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Q&A
What three forms may joint ventures (JVs) between domestic and foreign investors...
- June 2015
- Free Access
The three forms joint ventures (JVs) between domestic and foreign investors in Vietnam may take are limited liability companies (LLCs), joint stock companies (JSCs), and partnerships. LLCs are offer limited liability ownership yet cannot issue shares...
Q&A
Besides joint ventures (JVs) with local partners, what other options do foreign ...
- June 2015
- Free Access
Foreign businesses wanting to do business in yet not enter into a joint venture (JV) with a local partner have three options – branches, representative offices (ROs), and business cooperation contracts (BCCs). Foreign entities can establish bra...
Q&A
What is a ?red invoice,? and what is their significance to commercial operations...
- June 2015
- Free Access
Simply put, a “red invoice” is the nickname given to Vietnam’s Value Added Tax (VAT) invoices. Such invoices are mandated to undertake commercial activities such as the sale of goods and services, imports of foreign goods, and expor...
Q&A
How many types of Value Added Tax (VAT) invoices exist in Vietnam, and what are ...
- June 2015
- Free Access
In Vietnam, the tax system supports self-printed Value Added Tax (VAT) invoices, e-invoices, ordered invoices, and invoices purchased from the local Municipal Taxation Department. Enterprises within hi-tech parks and economic development zones, along...
videographic
Closure and De-registration of Business in China
- June 2015
- Free Access
This Prezi presents general overview on how to restructure an underperforming business in China
partner-publication
EURObiz - May/June 2015
- June 2015
- Members Access
This year is a milestone in EU-China diplomatic relations as it is 40 years since they were established on 6th May, 1975. In this issue of EURObiz, we take a walk down memory lane and reflect on some of the key events that have taken place over the p...
podcast
Marketing Moments Episode 1: Traditional vs Content Marketing
- June 2015
- Free Access
In this podcast Associate Director of Marketing and Operations Nicholas Clement and Digital Marketing Associate Joonas Jukkara in Dezan Shira & Associates' Shanghai Office, discuss the key differences between traditional and content marketing.
Q&A
What are the benefits of converting a Representative Office into a Wholly Foreig...
- June 2015
- Free Access
Conversion is one of many options for business restructuring in China. It can be especially beneficial for companies concerned with the tax liability and limited business scope of their Representative Office (RO). A Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (W...
Q&A
What are the consequences for abandoning a business in China?
- June 2015
- Free Access
Many business owners may find it difficult to navigate the numerous regulations regarding de-registration and liquidation of a business. However, simply abandoning a business is not an advisable course of action as it can leave valuable assets and em...
Q&A
What is the process of converting a Representative Office into a Wholly Foreign-...
- June 2015
- Free Access
he process of converting a Representative Office (RO) into a Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (WFOE) is a misnomer. There is no direct process, but rather there are two separate processes—de-registering a RO and establishing a WFOE. De-registrat...
Q&A
For what reasons are employees terminated in China?
- June 2015
- Free Access
Terminating an employee in China can only be done for a number of reasons. Because Chinese law does not recognize “at will” termination, the business should be prepared to provide severance payments. The employer may terminate employees w...
partner-publication
DPRK Business Monthly: June 2015
- June 2015
- Members Access
The latest issue of DPRK Business Monthly is now available as a complimentary PDF download on the Asia Briefing Bookstore. This regular publication looks at current international, domestic, and peninsular affairs concerning North Korea while also off...
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