TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

UAE’s New Media Law Overview: What Media Companies and Influencers Need to Know

The UAE’s new media law introduces a unified regulatory framework with fines of up to AED 2 million, dual licensing for influencers, and AI-driven content monitoring.

Oman’s SPF Social Security Employer Registration and Contributions

Oman’s Social Protection Fund (SPF) brings together all the social insurance and pension schemes under one roof, and requires employers to register digitally, report wages, and pay monthly contributions for all workers.

What is the Restructuring Process in the UAE?

Learn how the UAE 2024 restructuring process rules manage corporate distress through preventive settlement, restructuring plans, and bankruptcy cases.

Profit Repatriation from Saudi Arabia: Tax and Ownership Rules

Foreign companies in Saudi Arabia, sending overseas profit back to parent company, must tread profit repatriation rules covering corporate tax, withholding obligations, and other regulatory approvals.

UAE 2025 Visit Visa Updates: New Categories and Income-Based Sponsorship Rules Explained

The UAE has introduced new visit visa categories for AI specialists, entertainment professionals, event participants, and cruise tourists, alongside income-based sponsorship rules for family and friends.

COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS RESOURCES:

Vietnam’s Evolving Tax Regime: Compliance with New CIT, VAT, and Invoicing Rules

Vietnam is fast-tracking major tax reforms to align with global standards and adapt to rapid market shifts. Key changes in 2025 include a new Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Law, amended Value Added Tax (VAT) regulations, and updated invoicing rules – each reshaping the country’s compliance landscape. Vietnam’s Evolving Tax Regime: Compliance with New CIT, VAT, and Invoicing Rules provides practical guidance for CFOs, tax leaders, and foreign investors navigating these reforms.

Customs and Trade Strategy in Indonesia: An Investor's Guide

This magazine provides a strategic outlook on turning Indonesia’s import and export systems into competitive tools - reducing costs, unlocking preferential rates, and positioning Indonesia as a launchpad for ASEAN growth.

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR ASIA:

Decoding India’s Goods and Services Tax 2.0: What it Means for Your Business

Webinar | Friday, October 17, 2025 | 2:30 PM India / 4:00 PM Vietnam / 5:00 PM China

Timor-Leste: Unlocking Opportunities in Asia’s Youngest Nation

Webinar | Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 4:00 PM Singapore / 3:00 PM ICT / 5:00 PM Sydney / 10:00 AM CET

Indonesia Reopens Its FDI Gates: Major Regulatory Reforms and the New EU Trade Deal

Webinar | Thursday, 23 October, 2025 | 3:00 PM Jakarta / 4:00 PM Singapore / 10:00 AM CET