News Across Asia - Page 62

ASEAN Briefing

Philippines–Canada FTA: Trade and Investment Outlook

06/25/2025

Canada and the Philippines are negotiating an FTA aimed at expanding bilateral trade, investment, and sectoral cooperation.

Middle East Briefing

Qatar and Kuwait Sign Tax Agreement to Boost Economic Ties

06/25/2025

Qatar and Kuwait new tax agreement eliminates double taxation and strengthens financial cooperation, boosting bilateral trade and investment.

India Briefing

India-UK FTA 2025: Strategic Insights for Textile Exporters and Importers

06/24/2025

Learn how the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is reshaping textile trade. Explore tariff-free access, export data, compliance requirements, and strategic insights for Indian manufacturers and UK importers.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Joins BRICS: Investment Opportunities in the Strategic Partnership

06/24/2025

Vietnam has officially received partner-country status within BRICS, joining Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand in aligning more closely with the bloc of major emerging economies.

ASEAN Briefing

Vietnam’s New Corporate Income Tax Law: What Foreign Investors Need to Know

06/24/2025

Vietnam’s revised tax law narrows incentives for subsidiaries and adds anti-abuse rules. Learn how foreign firms should respond.

China Briefing

New Guidelines for Personal Information Protection Audits - Clarifying Requirements and Processes (Part I)

06/24/2025

The new guidelines clarify requirements and processes for conducting personal information protection audits, compulsory for companies processing high volumes of personal information as of May 1, 2025.

India Briefing

New EV Scheme Paves Way for Global Auto Majors to Invest in India

06/24/2025

India has launched the official application portal for its new electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing scheme—SPMEPCI. Eligible automakers can submit applications between June 24 and October 21, 2025.

Middle East Briefing

Dubai Enacts Strong Whistleblower Protection to Safeguard Public Funds

06/24/2025

Dubai introduces detailed whistleblower protection measures to safeguard public funds, promote transparency.

ASEAN Briefing

How Malaysia’s SST Expansion can Impact Consumer Goods

06/23/2025

Malaysia’s 2025 SST changes may impact consumer goods through higher import costs, service taxes, and compliance shifts.

India Briefing

Guide to Mandatory SHe-Box Registration for Employers in India

06/23/2025

India's national capital now mandates SHe-Box registration for organizations, public and private, under the PoSH Act. Learn key compliance steps, state-level actions, and how private firms must register.

Middle East Briefing

GCC Announces Islamic New Year Holiday Dates for Public and Private Sector

06/23/2025

Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCC) governments have issued Islamic New Year holiday notices for both public and private sectors.

China Briefing

China’s Population Decline – The Impact on Business, the Economy, and Labor Markets

06/23/2025

China's shrinking population is a pressing concern for businesses and policymakers alike, but long-term planning and leveraging on new opportunities can mitigate the potential impacts.