News Across Asia - Page 2

China Briefing

US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline

01/26/2026

On December 31, 2025, Trump signed a proclamation delaying the increase in tariffs on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and vanities for another year.

ASEAN Briefing

Foreign Ownership Rules and Conditional Sector Access in Indonesia

01/24/2026

Foreign investors entering Indonesia must assess ownership limits, conditional sector access, investment thresholds, and long-term structural risk.

India Briefing

How to Start a Company in India: A Practical, Compliance-First Guide

01/23/2026

A practical, step-by-step guide to starting a company in India, covering legal structures, FDI rules, tax registrations, GST, labor laws, and key government approvals.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Introduces Motorcycle Emission Standards amid Nationwide Air-Quality Reforms

01/23/2026

Vietnam introduces national motorcycle emission standards, establishing a first nationwide framework for controlling motorcycle and moped emissions.

China Briefing

China PIPL: Key Compliance Signals from CAC’s January 2026 Q&A

01/23/2026

China’s data protection regime is entering a more operational phase, with regulators placing greater emphasis on definitions, documentation, and accountability. The CAC’s January 2026 Q&A highlights how FIEs should translate legal requirements into practical compliance measures.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia’s New Law for Real Estate Ownership by Non-Saudis is In Effect—A Strategic Opening for Global Investors

01/23/2026

Saudi Arabia’s new Law of Real Estate Ownership by Non-Saudis, effective January 22, 2026, marks a decisive shift from restriction to opportunity, opening designated areas of the Kingdom’s property market to foreign individuals, companies, and funds in line with Vision 2030.

Middle East Briefing

UAE-Italy Commercial Relations: Investment Trends and Sector Opportunities

01/23/2026

The UAE–Italy relations are maturing into a structured, investment-led corridor, supported by strong institutional mechanisms that convert policy alignment into bankable projects. Near-term opportunities are most tangible in energy transition, digital infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing.

India Briefing

FSSAI Proposes Amendments to Food Business Licensing Regulations

01/22/2026

The draft FSSAI amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011, signal a move toward stricter, outcome-based enforcement, with higher penalties and automatic suspension for delayed return filing. The changes have important compliance implications for food business operators.

India Briefing

US Parent-India Subsidiary: Transfer Pricing and Intercompany Agreements

01/22/2026

US parent companies with subsidiaries in India face heightened transfer pricing scrutiny when intercompany agreements, operational reality, and financial outcomes do not align. Ensuring documentation consistently reflects the Indian subsidiary’s role and value creation is critical to managing audit and dispute risk.

China Briefing

China Tax Authority Requests Self‑Inspection of Overseas Income for the Past Three Years

01/22/2026

China is moving from CRS information exchange to active overseas income tax enforcement. For foreign tax residents in China, proactive compliance now matters more than complex structuring.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Economic Performance in 2025: GDP, FDI, and Trade

01/22/2026

Vietnam’s economy demonstrated a robust performance in 2025, achieving 8 percent GDP growth, maintaining resilient FDI, keeping inflation stable, and expanding trade.

Middle East Briefing

Dubai’s VARA Licensing Framework for Virtual Asset Businesses: A Practical Roadmap

01/22/2026

Dubai’s VARA licensing regime follows a clear two-stage process, Approval to Incorporate and Full VASP License, balancing innovation with robust compliance and operational substance. While demanding, it offers regulatory clarity, global credibility, and a stable base for virtual asset firms operating from the UAE.