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China Briefing

Comprehensive Evaluation during Budget Review: A Practical Case Study

12/24/2025

A professional budget evaluation is far more than checking numbers—it is a strategic assessment from assumptions to risks. This article provides a structured framework for reviewing investment requests to ensure resources are allocated wisely.

China Briefing

China Tax Filing and Payment Deadlines for 2026

12/24/2025

Businesses operating in China are suggested to pay attention to the tax filing and payment deadlines for 2026 to avoid late payment penalties and tax credit downgrading.

China Briefing

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

12/24/2025

Trump has threatened an additional 100% tariff on Chinese goods in retaliation for the expansion of rare earth export controls. This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on October 11, 2025.

Vietnam Briefing

Formalizing Artificial Intelligence Governance: Vietnam’s First AI Law

12/24/2025

Effective March 1, 2026, Vietnam AI Law introduces one of the world’s first comprehensive AI regulatory frameworks, outlining risk-based classifications, compliance requirements, innovation incentives, and strategic opportunities for businesses.

Middle East Briefing

GCC Financial Crime and Cybersecurity Risks: Regulatory Responses

12/24/2025

Financial crimes and cybersecurity risks are rising across the GCC as digital transformation surfaces across key sectors. Regulators are responding with tighter oversight and stronger cybersecurity and financial crime compliance requirements.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Amends Intellectual Property Law: Key Changes for Businesses

12/23/2025

Vietnam has recently updated its Intellectual Property Law to better suit its growing digital economy and enhance rights holders' enforcement.

India Briefing

India–New Zealand FTA: Financial Services Annex Unlocks Market Access for Banks, Fintech, and Digital Payments

12/23/2025

The Financial Services Annex in the India–New Zealand FTA covers banking, insurance, fintech, digital payments, data, and back-office services, going beyond WTO GATS commitments.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia’s Special Economic Zones: A Structural Shift for Foreign Investors

12/23/2025

Indonesia’s Special Economic Zones reflect a structural shift in policy, incentives, and infrastructure shaping foreign investment decisions.

India Briefing

India–New Zealand FTA: Business, Trade & Market Access FAQs for Exporters and Investors

12/23/2025

This article explains how the India–New Zealand FTA affects tariffs, sector-wise exports, services trade, investment flows, visas, and regulatory compliance for businesses operating between India and New Zealand.

China Briefing

An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2026 - New Publication Out

12/23/2025

Doing Business in China 2026 is out now and available for free download! It is designed to guide new and established investors in China with updated policy changes.

India Briefing

India's FTA Network: Updates in 2025

12/23/2025

India’s 2025 foreign agenda has been defined by accelerated negotiations and targeted updates to its free trade framework. India has concluded major trade agreements with the UK, Oman, and New Zealand, while expanding exploratory talks across Latin America, making 2025 a pivotal year for the country’s economic diplomacy.

India Briefing

India–UAE CEPA: Recent Updates Put “Utilization” and Compliance Back in Focus

12/23/2025

The India–UAE CEPA enters its implementation phase as the Joint Committee addresses market access frictions, regulatory coordination, and gold TRQ reforms, with bilateral trade between the two countries crossing US$100 billion in FY 2024-25.