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ECTA 2026 Review: What the Second Year of the Trade Agreement Means for Indian Exporters
The Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement enters its third year with several critical amendments now in force. Our cross-border advisory team has reviewed the latest gazette notifications and identified the key changes that affect Indian goods exporters, IT service providers, and inbound investors. This briefing distils the key takeaways for senior decision-makers.
FIRB Threshold Revisions: New Screening Levels for Non-FTA Investors
The Australian Treasurer has confirmed revised FIRB monetary thresholds effective 1 January 2026. We outline the new screening levels for FTA and non-FTA investors and highlight the sectors most affected by the tightened national security provisions.
Mid-Market M&A Outlook: Asia-Pacific Q1 2026
Our quarterly survey of deal flow in the India-Australia corridor shows a 34% year-on-year increase in sub-$100M transactions. Technology, renewable energy, and aged care are the three dominant sectors. We provide our deal-flow assessment and what acquirers should be focusing on this quarter.
482 Visa Occupation List Changes: January 2026 Update
The Department of Home Affairs has published the updated TSMIT and revised Short-Term and Medium-Term occupation lists. Our migration team summarises the additions, removals, and what sponsored employers with current nominations need to action immediately.
Malaysian Property Developers in Victoria: Revised Stamp Duty Surcharge Position
Victorian State Revenue Office has issued updated guidance on the Foreign Purchaser Additional Duty applying to off-the-plan acquisitions by foreign-owned development entities. Our property team explains the practical impact and available structuring options.
ASIC Consultation: New Licensing Obligations for B2B Cross-Border Fintech Operators
ASIC's CP 382 proposes significant changes to the licensing framework for offshore fintech entities operating B2B financial services in Australia. We assess the proposed changes and what Indian and Malaysian operators need to do before the 31 March 2026 submission deadline.
Significant Investor Visa (SIV) Program: Allocation & Strategy Update
Following a strategic review, the SIV program has been restructured with new complying investment frameworks and revised state nomination priorities. Our business migration team outlines the key changes and the optimal application strategy for Malaysian and Indian high-net-worth clients.
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