India’s DGFT has extended export obligation deadlines under the EPCG and Advance Authorization schemes until August 31, 2026, offering compliance relief for exporters.

Vietnam Briefing

Nike Factories and Supplier Network in Vietnam: Updated to January 2026

03/09/2026

Nike’s been operating in Vietnam for over a decade. Here’s where their factories are and why.

China Briefing

Case Study: Using Hong Kong as a Strategic Anchor in a Complex Chinese Mainland Trademark Landscape

03/09/2026

This case illustrates how Hong Kong can serve as a strategic anchor when Chinese Mainland filings encounter structural obstacles and prior conflicting rights. A parallel protection strategy enabled the Company to secure continuity and reduce long‑term trademark risk.

ASEAN Briefing

How Foreign Investors Should Prepare Year-One Tax Compliance Plans in Indonesia

03/09/2026

Foreign investors entering Indonesia must prepare for tax registration, monthly filings, and payroll obligations during their first year of operations.

China Briefing

Trademark Registration in Hong Kong: A Primer

03/09/2026

We discuss trademark registration and protections in Hong Kong and how these differ from the legal standards and practice in the Chinese Mainland.

China Briefing

China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker 2026

03/09/2026

In the 2024-25 China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker, China Briefing offers up-to-date data and insights on China’s outbound investment developments and trends. Data is as of November 2025.

India Briefing

Navigating the 2026 Hormuz Blockade: Strategic Implications of the US 30-Day Russian Oil Waiver for India

03/06/2026

Explore how the US-Iran-Israel war is disrupting India’s crude oil imports. We provide a deep-dive analysis of the latest US-issued Russian oil waivers, the Strait of Hormuz crisis, and the 2026 energy market trends.

Vietnam Briefing

Tapping into Vietnam’s High-Value Growth Ambition in 2026

03/06/2026

Vietnam is aiming for a high-value growth, supported by policies that promote productivity, innovation, and industrial upgrading.

Middle East Briefing

Iran War: Gulf Business Tracker and Operations Resumption

03/06/2026

This tracker provides a real-time overview of the Iran war's impact on markets, logistics, aviation, and operations across Gulf economies.

ASEAN Briefing

How CPTPP Is Reshaping Malaysia’s Export Markets

03/06/2026

Malaysia’s CPTPP exports rose sharply in 2025, opening new growth markets and supply chain roles. Discover how tariff preferences, rising exports to Mexico and Canada, and manufacturing momentum could shape investment decisions.