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Building HR Compliance Readiness Under India’s Labor Codes
Prepare your business for labor codes in India with practical insights on workforce management, compliance risks, and employment governance in 2026.
Income Tax June 2026 Compliance Calendar: ITR Guide for Employers
Stay compliant with India's June 2026 tax deadlines. Track critical dates for Form 16 issuance, Form 16A compliance, TDS deposits, and the first installment of advance tax while preparing for the transition to the Income-tax Act, 2025.
Is Your Business on the List? Vietnam Speeds Up Tax Code Closures for Inactive Firms
Vietnam's Tax Department has recently issued Decision 595/QD-CT to speed up the processing of inactive tax records and unresolved tax code closures.
A Guide to India’s Special Economic Zones
Businesses can consider setting up or doing business with entities in India's Special Economic Zones to take advantage of favorable tax incentives, simplified customs procedures, and a conducive environment for manufacturing and trade.
Accounting System Setup for New Hong Kong Subsidiaries: Avoiding Compliance and Reporting Risks
Setting up the right accounting system early helps new Hong Kong subsidiaries stay compliant, control costs, and avoid audit problems. This guide covers key decisions and practical steps.
Which Industries Are Open to Foreign Ownership in Malaysia?
Explore foreign ownership rules across key industries in Malaysia, including manufacturing, technology, financial services, telecommunications, and other regulated sectors affecting foreign investors.
Hong Kong Tax Filing: Is Your Business Ready for E-Filing, iXBRL, and IRD Compliance?
Hong Kong’s annual tax filing cycle is evolving, requiring businesses to manage multiple obligations - from profits tax returns to employer reporting and upcoming iXBRL requirements - while ensuring data accuracy and regulatory compliance.
China Recasts Outbound Investment Governance Under New State Council Regulation
China has overhauled its outbound investment framework with a new State Council regulation that integrates security review, data controls, and full lifecycle supervision. The changes broaden the definition of ODI and embed national security considerations into cross-border investment decisions.
Complying with Vietnam’s Electronic Labor Contract Framework: Circular 08/2026
Navigate your compliance with Vietnam's electronic labor contract regime under Circular No. 08/2026/TT-BNV, which provides detailed guidance on Decree No. 337/2025/ND-CP.
Working in India as an Expat: Visa, Tax, Payroll, and Relocation Guide for Foreign Employees
We explain what expatriates and multinational employers should consider before, during, and after an India assignment, including visa, tax residency, payroll, EPF, banking, housing, schooling, foreign exchange, PE risk, and repatriation planning.
Corporate Tax Considerations for Foreign-Owned Companies in Malaysia
Malaysia’s corporate tax framework affects profitability, repatriation efficiency, transfer pricing exposure, incentive eligibility, and long-term ASEAN expansion planning for foreign-owned companies.
Transfer Pricing and Related-Party Transaction Strategies for Foreign Investors in Malaysia
Explore transfer pricing structures, documentation requirements, royalty payments, intercompany financing, and IRBM compliance risks for foreign-owned companies operating in Malaysia.
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