| | Weekly business and foreign investment news roundup in Asia by Asia Briefing and Dezan Shira & Associates. |
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| | | | The United States is set to reinstate suspended reciprocal tariffs starting August 1, 2025. We delve into the latest developments surrounding the Trump’s tariff move and examine India’s position in the ongoing trade talks with the US. | | | | | This article explores key regulations, contract types, and compliance requirements for hiring employees in India in 2025—essential guidance for global businesses entering or expanding their presence in the country. | | | | | India is actively pursuing bilateral investment treaties (BITs) with more than a dozen countries, and as of July 7, 2025, it is engaged in negotiations with key nations including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Israel, Oman, the European Union (EU), Switzerland, and Australia. | | | | | Apple’s leading manufacturing partner, Foxconn, has reportedly withdrawn over 300 Chinese engineers and technical staff from its production facilities in southern India. Analysts believe that the departure may only result in short-term disruptions on the Apple assembly lines. | | | | | India's Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, launched on July 1, 2025, offers incentives to first-time employees and employers. The scheme benefits will apply to positions created between August 1, 2025, and July 31, 2027. |
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