News Across Asia

China Proposes Global Rules for Managing Sovereign Digital Currencies

Why Reforms are Necessary Despite Vietnam's Successful Containment of Pandemic

Vietnam Briefing highlights necessary domestic reforms as per the IMF for Vietnam's continued growth even as it has successfully navigated the pandemic.

An Introduction to Doing Business in Hong Kong 2021 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates

An Introduction to Doing Business in Hong Kong 2021, the latest publication from Dezan Shira & Associates, is out now.

Transfer Pricing in Indonesia: A Guide for Foreign Investors

Indonesia endorses the arm’s length principle as the standard guide to transfer pricing.

China’s Crackdown on Malicious Trademark Registration: A Guide for Foreign Businesses

We examine China's crackdown on bad faith trademarks and provide tips for trademark protection for overseas businesses seeking to enter the Chinese market.

India Raises FDI Cap for Insurance Sector to 74%, Ownership Restrictions Eased

Raising the FDI limit for India's insurance sector will bring in much needed foreign capital, diversify insurance channels, and increase penetration rates.

Thailand Approves Latest Economic Relief Package for Businesses

Thailand’s latest relief package aims to improve the liquidity of businesses still impacted by the pandemic through the issuance of soft loans.

Vietnam’s Free Trade Agreements – Opportunities for Your Business

Vietnam’s free trade agreements are a great opportunity for foreign investors that have not taken advantage of their potential benefits.

India’s Tier-2 Cities: What is the Appeal for Foreign Businesses?

India’s Tier-2 cities are well-connected to metropolitan centers, are usually home to industrial clusters, and offer higher living standards at lower costs.

Land Rights in Vietnam – What They Are and How You Can Acquire Land

Once a foreign investor has decided on Vietnam as a location to establish operations, the next significant step is identifying where and how to obtain land for their business.

Q&A: How Vietnam's Supply Chains Differ from its Peers and its Participation in Global Value Chains

In this Q&A with Rebecca An, we look at Vietnam's participation in global value chains with an emphasis on the electronics industry.

Belt and Road Weekly Investor Intelligence, #22

This week, we look at China's 'Vision 2035' plan and implications for the BRI, Sino-Soviet diplomacy, and Thailand and Vietnam as alternatives to China.