News Across Asia - Page 6

India Briefing

How India's New e-B-4 Visa Solves Your Foreign Talent Challenges

12/18/2025

India’s new e-B-4 Visa has replaced the e-PLI visa, introducing a streamlined digital sponsorship framework for Indian companies engaging foreign expertise. We outline the policy changes, application process, and strategic implications.

China Briefing

How Companies Can Leverage the 30% Added Value Rule in Hainan

12/18/2025

Starting December 18, 2025, Hainan's 30 percent added value rule enables duty-free transfers to mainland China for goods processed in Hainan. This policy creates new options for cost reduction and supply chain optimization.

China Briefing

Beyond Zero Tariffs – What Hainan’s New Customs Zone Means for Industry, Investors, and the Island

12/18/2025

Effective December 18, 2025, the new Hainan customs zone introduces a two-line tariff system to boost processing and trade activities. It offers duty-free benefits for imports used within the island and incentives for value-added industries.

Middle East Briefing

Qatar Strengthens Tax Transparency with Launch of Tabadol Country-by-Country Reporting Portal

12/18/2025

Qatar launches the Tabadol portal for country-by-country tax reporting, requiring Qatar-headquartered MNEs notification by December 31, 2025.

India Briefing

India’s Medical Devices Sector: PLI Progress & 2026 Outlook

12/17/2025

India’s medical devices sector enters 2026 with strong momentum as the PLI scheme drives domestic manufacturing, exports, and investment. Explore policy progress, market outlook, and strategic opportunities for investors and global supply chains.

Vietnam Briefing

Unlock Your Retail Growth for Vietnam's 2026 Holiday Season

12/17/2025

The holiday season is a critical period for Vietnam’s retail sector, with Tet alone accounting for roughly 20 percent of annual FMCG revenue.

ASEAN Briefing

Using BI to Benchmark Consumer Markets in ASEAN with a Focus on Indonesia

12/17/2025

A BI-led framework for benchmarking ASEAN consumer markets and understanding Indonesia’s true demand depth.

India Briefing

What is India’s FDI Outlook for 2026? Key Policy Changes, Sectors, and Trade Deals

12/17/2025

India remains an attractive FDI destination in 2026 due to sector-specific liberalization, expanding free trade agreements, strong services and manufacturing inflows, and improved market access frameworks for foreign investors.

Vietnam Briefing

Sourcing Biodegradable Packaging in Vietnam: Regulatory and Market Overview

12/17/2025

Biodegradable packaging is becoming more popular in Vietnam as stricter environmental rules and sustainability goals increase the need for regulatory compliance.

Middle East Briefing

Tax and Reporting Obligations in the GCC: What MNEs Need to Know in 2026

12/17/2025

The GCC is rapidly shifting toward a more transparent, compliance-driven tax environment, shaped by digital reporting platforms and the adoption of OECD Pillar Two rules. Multinational groups must enhance regional tax governance to meet rising obligations while maintaining competitiveness.

ASEAN Briefing

Employment Contracts and Probation Rules for Foreign Employers in Vietnam

12/17/2025

How Vietnam’s employment contracts and probation rules affect foreign employers, workforce flexibility, and compliance risk in practice.

India Briefing

India Streamlines Business Visa Approval for Chinese Professionals to 4 Weeks

12/16/2025

India has eased business visa procedures for Chinese professionals, reducing processing times to under four weeks. The move indicates a strategic recalibration by India to support its manufacturing growth and stabilize cross-border supply chains.