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Understanding Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Cambodia
Foreign investors must understand Cambodia’s minimum and paid-up capital rules because practical banking and tax requirements exceed the legal minimum.
How To Amend KBLI Codes When Expanding into New Business Lines in Indonesia
KBLI amendments are required when activities change, and OSS-RBA reclassification determines the licensing steps for foreign investors in Indonesia.
Repatriating Profits from Singapore: Dividends vs Royalties vs Service Fees
Foreign investors assess dividends, royalties, and service fees to repatriate profits from Singapore while managing tax, substance, and treaty exposure.
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How Business Intelligence Prevents Partnership Disputes in Malaysian Joint Ventures
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Understanding Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Cambodia
Legal & Regulatory Dec 11 -
How To Amend KBLI Codes When Expanding into New Business Lines in Indonesia
Legal & Regulatory Dec 11 -
Repatriating Profits from Singapore: Dividends vs Royalties vs Service Fees
Tax & Accounting Dec 09 -
Contract of Service vs Contract for Service in Malaysia
Human Resources & Payroll Dec 09
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Economy & Trade
How Business Intelligence Prevents Partnership Disputes in Malaysian Joint Ventures
Dec 12Explore how business intelligence helps foreign investors prevent partnership disputes in Malaysian joint ventures shaped by family control.
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Identifying High-Growth Sectors in Malaysia with Business Intelligence
Economy & Trade Dec 06Discover Malaysia’s most promising sectors through data-driven business intelligence, with state-by-state insights to guide foreign investors entering the market.
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ASEAN–New Zealand At 50: What the New Joint Vision Signals For Foreign Investors
Economy & Trade Nov 30The ASEAN–New Zealand Joint Vision introduces new regulatory alignment, compliance expectations, and market-entry conditions for foreign investors.
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Why Business Intelligence Is Essential for Vetting Malaysian JV Partners
Economy & Trade Nov 28Use Business Intelligence to assess Malaysian JV partners’ true capabilities and ensure every investment decision is grounded in verified operational facts.
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How Business Intelligence Identifies Hidden Supply Chain Risks in Indonesia’s Tier-1 and Tier-2 Regions
Economy & Trade Nov 25Foreign investors can assess hidden supply chain risks in Indonesia’s Tier-1 and Tier-2 regions using localized business intelligence.
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Halal Markets Unveiled: Opportunities in Southeast Asia’s Economic Powerhouses
Published: January 2025
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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
Repatriating Profits from Singapore: Dividends vs Royalties vs Service Fees
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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Understanding Vietnam Accounting Standards (VAS) for Foreign Companies
Tax & Accounting Dec 02Foreign companies must follow Vietnam Accounting Standards for statutory reporting. See how VAS affects compliance, audits, and IFRS alignment.
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When Expatriates Qualify for Malaysian Tax Residency
Tax & Accounting Nov 27Expatriate residency in Malaysia affects tax cost, sourcing rules, and compliance. Learn how foreign investors can set the correct residency position.
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E-Commerce Tax Compliance in Malaysia for Foreign Businesses
Tax & Accounting Nov 24Foreign businesses selling into Malaysia should understand how corporate income tax, withholding tax, and DTAs apply to cross-border e-commerce activity.
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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
Understanding Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Cambodia
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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Business Intelligence for Regulatory Risk in Indonesia Market Entry
Legal & Regulatory Dec 03Business intelligence helps foreign investors assess ownership, licensing, staffing, tax, and data requirements before entering Indonesia.
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Should Intercompany Fees in Indonesia Be Classified as Services, Royalties, or Cost Recharges?
Legal & Regulatory Dec 01Indonesia’s rules on classifying intercompany fees as services, royalties, or cost recharges shape withholding, VAT, and audit exposure for foreign companies.
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When a Representative Office Makes Sense in Indonesia
Legal & Regulatory Nov 25Foreign investors must choose between a Representative Office or a PT PMA in Indonesia, and this guide explains when each structure fits your entry plan.
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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
Should You Invest in Methanol and Ammonia Bunkering in Singapore
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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Cell and Gene Therapy Manufacturing in Singapore: An Investor’s Operating Thesis
Industries Sep 02Explore investment pathways in Singapore’s cell and gene therapy sector, from facilities to CDMOs, with tax and regulatory insights.
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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
Contract of Service vs Contract for Service in Malaysia
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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Payroll in Malaysia: Understanding Monthly Tax Deductions, EPF, and SOCSO Contributions
HR & Payroll Nov 17Employers should ensure full compliance with Malaysia’s MTD, EPF, SOCSO, and EIS requirements by meeting all contribution rules, eligibility tests, and filing duties.
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Which Philippine Work Visa Best Fits Foreign Investors
HR & Payroll Nov 04Compare 9(g), 47(a)(2), and SIRV options to find which Philippine visa best suits your investment and management goals.
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Employment Contracts in Indonesia: Fixed-Term Vs Permanent
HR & Payroll Oct 29Compare fixed-term and permanent contracts in Indonesia and learn how employers can stay compliant while managing costs efficiently.
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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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