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India eases FDI rules for China Nepal Hong Kong to unlock ESOPs and NRI investing
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Published on 24 April 2026
A quiet rule tweak lets employees and NRIs buy
India has eased parts of its foreign direct investment framework, allowing companies to offer ESOP stock options to employees in China, Nepal, and Hong Kong. At the same time, NRIs and expats located in these regions can invest directly in Indian stocks. The adjustment to rule PN-3 is designed to make hiring and talent management easier, especially for firms with overseas teams.
- ESOPs are now permitted for employees in China, Nepal, and Hong Kong
- NRIs and expats in these regions can invest directly in Indian stocks
- The change follows an update to India’s FDI rule PN-3
- Policy intent is to ease hiring and talent management
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