News Across Asia - Page 2

China Briefing

European Business in China: Key Takeaways from the EU Chamber's 2026 Survey

05/29/2026

European companies in China are cautiously optimistic for the first time in years, with fewer businesses reporting a worsening environment, though challenges around market access, competition, and economic slowdown remain.

India Briefing

Karnataka Minimum Wage Overhaul: 2026 Rates, Zones & Compliance Mandates

05/29/2026

Karnataka state government has raised minimum wages across 81 scheduled employments, creating new payroll, compliance, and labor cost considerations for businesses operating in the state effective May 22, 2026.

India Briefing

India Targets Manufacturing Speed with Plug-and-Play Industrial Park Drive

05/29/2026

Evaluate India's leading plug-and-play industrial parks across Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh. Compare incentives, sector strengths, and market-entry advantages.

Middle East Briefing

Dubai Property Investor Visa 2026: Minimum Property Value Requirement Updates

05/29/2026

Dubai has removed the previous AED 750,000 (US$204,220) minimum property value requirement for sole owners applying for the emirate’s two-year property investor residency visa. The reform broadens access to residency for foreign property owners, particularly first-time investors, end-users, and buyers of smaller residential units, while maintaining separate thresholds for joint ownership and long-term Golden Visa eligibility.

China Briefing

IR56B Compliance in Hong Kong: How Employers Can Avoid IRD Follow-Ups

05/29/2026

Hong Kong employers should review IR56B filings carefully to avoid IRD follow-ups, MPF mismatches, penalties, and payroll reporting errors. Learn key filing risks and prevention steps.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia's New Geographical Indications (GI) Regime: SAIP Implementing Regulation

05/28/2026

Saudi Arabia’s new GI framework gives producers a legal tool to protect region-linked products such as dates, Taif roses, and Najran honey, with registration valid for renewable ten-year terms.

India Briefing

Jane Street’s India Tax Dispute Signals Rising Scrutiny of Cross-Border Investment Structures

05/28/2026

US-based trading and investment firm Jane Street may invoke the India-Singapore Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) route to resolve its ongoing derivatives tax dispute. Learn what this means for cross-border investors.

India Briefing

India-Canada Fast-Track CEPA Negotiations; Set US$50 Billion Trade Target by 2030

05/28/2026

Renewed India–Canada CEPA negotiations in 2026 and high-level investment engagements are expected to unlock long-term business opportunities across technology, energy transition, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors.

China Briefing

Post-M&A Integration in China: Where Most Deals Fail – and How to Get It Right

05/28/2026

While transactions may be carefully structured, the real test begins after closing, when operational, cultural, and governance challenges surface. Managing these complexities requires a phased, hands-on approach that extends well beyond initial integration planning.

China Briefing

Accounting System Setup for New Hong Kong Subsidiaries: Avoiding Compliance and Reporting Risks

05/28/2026

Setting up the right accounting system early helps new Hong Kong subsidiaries stay compliant, control costs, and avoid audit problems. This guide covers key decisions and practical steps.

India Briefing

FAQs on the Special Valuation Branch (SVB) in India: A Guide for Importers

05/28/2026

By understanding the role and procedures of the Special Valuation Branch in India, businesses importing goods can effectively navigate the complexities of related party transactions and ensure compliance with Indian customs regulations.

India Briefing

A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2026

05/28/2026

We address frequently asked questions that foreign hiring managers may have about minimum wages in India. In 2026, several states and jurisdictions have revised their rates, with Uttar Pradesh among the latest to increase its minimum wage ceiling.