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China Briefing
China's Standard Contract Measures for Personal Information Export - Additional Guidelines Released
04/17/2024The CAC has adopted measures for the streamlined "Standard Contract" procedure for exporting personal information. Here's how it works.
Middle East Briefing
Navigating UAE Tax Compliance: Insights from the FTA’s Taxpayer Charter
04/17/2024The UAE Taxpayer Charter outlines taxpayer obligations for compliance with tax laws and educates them about their rights, with the goal to establish greater transparency and mitigate tax avoidance.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam-Spain Bilateral Relations: Trade and Investment
04/16/2024We look at the latest data on bilateral trade and investment and discuss the various tax and investment treaties signed by Spain and Vietnam.
India Briefing
India-Mauritius DTAA Amendment Closes Tax Avoidance Loophole
04/16/2024India and Mauritius have agreed to abide by recent DTAA revisions, which include a PPT clause to prevent any unjustified tax avoidance.
ASEAN Briefing
Thailand Contemplates Protective Tariffs on Chinese Imports Amidst Surging Trade Deficit
04/16/2024The Thai government is considering imposing a VAT on Chinese goods priced less than 1,500 baht (US$40) that are routed through Thailand’s free trade zones.
Vietnam Briefing
Vietnam Advisory on Swapping of Working Days Around April 30 and May 1, 2024 Holidays
04/16/2024Vietnam's labor authority MOLISA has proposed a swap of workdays for the 2024 Reunification Day and International Workers' Day holiday.
China Briefing
A Guide to China’s New Company Law for Foreign Investors – New Publication Out Now
04/16/2024China's New Company Law has far-reaching implications for businesses. In this publication, we guide foreign investors through the changes of the New Company Law for existing and new FIEs and relevant stakeholders.
Middle East Briefing
Understanding the Dubai Unified Licence: Scope and Benefits
04/16/2024The Dubai Unified Licence (DUL) is issued to existing and newly established businesses operating with either a mainland or a free zone licence.
Middle East Briefing
Unveiling Opportunities: The United Arab Emirates Emerges as a Prime Destination for Entrepreneurs
04/16/2024The UAE's tax and regulatory environment and lifestyle indices has ranked it as a prime destination globally for entrepreneurs to launch a startup business in 2024 per a new report.
India Briefing
India-Peru Trade Agreement: Bilateral Negotiations Ongoing
04/15/2024India and Peru are negotiating a bilateral trade agreement that could lower tariffs, address technical barriers to trade, and introduce a dispute resolution mechanism.
China Briefing
Case Study: Strategy and Timing for Success in Cross-Border Dispute Resolution
04/15/2024Cross-border disputes have been increasing in China. This case study serves as a practical illustration of the available courses of action for foreign suppliers when their Chinese counterparts default on payments.
Middle East Briefing
Saudi Arabia Gives Status Update on NEOM Projects, Downsizes Area Under 'The Line' to 2.4KM
04/15/2024NEOM, Saudi Arabia's urban megaproject, has revised its development plans for its futuristic city, ‘The Line’ amidst funding challenges. However, the kingdom remains focused on executing other development projects under NEOM, and shared key targets and timelines.