News Across Asia

Tax Incentives Available to Businesses Impacted by the Shanghai Lockdown

As China fights the latest wave of COVID-19, we summarize the Shanghai tax incentives that businesses can enjoy during the current lockdown.

China Business Sentiment Surveys: Foreign Companies Remain Committed Despite Headwinds

We discuss the factors shaping China business sentiment amid local COVID-19 disruptions and global headwinds.

Tax, Accounting, and Audit in Vietnam 2022 - New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates

Tax, Accounting, and Audit in Vietnam 2022, the latest publication from Dezan Shira & Associates, is out now and available for download.

Vietnam Issues Guiding Regulations on Trade Remedies in RCEP: Circular 7

Vietnam Briefing details the government's recently issued Circular 7 on how to tackle trade remedy measures for businesses using the RCEP.

Labuan Companies Amendment Bill 2022: Key Updates

New provisions in the Labuan Companies Amendment Bill 2022 affect corporate governance and increases the authority of the financial services regulator.

China Eases Travel Requirements: New Guidelines from May 19, 2022

China eases travel requirements for for inbound overseas travelers by adjusting some of the pre-departure COVID-19 test policies.

How Dezan Shira Moved Out Of China To India To Develop As An Asian, as Well As China Advisory & Consultancy Practice

Why Does the US-ASEAN Special Summit Lack Substantial Value?

Despite hitting the right notes, the US-ASEAN summit lacked the concrete trade and investment commitments that ASEAN members were seeking.

Vocational Education in China: New Law Promotes Sector’s Growth

China’s current policies offer a favorable environment for foreign investment but it is advised to conduct proper due diligence work prior to making market entry or expansion plans.

Evaluating the New 2022 China Trade & Supply Chains 

Beware the Post-Covid, Partial-Opening Up Of ASEAN

The partial opening of ASEAN economies can mean partially closing them too. It pays to alert and have contingency plans in place.

GDPR Versus PIPL - Key Differences and Implications for Compliance in China

How different are Chinese and European data regulations? We compare the requirements under the PIPL vs GDPR and discuss steps for companies to be compliant.