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India’s new labour codes represent one of the country’s most significant employment law reforms in decades, bringing important changes for organisations operating in the country.

From compensation structures and social security to payroll, workforce classification and contracting arrangements, Viswanathan Vaidyanathan and Meena Narayanan of Russell Bedford member firm Sharp & Tannan explore the key implications for employers and the steps organisations should consider.

Read the full article here: https://russellbedford.com/latest/insight/india-understanding-the-new-labour-codes/

That's a wrap for the Russell Bedford Asia-Pacific Conference 2026!

Over the past few days in Bali, colleagues from across the region came together to share knowledge, challenge ideas and strengthen the relationships that make our global network so valuable.

From thought-provoking discussions on AI, collaboration, resilience and succession planning to countless conversations between sessions, the conference demonstrated the value of bringing people together to learn from one another, share experiences and shape the future of the profession.

A sincere thank you to everyone who attended, spoke and contributed to another successful conference. We leave Bali with new ideas, stronger connections and fresh inspiration to keep moving forward together.

Until next time!

Great conversations, fresh perspectives and valuable connections.

Our Asia-Pacific Conference 2026 is well underway in Bali, with delegates sharing ideas, experiences and practical insights on the issues shaping the profession today.

So far, the conference has explored the value of our international network, strengthening quality across our member firms and navigating the evolving compliance landscape, sparking thoughtful discussion and plenty of opportunities for delegates to learn from one another.

A huge thank you to all of our speakers and delegates for making the event such an engaging and collaborative experience. We look forward to gathering with our delegates this evening to celebrate a day of insightful discussions and collaboration.

Following our recent conference in Amsterdam, where delegates discussed the trends shaping international markets, our latest insight article by Dennis Zuidersma, Director at Boon Accountants Belastingadviseurs BV, Apeldoorn, Netherlands, and Chris Bor, Senior Consultant at Stolp+KAB, The Hague, Netherlands, examines the opportunities and considerations of doing business in the Netherlands.

From its strong infrastructure to its innovation-led economy, the article outlines why the Netherlands continues to attract international investment and support business growth.

Read the insight article ‘Doing business in the Netherlands’ here: https://russellbedford.com/latest/insight/doing-business-in-the-netherlands/

Our latest insight article is by Mark Alaimo, Partner at LCW CPAs, a Russell Bedford International member firm in Boston, USA.

This article explores the evolving landscape of global trade tariffs and the importance of remaining agile as a US importer and exporter. It also highlights how businesses can adapt to shifting trade policies, manage supply chain risks, and maintain competitiveness in an increasingly complex international market.

Read the insight article ‘The era of tariffs: Remaining nimble as a US importer and exporter’ here: https://russellbedford.com/latest/insight/the-era-of-tariffs-remaining-nimble-as-a-us-importer-and-exporter/

As businesses operate across multiple jurisdictions, international tax challenges become more complex. One of the most common and costly risks is double taxation, where the same income is taxed in more than one country.

We are pleased to share details of two upcoming external webinars hosted by the Russell Bedford International Tax Centre of Excellence. These sessions will provide a clear and practical overview of how double taxation arises, and how businesses and individuals can manage and mitigate these risks when operating internationally.

We are running two live sessions to accommodate for different time zones. Register here for the Americas webinar taking place on Wednesday 20 May: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/Sl0641dWTvS5g16_684eAw #/registration

Register here for the Europe & Asia-Pacific webinar taking place on Thursday 21 May: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/K7Of8LnHTIOE_qsBXoVRdQ #/registration

The April 2026 edition of Russell Bedford International's Network News is out now.

Follow the link to read about recent updates, new developments, and achievements: https://russellbedford.com/latest/publications/network-news/network-news-april-2026/

We're pleased to share the latest edition of Russell Bedford's Business World, bringing together fresh perspectives and practical insights from across the global Russell Bedford network.

We explore the key trends shaping international markets and what they mean for organisations of all sizes.

Inside, you'll find:
- Global tax transformation – what the introduction of Pillar Two means in practice for multinational groups
- Changing trade dynamics – how businesses are responding to evolving tariff policies in the US
- Emerging opportunities in key markets – including the Netherlands and Qatar, and what makes them attractive for international growth
- Workforce and regulatory change – from EU pay transparency requirements to India’s new labour codes
- Practical strategies for resilience – how organisations are adapting to uncertainty while positioning for long-term success

Each article is written by specialists working directly with businesses around the world, offering real-world insight you can apply within your own organisation.

Explore the latest edition below:

Just Released: Business World April 2026 Russell Bedford International is a global network of professional services firms providing accounting, audit, tax and consulting services. Ranked as one of the world's top accounting networks, we have some 700 partners, 6500 staff and 350 offices in more than 90 countries.

Russell Bedford reports another year of strong growth against global networks 🌍

This performance reflects the continued strength of our global network and the quality delivered by our firms worldwide.

When measured against networks that are truly global, defined as having a presence in at least 50 countries, recognised by the Forum of Firms as maintaining an approved Annual Quality Review process, and generating revenues from fully integrated member firms, Russell Bedford International ranks as the 16th largest network worldwide.

📊 Our latest results highlight a year of growth, collaboration and progress across the network.

👉 Explore the full infographic here:https://russellbedford.com/media/11491/2025-global-performance-review-infographic.pdf