News Across Asia - Page 6

ASEAN Briefing

Malaysia Tightens Data Protection from June 2025

04/25/2025

Malaysia’s updated PDPA takes effect June 2025—be ready for DPOs, breach alerts, and data portability requirements.

ASEAN Briefing

Value Added Tax in the Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Investors

04/25/2025

Get expert help with VAT registration, exemptions, and compliance in the Philippines for foreign-owned businesses.

India Briefing

India Must Avoid Trade Shortcuts Amid US-China Tariff Tensions: GTRI

04/24/2025

According to a GTRI report released on April 21, 2025, India could benefit from US tariffs on China; however, exporters must follow trade rules compliant with the US customs regulations.

Middle East Briefing

Dubai New Onshore Access Framework for Free Zone Companies

04/24/2025

Dubai new Decision No. 11 of 2025 enables free zone companies to legally operate in mainland Dubai through new licensing pathways, reducing structural inefficiencies and enhancing market access. The reform supports phased implementation, with key milestones ahead, and strengthens Dubai’s position as a regional business hub.

China Briefing

China’s Startup Landscape - Industries, Investment, and Incentive Policies 2025

04/24/2025

Explore China’s evolving startup scene—industries, VC trends, and the latest incentive policies shaping innovation and entrepreneurship in 2025.

China Briefing

China Deepens Service Sector Reform with New Pilot Program Expansion

04/23/2025

A new batch of pilot programs seek to further open up China's services sector, expanding foreign investor access in fields such as telecom, healthcare, and finance.

India Briefing

A Guide to India’s TDS Rates for FY 2025-26

04/23/2025

We explore India's updated tax deducted at source (TDS) rates and threshold changes for FY 2025–26 as per the Finance Act 2025, including detailed section-wise rates, compliance updates, and key tax reforms.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam to Reduce Import Quota for Ozone-Depleting Substances

04/23/2025

Vietnam cuts its HCFC import quota by 50 percent for 2025, marking a major policy step in line with global climate agreements and net-zero goals.

Middle East Briefing

Bahrain Ratified the UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty: Advancing Gulf Economic Integration

04/23/2025

Bahrain ratified the UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty, in a key move for economic integration and regional alignment on investment standards.

Middle East Briefing

How GCC Economies are Navigating Trump's 2025 Tariffs Better Than the Rest

04/23/2025

Under Trump's 2025 tariffs, GCC economies are outperforming regional peers, aided by oil wealth and growing trade ties with Asia.

ASEAN Briefing

How U.S. Tariffs Could Reshape the Philippine Economy and Key Export Sectors

04/23/2025

Discover how new U.S. tariffs could affect Philippine trade, electronics, garments, and agriculture, and what it means for foreign investors in 2025.

China Briefing

Filing Individual Tax Returns in Hong Kong: A Complete Guide

04/23/2025

Hong Kong's Inland Revenue Department will issue the Individual Tax Return for the year of assessment 2024/25 soon. Individual taxpayers are advised to start preparations early and allocate sufficient resources to meet the deadline.