News Across Asia - Page 71

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam to Enforce Mandatory Online Investor Selection: New Bidding Policies Under Decree 225/2025

09/01/2025

Vietnam has updated many previous rules for investor selection procedures with Decree No. 225/2025/ND-CP, which ultimately promotes greater accountability and fairness in the bidding process.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia’s New Work Permit Rules and How to Check Your Iqama Profession Code

09/01/2025

Understand Saudi Arabia’s updated expat work permit system and a step-by-step guide to check your Iqama profession code.

ASEAN Briefing

How to Close a Company in the Philippines: BIR, SEC, and LGU Clearances

08/30/2025

Foreign investors must secure BIR, SEC, and LGU clearances to close a company in the Philippines efficiently and avoid liabilities.

India Briefing

India's Beauty & Personal Care Boom in 2025: Strategic Insights for Global Investors

08/29/2025

India’s beauty and personal care market is expected to reach nearly US$48.5 billion by 2033, driven by luxury brand expansion, natural products, digital personalization, and sustainability-focused strategies.

India Briefing

India's Foreign Direct Investment Tracker 2025

08/29/2025

India recorded over US$50 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in FY 2024–25, signaling investor confidence amid regulatory reforms and sectoral liberalization. Explore key trends, top sectors, and routes for foreign investment.

Middle East Briefing

Egypt’s Public Free Zones Explained: Tax Breaks, Exports, and Investor Benefits

08/29/2025

Egypt's new public free zones come with incentives, customs exemptions, and export-only production rules to reach US$140 billion in exports.

China Briefing

Rare Earth Elements: Understanding China’s Dominance in Global Supply Chains

08/29/2025

China accounts for the vast majority of the world's production and processing of rare earth elements, giving it vital leverage in trade negotiations. We explore China's leading position in the sector and discuss how companies can navigate supply chain risks.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Plans Preferential Power Tariff Bid for Semiconductor Fabs

08/28/2025

Vietnam is preparing special and preferential power tariff policies for semiconductor manufacturers, addressing the sector’s heavy energy demands and its sensitivity to power disruptions.

ASEAN Briefing

Brunei’s Industrial Parks - Should They Be Part of Your ASEAN Strategy?

08/28/2025

Brunei’s industrial parks offer low tax, trade access, and sector support but face limits in labor and scale for investors.

India Briefing

Reverse Flipping in India: Why Startups Are Returning Home and What It Means for Businesses

08/28/2025

Explore how regulatory reforms, deepening capital markets, and growing investor participation are making reverse flipping a mainstream strategy for Indian startups.

China Briefing

China VAT Rebate Policy Updates Effective September 2025: Key Changes and Impacts

08/28/2025

China has narrowed VAT rebate eligibility in 2025 to boost fiscal revenue. Learn which industries qualify and how the changes impact businesses.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Declares Public Holiday on September 5, 2025 for Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday

08/28/2025

The UAE has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, as a public holiday for Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, creating a three-day weekend that impacts workforce planning, business operations, and consumer spending.