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ASEAN Briefing

Thailand Introduces Digital Work Permit System for Foreign Employers

11/26/2025

Thailand’s digital work permit system streamlines hiring for foreign employers with faster processing and a unified online application workflow.

China Briefing

China’s FDI in 2025: What the First 10 Months Reveal

11/26/2025

China’s FDI in the first 10 months of 2025 reflects a mixed picture: declining inflows but rising new market entries. Behind the numbers lies a structural shift toward high-tech, services, and green growth.

China Briefing

A Guide to Minimum Wages in China (As of November 26, 2025)

11/26/2025

This article offers a guide to minimum wages in the Chinese Mainland and discuss how labor costs are affected by changes to the minimum wage levels. The data is current as of November 26, 2025.

Middle East Briefing

Kuwait's Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT): What Multinationals Need to Know

11/26/2025

Kuwait’s new Top-Up Tax aligns with OECD Pillar Two and enforces a 15 percent minimum tax on large multinationals, with regulations requiring stronger compliance and local substance.

China Briefing

EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline

11/26/2025

Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.

ASEAN Briefing

When a Representative Office Makes Sense in Indonesia

11/25/2025

Foreign investors must choose between a Representative Office or a PT PMA in Indonesia, and this guide explains when each structure fits your entry plan.

India Briefing

India-Cyprus Relations: Strategic Partnership and Economic Roadmap 2025–2029

11/25/2025

India and Cyprus advance their comprehensive partnership through strengthened defense ties, growing trade links, and a forward-looking Joint Action Plan for 2025–29.

China Briefing

Building and Maintaining Tax Health in China: A Complete Guide for Foreign Companies

11/25/2025

Building and Maintaining Tax Health in China is critical for foreign-invested enterprises facing complex tax regulations. This article provides actionable strategies to achieve a strong, low-risk tax position.

ASEAN Briefing

How Business Intelligence Identifies Hidden Supply Chain Risks in Indonesia’s Tier-1 and Tier-2 Regions

11/25/2025

Foreign investors can assess hidden supply chain risks in Indonesia’s Tier-1 and Tier-2 regions using localized business intelligence.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam-US Trade and Investment Relations: Updated to November 2025

11/25/2025

Despite ongoing uncertainty, the economic relationship between the two nations has continued to grow, with significant expansion in trade, investment, and bilateral agreements. We discuss the bilateral trade and investment relations between Vietnam and the US amidst the latest developments.

Middle East Briefing

Reassessing Risk and Protection Under the 2024 UAE-India Investment Treaty

11/25/2025

The UAE-India 2024 Investment Treaty establishes a stricter, compliance-driven regime that narrows protections while demanding clear investment eligibility, lawful structuring, and substantial business presence. Investors must prioritize documentation, regulatory compliance, and early dispute-planning to secure protection under the treaty.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Announces Private Sector Holiday for 54th Eid Al Etihad on December 1-2, 2025

11/25/2025

The UAE has declared December 1–2, 2025 as paid holidays for all private-sector employees to mark the 54th Eid Al Etihad. The unified schedule ensures a four-day weekend for most workers and reflects the country’s commitment to harmonising public- and private-sector holiday policies.