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China Briefing
Post VAT Reform: Defining Small Scale and General Taxpayer Status in China
09/08/2016Prior to the full implementation of the VAT reform in May, the SAT released an announcement clarifying the scope of small scale and general taxpayers. In this article, we look at how to determine if your entity qualifies for general taxpayer status.
Vietnam Briefing
U.S. Visitors to Vietnam Now Eligible for 1 Year Visa
09/06/2016Vietnam has implemented a visa agreement with the United States, which extends business and tourism visas to one year. Read more to understand the arrangement and the impact it is likely to have on investment and business sentiment.
China Briefing
Resolving Labor Conflicts: New Regulations on Wage Payment Methods in Shanghai
08/24/2016Shanghai recently released a new regulation on wage payment methods to make several clarifications and improvements on wage calculation and standards. In this article, we highlight key changes made in the regulations, and provide solutions for labor disputes.
China Briefing
An Introduction to China’s M&A Market
07/22/2016While inbound M&A growth in China has not been keeping pace with its outbound, the M&A remains one of the key investment vehicles with which foreign companies can enter the Middle Kingdom. In this excerpt from the latest issue of China Briefing, we take a
Vietnam Briefing
City Spotlight: Investment Opportunities in Hai Phong
07/15/2016Hai Phong is Vietnam's most promising location for China plus one production. Read more for an analysis on corporate establishment procedures, key industries, and tax incentives available within the city.
China Briefing
Understanding Mergers and Acquisitions in China – New Issue of China Briefing Magazine
06/22/2016The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, focusing on the country's M&A market and its regulatory framework, is out now and available for download in the Asia Briefing bookstore.
Vietnam Briefing
City Spotlight: Investment Opportunities in Da Nang
06/20/2016Da Nang is among Vietnam's top locations for foreign investment. Learn which industries are primed for growth and understand how to best structure your setup to tap into these opportunities.
China Briefing
Turning up the Heat: Understanding China’s Regional High Temperature Allowance
06/08/2016As summer approaches, a notice detailing temperature standards in Shanghai workplaces and the proper payment of the high temperature allowance has been released. In this article, we take a closer look at the notice and examine how the regulations differ by Chinese province.
ASEAN Briefing
The ASEAN Economic Community and What it means for Intellectual Property
05/31/2016The AEC will be a turning point for the Southeast Asian business environment, but businesses should not assume that risks to their IP assets will be immediately reduced by AEC measures – diligence and a sound protection strategy will be even more vital
China Briefing
China Regulatory Brief: Preferential Policies for Coal Enterprises and the Abolishment of Unnecessary Certificates
05/23/2016In this week's China Regulatory Brief, we discuss the adjusting time of the minimum wage standard in China, the preferential policies for steel & iron companies, the abolishment of unnecessary certificates, as well as the country's airport construction plan.
China Briefing
Opening a Bank Account in China
05/20/2016As China’s banking system continues to liberalize and become more international, foreign investors have increasing flexibility over the management of funds. In this article, we lay out the steps and options foreign investors must consider when opening a Chinese bank account.
China Briefing
China Investment Roadmap: the Elderly Care Industry – New Issue of China Briefing Magazine
05/19/2016The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, focusing on foreign investment in China's elderly care industry, is out now and available for download in the Asia Briefing bookstore.