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What Makes Singapore a Prime Location for Semiconductor Companies
Discover why Singapore is a prime hub for semiconductor companies with its strategic location, advanced infrastructure, skilled workforce, and government incentives.
Singapore's Economic Outlook for the Next 5 Years
Find out the current state of Singapore’s economy and how it will develop over the next five years based on current economic data.
China's Outbound Investment Trends: Sources, Destinations, and Key Sectors
China’s outbound investment (ODI) is surging from already-record levels. In 2023, China's ODI rose by 8.7 percent to reach US$177.3 billion, making it the third-largest source of ODI globally.
ASEAN Labor Costs: Minimum Wage and Social Insurance Essentials
When assessing labor costs in ASEAN, foreign investors should be aware that governments are increasing social protection expenditure in areas such as pensions, health coverage, and welfare assistance.
Why Singapore is a Hub for Tech Startups
Singapore's dynamic ecosystem, combining government support, strategic location, top-tier infrastructure, and a skilled workforce, makes it an unparalleled hub for tech startups to thrive globally.
India Launches New Portal to Expedite Business Visas for Chinese Technicians
India has launched a dedicated portal, which became operational in August 2024, to streamline the visa process for professionals from China.
India to Expedite Visa Process for Chinese Technicians Amid Industrial Concerns
India is reportedly working on loosening the visa requirements of Chinese technicians in response to concerns from several companies.
How to Set Up a Representative Office in Vietnam
A Representative Office (RO) is one of the simplest ways companies can set up in Vietnam, albeit with a limited scope of operation. In this article, we discuss the step-by-step process of establishing an RO in Vietnam, and relevant regulatory guidelines.
Planning for Uncertainty: Global Staffing Solutions to Facilitate Your Vietnam Market Entry
Global Staffing Solutions is a flexible entry strategy for businesses to test the Vietnamese market without needing to physically set up an operation.
The New Hong Kong-Mainland Reciprocal Enforcement of Judgments Regime Took Effect on Jan 29
The new Hong Kong-Mainland Recognition and Enforcement of Judgments (REJ) regime came into effect on January 29, 2024. In this article we introduce the essentials of this scheme and assess its potential ramifications on businesses.
The Rise of Chinese Capital: Impact on ASEAN's Manufacturing Landscape
Amid evolving dynamics in Asia's supply chains, extensive discussions have unfolded regarding the notable shift of manufacturing operations to Southeast Asian countries.
China Monthly Tax Brief: October 2023
In October 2023, seven provinces and cities in China, including Beijing, Hunan, Shandong, Anhui, Qinghai, Ningxia, and Guizhou, announced pilot programs for fully digitalized e-fapiao. We discuss how companies can prepare in this month's China tax brief.
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