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ASEAN Briefing
Four Decades Strong: Apple Expands Its Singapore Campus
07/30/2024Apple’s US$250 million investment in its Singapore campus reinforces the city-state's status as a key tech hub.
India Briefing
India to Enforce Mandatory BIS Standards for Chemicals and Petrochemicals
07/30/2024India will implement mandatory BIS standards for chemicals and petrochemical products, applicable on both domestic manufacturers and imports.
China Briefing
China’s Export Surge: A Closer Look at H1 2024 Trade Expansion
07/30/2024China's exports surged 6.9 percent in H1 2024 to RMB 12.13 trillion, bolstered by high-tech sectors, with significant growth in trade with ASEAN and Latin America. However, exports to the EU, US, Japan, and Australia declined. We offer a comprehensive breakdown and analysis of China's trade dynamics for H1 2024 and insights into future trends.
Vietnam Briefing
Regulation of Vietnam’s Real Estate Market: New Laws in Effect from August 1, 2024
07/29/2024New laws and decrees, along with the implementation of a directive to initiate a nationwide land inventory, are expected to shake up the regulation of Vietnam’s property market and professionalize real estate brokerage.
India Briefing
Digital Communications Hacks to Help Streamline Your Business Presentations
07/29/2024Mastering business presentations is crucial across all sectors, and with the right techniques—like optimizing voice projection, editing, and document formatting—you can transform your presentations into effective, polished tools for communication and learning.
China Briefing
Hong Kong’s New Patent Box Regime: A 5% Tax Concession for Qualified IP Income
07/29/2024The patent box tax concession in Hong Kong was enacted on July 5, 2024. Taxpayers who meet specific requirements can be charged profits tax at the concessionary rate of 5 percent instead of the normal profits tax rate of 16.5 percent.
India Briefing
Old vs New Tax Regime in India: How to Choose the Right Tax Option
07/29/2024We discuss the old and new tax regimes and the changes announced in the Union Budget 2024-25 to assist taxpayers in making an informed choice.
Middle East Briefing
Intellectual Property Regulations in the UAE
07/29/2024For business owners and entrepreneurs in the UAE, understanding the country's intellectual property rights regime is essential for protecting their creations and business secrets, thereby securing their unique offerings and maintaining a competitive edge.
ASEAN Briefing
Singapore's Growing Investments in Vietnam: Key Sectors
07/27/2024Singapore's investments in Vietnam boost key sectors like manufacturing, real estate, and energy.
ASEAN Briefing
Electric Vehicle Imports in the Philippines Benefit from Expanded Zero-Tariff Rates
07/26/2024The Philippines has extended its zero-tariff rates on EV imports, aligning with its commitment to develop a domestic electric vehicle market.
China Briefing
China Announces Several Measures to Facilitate Hotel Accommodation for Overseas Personnel
07/26/2024New measures in China aim to simplify access to hotel accommodations for overseas travelers by removing barriers and enhancing services.
Vietnam Briefing
US Commerce Department Delays Decision on Vietnam's Market Economy Status Due to IT Disruptions
07/26/2024The US Commerce Department has delayed its decision on upgrading Vietnam to market economy status to August 2 due to IT disruptions caused by CrowdStrike software issues.