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Vietnam’s Economic Performance in H1 2025: Inflation, Trade, FDI, and Business Trends
Vietnam’s economy posted 7.52 percent growth in the first half of 2025, driven by services and manufacturing, despite global trade tensions and US tariffs.
Foreign Ownership Rules in the Philippines: What’s Allowed and Restricted
Understand what sectors are open, restricted, or closed to foreign ownership in the Philippines under current laws and incentives.
US Tariffs Set to Resume August 1; India Pushes for Balanced Trade Pact
Trump has extended the pause on US tariffs until August 1, 2025, for India trade talks. We share the latest updates on the ongoing trade negotiations, BRICS tensions, and the India-US genetically modified (GM) animal feed imports debate.
How to Legally Employ and Pay Foreign Workers in Indonesia
Hiring foreign workers in Indonesia involves permits, contracts, tax, and payroll rules that employers must comply with fully.
Vietnam to Require Corporate e-ID for Digital Procedures from July 1, 2025
As of July 1, 2025, entities in Vietnam will have to create an electronic identification (e-ID), as prescribed in regulations issued in 2024. We explain the requirements and procedures for obtaining a corporate e-ID.
Amended Law on Products and Goods Quality: Enhancing Traceability and Compliance
Vietnam’s revised Law on Product and Goods Quality, effective January 2026, introduces digital passports, stricter e-commerce oversight, and risk-based inspections to enhance product traceability and compliance.
Dubai Launches First Time Home Buyer Program
Dubai has launched a digital-first homebuyer program offering UAE residents—both nationals and expatriates—preferential terms on properties.
Vietnam’s New VAT Law: Key Compliance Guidance
We examine the latest updates to Vietnam's Value-Added Tax (VAT) regime, effective on July 1, 2025. Recent clarifications outline several key adjustments and their implications under the new VAT law, including changes to compliance requirements for businesses.
Vietnam's Tax and Transfer Pricing Compliance: New Regulations in VAT Law
This article outlines the key developments that stakeholders should be aware of in order to navigate Vietnam's tax and transfer pricing compliance effectively in 2025.
Transfer Pricing in Indonesia: What Will Trigger a Tax Audit in 2025
Indonesia’s 2025 tax audits now target outdated transfer pricing practices, requiring timely documentation and price-setting reports.
New Financial Rules in India Effective July 1, 2025: What Businesses Need to Know
India is introducing key financial rules from July 1, 2025, including mandatory Aadhaar for new PAN cards, stricter GST return rules, and an extended ITR filing deadline. Learn how these updates can affect businesses and taxpayers.
China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker: 2024-25
In the 2024-25 China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker, China Briefing offers up-to-date data and insights on China’s outbound investment developments and trends. Data is as of May 2025.
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