Business updates and special topic events, specially curated to for global foreign investors in Asia

May 16, 2024

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Weekly business and foreign investment news roundup in Asia

by Asia Briefing and Dezan Shira & Associates.

ASIA EDITION


TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:


Filing Individual Tax Returns in Hong Kong: A Complete Guide

The filing of individual tax returns in Hong Kong has commenced. General taxpayers should submit their tax returns on or before June 3, 2024, while sole proprietors of unincorporated businesses should submit before August 2, 2024.


China Fully Allows Visa-Free Entry for Foreign Tourist Groups on Cruise Ships

China’s immigration agency announced that it will grant a visa-free policy for foreign tourist groups to enter China by cruise at all cruise ports along the coast of China, starting May 15, 2024.


India’s Trade Performance in FY2024 and Pivot to New Export Markets

We discuss India’s trade performance in FY 2023-24 and the strategy to overcome the trade deficit by penetrating new export markets for its commodities and value-added products.


Hanoi Attracts Over US$1 Billion in FDI in First Four Months of 2024

Hanoi recorded 73 newly licensed foreign-invested projects with an accumulated foreign direct investment (FDI) intake of over US$1 billion between January and April of 2024.


Insights into Thailand’s Standing in the 2024 Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index

The Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index 2024 report highlights Thailand’s strong manufacturing base for foreign investors by evaluating 48 specific parameters structured across eight key criteria.


Iran Inks 10-Year Port Deal with India: Strengthening Trade Routes and Economic Partnerships

After prolonged negotiations, Iran and India have successfully concluded a 10-year bilateral contract for the operation of Chabahar Port.

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COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS RESOURCES:


Navigating Asia's Industrial Landscape in 2024

The Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index is a model for ranking manufacturing destinations to help international manufacturers address knowledge gaps in the Asia region. The index covers eight countries: Bangladesh...


An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2024

This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by the experts at Dezan Shira & Associates, a specialist foreign direct investment practice, providing corporate establishment...


Navigating China’s New Company Law: A Guide for Foreign Investors

From stricter capital injection rules to enhanced corporate governance, the changes introduced in the New Company Law have far-reaching implications for businesses, including foreign invested enterprises (FIEs) operating in or...


UPCOMING EVENTS FOR ASIA:


EUSME Centre: Navigating Cross-Border Data Rules: A Practical Guide for European SMEs

Online & Beijing \| Thursday, May 16, 2024 \| 16:00-17:30 Beijing Time / 10:00-11:30 Brussels Time


India’s Top 5 Investment Destinations: Strengths and Opportunities for Foreign Businesses

Webinar \| Thursday, May 16, 2024 \| 9:00 AM Los Angeles / 12:00 PM New York


Unlocking Vietnam's Potential: Overview and Essentials for Setting Up [By Australian Industry Group]

Webinar \| 11:00 AM Vietnam Time / 12:00 PM Singapore Time / 2:00 PM Australia Time

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