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India Briefing
Should India be Your China Plus One?
06/07/2019Businesses adopt the China plus one model to reduce operating costs, diversify work forces and supply chains, and access new markets. India is an ideal alternative destination, offering the world’s third largest market, labor surplus, and cheaper wages
India Briefing
India’s Top Investment Destinations
05/10/2019We list five top states that are prominent investment destinations for multinational firms in India - Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
India Briefing
Applying for Tax Incentives in India: Frequently Asked Questions
05/01/2019Tax incentives are available to businesses in India depending on the economic activity, industry, location, and size of the firm. In this article, we answer FAQs on applying for tax incentives and tax breaks in India.
China Briefing
China Reinforces IP Laws to Protect Trademarks, Trade Secrets
04/25/2019Revisions to the Trademark Law, Anti-Unfair Competition Law, and Administrative Licensing Law will strengthen intellectual property safeguards for businesses in China.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam’s Industrial Zones – How to Pick a Location for Your Business
04/24/2019Vietnam's industrial zones present foreign investors with a wealth of business opportunities in the country, but understanding them fully and picking the most suitable one can be the difference between success and failure in Vietnam.
China Briefing
China's Industrial Power Rates: A Guide for Investors
04/23/2019China's electricity prices for industrial consumers are fixed according to the category of industry, type of electricity usage, and region where it is located.
Vietnam Briefing
Customs Procedures in Vietnam: Documentation and Processing
04/19/2019Foreign investors need to be aware of the relevant custom procedures while importing or exporting in Vietnam. Here we explain the step by step process.
China Briefing
China Labor Market: Hiring Costs, Job Preferences, Talent Acquisition
04/15/2019We highlight key aspects of China's labor market in 2019, including labor costs, job preferences, talent shortages, and relaxation of hukou limits.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam's Import and Export Regulations Explained
04/12/2019We explain the import and export procedures and taxes that foreign investors in Vietnam must pay attention to when setting up a trading company.
Vietnam Briefing
A Guide to District 2, Ho Chi Minh City – Thu Thiem New Urban Area
04/10/2019The Thu Thiem new urban area is an upcoming area in District 2 of Ho Chi Minh City. Living in Asia gives us an insight into upcoming developmental projects including the progress on the Ho Chi Minh metro.
China Briefing
Economic Reform in China: Current Progress and Future Prospects
04/03/2019China seems determined to find and pursue its own reform path – just as it did in the past – irrespective of external pressures.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam E-visas: Complete Guide 2023
04/02/2019Vietnam has extended its e-visa program until 2021. We take a look at which nationalities are eligible and explain the application process.