News Across Asia

Vietnam’s Customs Procedures in 2025: Key Updates and Compliance

Vietnam has introduced major changes to its customs procedures and import-export tax policies through new policies, aiming to simplify customs procedures and offer incentives to investors and businesses engaged in cross-border trade.

Tax Health and Dispute Strategies for Foreign Firms in China

Tax health and dispute strategies are essential for foreign firms navigating heightened enforcement and digital compliance tools. This issue of China Briefing Magazine explores how investors in China can build tax health, handle audits, and resolve disputes effectively.

Profit Repatriation in the Philippines vs. Vietnam: Which is More Investor-Friendly?

Compare Vietnam and the Philippines to identify the more tax-efficient, investor-friendly route for repatriating profits.

What Foreign Investors Must Know About India’s FEMA Regulations

Navigating foreign investment in India demands strict compliance with the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), which governs FDI, external commercial borrowings, overseas direct investments, and cross-border transactions.

How US Tariffs on China Are Creating New Trade Opportunities for the UAE

US tariffs on Chinese create new export and transshipment opportunities for the UAE, while reshaping global trade flows. As supply chains diversify, the UAE is emerging as a key logistics hub connecting China with Western markets.

How to Hire in Saudi Arabia Legally: A Step-by-Step Guide

From Qiwa contracts to Saudization quotas, here’s what companies need to follow to hire legally in Saudi Arabia. A detailed guide based on updated amendments in Labor Laws in 2025.

Why Governance Drives FDI, FX & Market Performance

Asian Markets Surge as Investors Move Funds from US Equities

Asian markets are experiencing an influx of foreign investors. Find out how current foreign exchange data and market earnings are influencing the move.

US–China Trade Cheer Spurs SGD and Broader ASEAN Markets

US-China trade hopes are lifting the Singapore dollar and ASEAN markets, but don’t confuse momentum with permanence. Here’s what you should know.

US Tariffs on Vietnamese Exports: Analyzing the Executive Order of July 2025

Vietnam maintains favorable tariff rates under the latest US executive order signed on July 31, 2025. Explore implications for exporters, transshipment rules, and how the 20 percent duty compares with regional competitors.

Indonesia’s Construction Market: Growth Drivers and 2030 Forecast

Explore Indonesia’s construction market outlook through 2030 with key growth drivers, investment trends, and strategies for foreign investors.

Asia Transfer Pricing Brief: Q2 2025

In our Asia Transfer Pricing Brief for Q2 2025, we present the latest updates and new guidelines on transfer pricing in Hong Kong and Asia.