Other BriefingsLocal Director and Management Presence Requirements in Singapore
Foreign investors should assess Singapore’s local director and management presence rules, nominee disclosure updates, and governance expectations.
Strategic Manufacturing Site Selection: Northern vs. Southern Vietnam
Vietnam’s north–south manufacturing divide explained through logistics, labor, risk, and irreversibility to support site selection decisions.
How Foreign-Owned Companies Can Use Loss Carryforwards and Group Relief in Malaysia
Foreign investors evaluating Malaysia should understand how loss carryforwards and group relief affect structuring, cash flow, and returns.
Banking, Account Opening, And Source-Of-Funds Scrutiny in Singapore
Singapore’s bank account opening framework reflects a risk-based approach to source of funds scrutiny, approval discretion, and onboarding timelines for foreign investors.
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Local Director and Management Presence Requirements in Singapore
Human Resources & Payroll Jan 06 -
Strategic Manufacturing Site Selection: Northern vs. Southern Vietnam
Economy & Trade Jan 05 -
How Foreign-Owned Companies Can Use Loss Carryforwards and Group Relief in Malaysia
Tax & Accounting Jan 02 -
Banking, Account Opening, And Source-Of-Funds Scrutiny in Singapore
Legal & Regulatory Jan 02 -
Enforcing Commercial Contracts in the Philippines: An Investor Enforcement Perspective
Legal & Regulatory Dec 30
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Economy & Trade
Strategic Manufacturing Site Selection: Northern vs. Southern Vietnam
Jan 05Vietnam’s north–south manufacturing divide explained through logistics, labor, risk, and irreversibility to support site selection decisions.
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Evaluating Indonesia’s Middle-Class Growth Using Business Intelligence
Economy & Trade Dec 29Analyze Indonesia’s middle-class growth using business intelligence to identify where consumer demand is real, concentrated, and investable.
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Comparing Malaysia’s Tax and Incentive Regimes Using Business Intelligence
Economy & Trade Dec 26An investor-focused assessment of Malaysia’s tax and incentive regimes, examining how incentives perform across sectors and locations.
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Singapore vs Hong Kong vs Dubai: Regional HQ Trade-Offs for Investors
Economy & Trade Dec 24Compares how Singapore, Hong Kong, and Dubai differ as regional HQs, focusing on control, tax structure, and operational limits.
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Indonesia’s Special Economic Zones: A Structural Shift for Foreign Investors
Economy & Trade Dec 23Indonesia’s Special Economic Zones reflect a structural shift in policy, incentives, and infrastructure shaping foreign investment decisions.
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Halal Markets Unveiled: Opportunities in Southeast Asia’s Economic Powerhouses
Published: January 2025
This latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine provides a detailed exploration of these opportunities ... -
The ASEAN Education Market: Trends, Challenges, and Investment Pathways
Published: November 2024The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine explores these opportunities in depth, providing a compr...
Tax & Accounting
How Foreign-Owned Companies Can Use Loss Carryforwards and Group Relief in Malaysia
Jan 02Foreign investors evaluating Malaysia should understand how loss carryforwards and group relief affect structuring, cash flow, and returns.
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How Branch Profit Remittance Tax Applies to Foreign Entities in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Dec 30Vietnam does not impose a branch profit remittance tax and instead applies corporate income tax and profit remittance rules.
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Dividends, Royalties, or Fees: Profit Repatriation in Malaysia
Tax & Accounting Dec 19Foreign investors repatriating profits from Malaysia should assess dividends, royalties, and service fees against audit risk.
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Repatriating Profits from Singapore: Dividends vs Royalties vs Service Fees
Tax & Accounting Dec 09Foreign investors assess dividends, royalties, and service fees to repatriate profits from Singapore while managing tax, substance, and treaty exposure.
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Understanding Withholding Tax on Royalties, Dividends, And Service Fees in The Philippines
Tax & Accounting Dec 04Withholding tax affects dividends, royalties, and service fees for foreign investors in the Philippines, shaping rates, risks, and compliance.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2025
Published: July 2025This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2025
Published: May 2025This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by ...
Legal & Regulatory
Banking, Account Opening, And Source-Of-Funds Scrutiny in Singapore
Jan 02Singapore’s bank account opening framework reflects a risk-based approach to source of funds scrutiny, approval discretion, and onboarding timelines for foreign investors.
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Enforcing Commercial Contracts in the Philippines: An Investor Enforcement Perspective
Legal & Regulatory Dec 30See how contract enforcement works in the Philippines and what you must structure to protect your investment and recovery rights.
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Should Foreign Investors Form an Exempt Pte Ltd or a Standard Pte Ltd in Singapore?
Legal & Regulatory Dec 16Foreign investors choosing between an Exempt or Standard Pte Ltd in Singapore should assess ownership structure and scalability.
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Understanding Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Cambodia
Legal & Regulatory Dec 11Foreign investors must understand Cambodia’s minimum and paid-up capital rules because practical banking and tax requirements exceed the legal minimum.
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How To Amend KBLI Codes When Expanding into New Business Lines in Indonesia
Legal & Regulatory Dec 11KBLI amendments are required when activities change, and OSS-RBA reclassification determines the licensing steps for foreign investors in Indonesia.
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Halal Markets Unveiled: Opportunities in Southeast Asia’s Economic Powerhouses
Published: January 2025This latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine provides a detailed exploration of these opportunities ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2025
Published: July 2025This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by ...
Industries
Singapore’s F&B Sector: Entering 2026 an Entry Decision for Foreign Investors
Dec 26Is Singapore’s F&B sector still worth entering in 2026? A data-driven assessment for foreign investors.
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Should You Invest in Methanol and Ammonia Bunkering in Singapore
Industries Oct 27Methanol and ammonia are transforming Singapore’s bunkering sector, offering new opportunities and risks for early-stage investors.
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Vietnam Cold-Chain and Agritech Opportunities for Foreign Investors
Industries Sep 19Vietnam’s cold-chain and agritech upgrades cut losses and raise export margins, creating strong opportunities for foreign investors.
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Investing in Vietnam’s Textile Recycling Industry: An Investor’s Guide
Industries Sep 04Vietnam’s textile recycling market is expanding rapidly, with US and EU compliance shaping key investment opportunities.
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How BOI EV 3.5 Shapes the Future of EV Battery Investments in Thailand
Industries Sep 02Thailand’s BOI EV 3.5 offers subsidies, tax relief, and export flexibility for EV battery investors through 2027.
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Halal Markets Unveiled: Opportunities in Southeast Asia’s Economic Powerhouses
Published: January 2025This latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine provides a detailed exploration of these opportunities ... -
The ASEAN Education Market: Trends, Challenges, and Investment Pathways
Published: November 2024The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine explores these opportunities in depth, providing a compr...
HR & Payroll
Local Director and Management Presence Requirements in Singapore
Jan 06Foreign investors should assess Singapore’s local director and management presence rules, nominee disclosure updates, and governance expectations.
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Should Foreign Companies in Indonesia Appoint Local Directors for Governance or Compliance Only?
HR & Payroll Dec 22Foreign companies in Indonesia must assess when local directors should hold real authority and how governance choices affect risk and control.
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Employment Contracts and Probation Rules for Foreign Employers in Vietnam
HR & Payroll Dec 17How Vietnam’s employment contracts and probation rules affect foreign employers, workforce flexibility, and compliance risk in practice.
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Contract of Service vs Contract for Service in Malaysia
HR & Payroll Dec 09Foreign employers can distinguish between Malaysia’s contract of service and contract for service to manage hiring compliance, worker rights, and classification risks.
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Thailand Introduces Digital Work Permit System for Foreign Employers
HR & Payroll Nov 26Thailand’s digital work permit system streamlines hiring for foreign employers with faster processing and a unified online application workflow.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2025
Published: July 2025This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2025
Published: May 2025This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by ...
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