News Across Asia

India's Business Environment Reforms Ongoing, Digital Governance Gets More Streamlined

The National Single Window System, a one-stop digital platform for accessing approvals to start a business in India, is part of a series of ongoing reforms.

The US-ASEAN Expanded Economic Engagement Initiative

The US-ASEAN Expanded Economic Engagement Initiative is a framework to promote increased trade and investment cooperation between the US and ASEAN.

How to Incorporate a Wholly Owned Subsidiary in India?

We explain step-by-step how a wholly owned subsidiary company is incorporated in India and highlight important compliance obligations.

Mitigating Against China’s Power Shortages

The Supreme Court’s Decision Against 996: Looking from Inside

In his latest op-ed, Guilherme Campos contends with the mixed industry response about the significance of the Supreme Court ruling against '996' work hours.

Belt and Road Investor Intelligence #48

This week, we look at China's green ambitions ahead of COP26, regional stock markets in Russia, Singapore, and China, and BRI digital tax settlements.

Chinese Ambassador To The United States Explains Democracy To The Carter Center & Bush Foundation

The US-ASEAN Trade and Investment Facilitation Agreement Explained

The US and ASEAN have agreed on an updated TIFA arrangement for 2021-22, along with an Expanded Economic Engagement (E3) Work Plan.

A Guide to Foreign Investment in Vietnam - Latest Issue of Vietnam Briefing Magazine

In this issue of Vietnam Briefing magazine, we provide a guide to foreign investment in Vietnam including market entry options, labor market, and hiring staff.

More Regulatory Clarity After China Bans For-Profit Tutoring in Core Education

China has banned for-profit private tutoring firms in core education. FIEs in this sector have to stop engaging in such activities and change their business scope accordingly.

Singapore Exchange Becomes the First Major Bourse in Asia to Allow SPAC Listings

As of September 3, 2021, the Singapore Exchange is among Asia’s first major bourse to allow the listing of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs).

China's Stock Markets - An Introductory Guide for Foreign Investors

China’s stock markets are becoming increasingly accessible to foreign investors. We provide a comprehensive overview of how they work and who can invest.