News Across Asia - Page 2

ASEAN Briefing

Understanding Vietnam Accounting Standards (VAS) for Foreign Companies

12/02/2025

Foreign companies must follow Vietnam Accounting Standards for statutory reporting. See how VAS affects compliance, audits, and IFRS alignment.

China Briefing

China's NMPA Issues Comprehensive Guidelines to Reform Cosmetics Regulation

12/02/2025

China’s newly released cosmetics guidelines create a more innovative, transparent, and globally aligned regulatory environment. Early compliance will give companies a clear competitive edge in the world’s largest beauty market.

India Briefing

Karnataka Menstrual Leave Order: Introduction of Mandatory Paid Leave for Women Employees

12/02/2025

Beginning November 12, 2025, Karnataka will require employers to provide women employees with one paid menstrual leave day per month, strengthening workplace welfare standards and adding new compliance and HR obligations for businesses.

Middle East Briefing

Bahrain Makes Golden Visa More Affordable, Cuts Property Investment Threshold by 35 Percent

12/02/2025

Bahrain has reduced the Golden Visa property investment threshold to BHD 130,000. Learn who qualifies, key benefits, and how this change boosts investor demand.

China Briefing

Unlocking China's New VAT Law: Key Changes, Business Impacts, and Compliance Tips

12/02/2025

This article breaks down the key changes of China's New Value-Added Tax (VAT) Law, their implications for businesses operating in China, and what enterprises should do to adapt to the evolving tax landscape.

India Briefing

India Amends TCS Rules, 2025 with New Authentication Standards for Messaging Platforms

12/01/2025

Under the Telecommunication Cyber Security (TCS) Amendment Rules, 2025, messaging app platforms in India are now required to implement SIM-linked authentication.

China Briefing

The Best Oil and Gas Software Solutions for 2026

12/01/2025

The oil and gas industry is shifting to AI, predictive analytics, cloud computing, IoT sensors, and robotics to reduce downtime, optimize wells, and improve safety.

ASEAN Briefing

Should Intercompany Fees in Indonesia Be Classified as Services, Royalties, or Cost Recharges?

12/01/2025

Indonesia’s rules on classifying intercompany fees as services, royalties, or cost recharges shape withholding, VAT, and audit exposure for foreign companies.

India Briefing

India Manufacturing Tracker 2025

12/01/2025

Introducing the India Manufacturing Tracker 2025 by India Briefing—your go-to source for real-time updates on the country's industrial production, emerging trends, and key sector insights.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam VAT Rates and Applicability in 2025: A Brief Guide

12/01/2025

For business owners or investors, understanding Vietnam's Value Added Tax (VAT) system is crucial for compliance and strategic planning in the Vietnamese market.

China Briefing

Shanghai Eastern Hub: Visa-Free Entry for Global Business Travelers Up to 30 Days

12/01/2025

The Shanghai Eastern Hub offers a new level of convenience for international business engagement, innovation, and specialized services. With its unique policy mix, it provides foreign enterprises with new opportunities for expansion.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Announces Major Changes to Tax Procedures Law Effective January 2026

12/01/2025

The UAE has introduced major changes to its Tax Procedures Law 2026 framework, introduces clearer refund timelines, expanded audit powers, and binding tax interpretations to enhance transparency and streamline compliance across the tax system.