News Across Asia - Page 44

ASEAN Briefing

Termination and Severance in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Employers

07/01/2025

Foreign employers must follow legal grounds, notice rules, and severance pay procedures when terminating employees in Vietnam.

India Briefing

Understanding India’s DPDP Consent Management Rules for Businesses

07/01/2025

India released its Consent Management System (CMS) guidelines on June 6, 2025 via the Business Requirements Document (BRD), offering technical direction under the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.

Vietnam Briefing

Thanh Hoa Province: Opportunities in the Emerging Manufacturing Hub

07/01/2025

Backed by robust government support, abundant labor, and a rising number of foreign direct investment (FDI) projects, Thanh Hoa is becoming a preferred destination for investors seeking long-term, cost-efficient growth in the manufacturing and export sectors. 

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s New VAT Law: Key Compliance Guidance

07/01/2025

We examine the latest updates to Vietnam's Value-Added Tax (VAT) regime, effective on July 1, 2025. Recent clarifications outline several key adjustments and their implications under the new VAT law, including changes to compliance requirements for businesses.

Middle East Briefing

Trump's 90 Day Clock Is Up: Will GCC Become a Safe Bet for Global Investors?

07/01/2025

As Trump's 90 day tariff pause ends, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations are emerging as stable, tech-forward investment hubs.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam's Tax and Transfer Pricing Compliance: New Regulations in VAT Law

07/01/2025

This article outlines the key developments that stakeholders should be aware of in order to navigate Vietnam's tax and transfer pricing compliance effectively in 2025.

China Briefing

Hong Kong’s Stablecoins Bill: What It Means and Why It Matters

06/30/2025

Hong Kong’s Stablecoins Bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework to foster a secure, transparent, and innovative stablecoin ecosystem, positioning the SAR as a leading hub for digital asset development in Asia.

ASEAN Briefing

Transfer Pricing in Indonesia: What Will Trigger a Tax Audit in 2025

06/30/2025

Indonesia’s 2025 tax audits now target outdated transfer pricing practices, requiring timely documentation and price-setting reports.

ASEAN Briefing

Thailand’s Political Protests: Implications for Foreign Investors

06/30/2025

Thailand’s 2025 protests spark political and economic uncertainty, raising key risks and opportunities for foreign investors.

ASEAN Briefing

Malaysia’s SST Hike: Impact on Luxury Goods

06/30/2025

Malaysia’s luxury goods and services will be taxed at up to 10% starting July 1, raising costs for retailers and reshaping pricing strategies.

Middle East Briefing

Oman’s Industrial and Manufacturing Push Gains Traction with Global Investors

06/30/2025

Oman’s manufacturing sector grew 8.6 percent in 2024, attracting OMR 2.48 billion (US$6.45 billion) in foreign investment.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam’s On-Spot Export and Import Regime: Latest 2025 Updates

06/30/2025

Following the approval of the amended Customs Law and Value-Added Tax Law, the management of on-spot export and import activities in Vietnam has experienced significant changes.