News Across Asia

Regulatory Ambiguity, High Tax Forcing Virtual Asset Sector Out of India to Dubai

Regulatory ambiguity, high tax rates, and bureaucratic hurdles are discouraging the Indian virtual asset sector, even as Dubai is emerging as a crypto hub.

The Status of China’s Energy Transition and Decarbonization Commitments

China's energy transition is underway with plans for massive renewable energy infrastructure projects. Will it be enough to meet its carbon targets?

What's Going On In Sri Lanka?

Vietnam-India Strengthen Partnership, Trade on Sidelines of Parliament Speaker Visit

Vietnam Briefing overviews the India-Vietnam bilateral relationship on the sidelines of a visit by the Speaker of the Lower House of India's Parliament.

China Further Increased Tax Support for R&D Investments in 2022

China further increased its tax support for R&D investments in 2022, expanding super deduction on R&D expenditure to TSMEs. in an effort to encourage innovation, promote industrial upgrade, and strengthen the core competitiveness of the country.

Vietnam's Economy in Q1 Expands, but Supply Chain, Inflation Pose Challenges

Vietnam's economy grew in Q1 as factories resumed production. However, external headwinds like supply chain disruption, labor shortages, and inflation pose challenges.

Tax Incentives for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers in Malaysia: How Can Businesses Qualify?

Malaysia will continue to accept applications for tax incentives from pharmaceutical manufacturers until December 31, 2022.

How Does the Crisis in Sri Lanka Impact India?

As the economic crisis in Sri Lanka deepens, further spilling over into civil unrest and political instability in the island nation, we discuss its impact on India.

Q&A: The RCEP Advantage – New Trade Opportunities in Vietnam

In this Q&A with Marco Förster and Dang Trinh, we overview the RCEP, its history, future developments, and the benefits expected for Vietnam.

China Amends Laws to Reduce Red Tape - What Foreign Investors Need to Know

New regulatory amendments across a range of industries seek to reduce bureaucracy in China and boost market activity - here's what investors need to know.

New Criteria for Family Offices in Singapore to Receive Tax Incentives

The Monetary Authority of Singapore announced new stricter criteria for family offices to receive tax incentives in Singapore. The new rules apply as of April 18, 2022.

Why Vietnam is Increasingly Focusing on Digital Accounting

Vietnam Briefing discusses digital accounting in Vietnam, including trends, tools that are being used, and the government's push in digitizing the economy.