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China Briefing
China Trade Union Funds Explained
05/16/2024We introduce China trade union funds system, examining sources, regulations, and payment methods. Additionally, we explore the current state of trade unions in China, with specific considerations for foreign-owned enterprises.
Middle East Briefing
Setting Up in Sharjah, UAE: A Foreign Investment Guide
05/16/2024The UAE emirate of Sharjah is not reliant on oil and gas reserves, and has well-developed manufacturing, construction, and service sectors. We highlight top sector opportunities and key locations for investors.
India Briefing
Industry Bodies, Associations Seek Extension for Digital Competition Bill Feedback
05/15/2024The bill proposes a preemptive regulatory framework for overseeing digital markets in India, drawing inspiration from the Digital Markets Act of the European Union. Industry stakeholders are opposed to ex ante regulation fearing limits to market growth and stifling innovation.
ASEAN Briefing
Vietnam’s Updated Telecommunications Law Takes Effect July 1
05/15/2024Vietnam's updated telecommunication law, designed to align with the current digital economy, will take effect on July 1, 2024. Specific provisions regarding data centers, cloud computing, OTT services, and network number fees will become effective on January 1, 2025.
Vietnam Briefing
Port Infrastructure in Vietnam: 3 Regional Hubs for Importers and Exporters
05/15/2024Port infrastructure in Vietnam varies from region to region. Vietnam Briefing highlights and compares port infrastructure in three key economic regions.
China Briefing
China Fully Allows Visa-Free Entry for Foreign Tourist Groups on Cruise Ships
05/15/2024Starting May 15, 2024, foreign tourist groups traveling by cruise ships and organized by Chinese domestic travel agencies can enter China visa-free from ports in 13 cities and stay in eligible areas for 15 days.
China Briefing
France-China Relations: Trade, Investment, and Recent Developments
05/15/2024As French President Emmanuel Macron makes an official visit to China this week, we discuss the latest bilateral trade and investment data and key diplomatic developments between the two countries.
India Briefing
India Signs 10-Year Pact with Iran to Operate its Chabahar Port
05/14/2024India and Iran have signed an agreement on bilateral operation of the Chabahar Port, wherein the former will manage Shahid-Behesti terminal.
China Briefing
Tianjin Free Trade Zone Releases China’s First Negative List for Cross-Border Data Transfer
05/14/2024The Tianjin Free Trade Zone has released China's first data Negative List outlining the types of data that must undergo a security review by China's cybersecurity bureau to be transferred out of China.
China Briefing
Filing Individual Tax Returns in Hong Kong: A Complete Guide
05/14/2024Hong Kong's Inland Revenue Department has issued the Individual Tax Return for the year of assessment 2023/24. Individual taxpayers are advised to start preparations early and allocate sufficient resources to meet the deadline.
India Briefing
India's Trade Performance in FY 2023-24 and Strategy to Explore New Export Markets
05/14/2024We discuss India's trade performance in FY 2023-24 and the strategy to overcome the trade deficit by penetrating new export markets for its commodities and value-added products.
Vietnam Briefing
Hanoi Attracts Over US$1 Billion in FDI in First Four Months of 2024
05/14/2024Hanoi recorded 73 newly licensed foreign-invested projects with an accumulated foreign direct investment (FDI) intake of over US$1 billion between January and April of 2024.