News Across Asia - Page 2

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.

Vietnam Briefing

What Manufacturers Should Evaluate Before Establishing Factory in Vietnam

05/28/2026

Establishing factory operations in Vietnam requires manufacturers to evaluate more than labor and industrial land costs.

Vietnam Briefing

Complying with Vietnam’s Electronic Labor Contract Framework: Circular 08/2026

05/28/2026

Navigate your compliance with Vietnam's electronic labor contract regime under Circular No. 08/2026/TT-BNV, which provides detailed guidance on Decree No. 337/2025/ND-CP.

China Briefing

Selling Through Livestreams in China? Make Sure Your Content is Legal

05/27/2026

Foreign brands selling in China face a wave of new compliance obligations as regulators bring livestream e-commerce under the country's Advertising Law for the first time.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Raises Statutory Basic Salary From July 2026: Implications for Employers

05/27/2026

Vietnam’s government has issued Decree 161/2026/ND-CP, introducing an increase to the country’s statutory pay rate, effective July 1, 2026.

India Briefing

Working in India as an Expat: Visa, Tax, Payroll, and Relocation Guide for Foreign Employees

05/27/2026

We explain what expatriates and multinational employers should consider before, during, and after an India assignment, including visa, tax residency, payroll, EPF, banking, housing, schooling, foreign exchange, PE risk, and repatriation planning.