News Across Asia

Revised MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme Launched in India to Boost Industry

The government will subsidize MSMEs in India with modern business management tools under the revised MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme.

Malaysia Budget 2023: Changes to Corporate and Individual Tax Regimes

Malaysia’s Budget for 2023 has changed the country’s corporate and individual tax regimes.

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UK Progresses With 'Trade Wins' As GCC Trade Deal Looks Promising

Oman Increases 14 Day, Visa-Free Access To 103 Countries

US Lifts COVID-19 Restrictions on Travelers from China

As the US lifts COVID restrictions on inbound travelers from China and its administrative areas, we look at the impact of the policy shift on the relationship between the two countries.

Preparing for China’s Annual CIT Filing: How to Deal with Book-Tax Differences

Book-tax difference management is a key aspect of annual CIT filing in China, which businesses need to handle to avoid unnecessary penalties.

Laos-Vietnam to Boost Trade with Slew of New Agreements

Earlier this year, Vietnam and Laos signed a number of key agreements to boost trade. In this light, here’s what trade between the two countries currently looks like.

India's Securities Regulator Asks Investors in India to Link PAN with Aadhaar by March 31, 2023

India's securities regulator, SEBI, has asked all investors to link their Permanent Account Number (PAN) with Aadhaar or face deactivation.

2023 AmCham China Business Climate Survey - Insights and Analysis

We look at the findings of AmCham's latest business climate report and discuss the challenges currently facing foreign companies in China

New Due Diligence Requirements for Corporate Finance Advisers in Singapore

Corporate finance advisers in Singapore must implement new due diligence requirements by October 1, 2023.

South Indian State of Karnataka Liberalizes Labor Law After Lobbying by Apple, Foxconn

Karnataka will allow 12-hour work days in industries - but capped at a 48-hour work week, night shifts for women, and a maximum of145 overtime hours in a 3-month period.