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Sweeping Vietnam internet law comes into force

BANGKOK: New Vietnamese internet rules requiring Facebook and TikTok to verify user identities and hand over data to authorities came into force on Wednesday (Dec 25), in what critics say is the latest attack on freedom of expression. Under “Decree 147” all tech giants operating in Vietnam must verify Source

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Marcos signs law cutting Philippine corporate taxes

MANILA: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos on Monday (Nov 11) trimmed corporate taxes and offered more fiscal incentives under a new law aimed at drawing more foreign investments. The move reduces the corporate income tax to 20 per cent from 25 per cent and allows firms to adopt “work-from-home” ar Source

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New Ukrainian Law Allows Foreign Applications Into Military

The Ukrainian parliament has passed legislation permitting foreign individuals to apply for military service in the country.  A total of 276 lawmakers voted in favor of the resolution, which is expected to bolster employment across the Armed Forces, the National Guard, and the State Special Transport Service. In addition to foreign applicants, the law extends…

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