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China Briefing
Heilongjiang Pilot Free Trade Zone Booms as China-Russia Trade Shows Sharp Increase
09/13/2021Access to seaports and the Trans-Siberian rail has helped the Heilongjiang Free Trade Zone attract nearly 9,000 corporate investors.
Vietnam Briefing
COVID-19: Transitioning Your Business for Remote Work in Vietnam
09/13/2021Vietnam Briefing offers practical advice on how businesses can mitigate the disruption to their work and operations by using remote tools.
India Briefing
Assam Electric Vehicle Policy, 2021: Everything You Need to Know
09/10/2021The Assam Electric Vehicle Policy, 2021 aims to achieve 25 percent EV market penetration by 2026 and includes incentives for manufacturers.
ASEAN Briefing
Indonesia’s Omnibus Law: New Tax Treatment to Support Ease of Doing Business
09/10/2021Learn about new income tax exemptions for foreign dividends received by domestic taxpayers, reduced WHT on bond interest, and other tax law amendments.
China Briefing
“996” is Ruled Illegal: Understanding China’s Changing Labor System
09/09/2021China’s top court has ruled that the “996” overtime work policy (working 9am to 9pm, 6 days a week) is illegal. We discuss the business ramifications.
India Briefing
Due Process for Terminating an Employee in India
09/09/2021Foreign companies with a firm grasp of HR procedures in their home country may find that their established practices have little bearing in India. In this article, we cover the legal compliance provisions and termination procedures in India.
China Briefing
Applying for a PU Letter to Visit China
09/09/2021We explain the available options for conducting business affairs in China during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic period when a personal visit is required.
Vietnam Briefing
A Guide to Import and Export Procedures in Vietnam
09/09/2021Vietnam Briefing provides a step-by-step guide to understand the country’s import and export procedures including registration and license permit requirements.
China Briefing
Guangdong-Macao Intensive Cooperation Zone to Enjoy Free Trade Port Treatment
09/08/2021The Guangdong-Macao Intensive Cooperation Zone, at Zhuhai’s Hengqin island, is expected to set up a special customs supervision system and offer financial and tax incentives like Hainan FTP.
China Briefing
Bilateral Trade Between Brazil and China
09/08/2021The pandemic has made Brazil more reliant on China. In this op-ed, we consider some aspects of their bilateral trade and new growth areas.
ASEAN Briefing
Strengthening Myanmar's Trade Relations with Bangladesh
09/08/2021There are many opportunities to enhance Bangladesh's bilateral trade and investment relations with Myanmar.
ASEAN Briefing
Stamp Duty in Indonesia: New Law in Effect
09/07/2021On January 1, 2021, Indonesia’s Law No. 10 of 2020 on Stamp Duty (the “Law”) came into effect, replacing the previous stamp duty law from 1985.