Other BriefingsThe New Frontier: Southeast Asia's Emerging Space Role
The increasing deployment of satellites and other payloads into orbit by ASEAN countries opens numerous avenues for foreign investment in this burgeoning sector.
Laos Raises Immediate Excise Tax Rates on Specific Products
Laos has introduced a new decree introducing strategic excise tax adjustments on various products.
Indonesia and Australia Sign MoU to Boost EV Collaboration
Indonesia and Australia will collaborate in the EV industry through an MoU that focuses on battery manufacturing and minerals processing.
Malaysia’s Budget 2024: Impact for Business
Malaysia’s government tabled its 2024 budget in mid-October in what was slated as the largest in the nation’s history.
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The New Frontier: Southeast Asia's Emerging Space Role
Industries Dec 01 -
Laos Raises Immediate Excise Tax Rates on Specific Products
Tax & Accounting Nov 30 -
Malaysia’s Budget 2024: Impact for Business
Economy & Trade Nov 28 -
Indonesia and Australia Sign MoU to Boost EV Collaboration
Industries Nov 27 -
Malaysia's New Transfer Pricing & APA Rules
Tax & Accounting Nov 24
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Economy & Trade
Malaysia’s Budget 2024: Impact for Business
Nov 28Malaysia’s government tabled its 2024 budget in mid-October in what was slated as the largest in the nation’s history.
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Strategic International Investments: Unveiling Indonesia's Growing Appeal for Global Investors
Economy & Trade Nov 17The December 7, 2023 Freedom Business Summit in the UAE will put the focus on increasing attention from global investors seeking offshore investment opportunities and second citizenship options in Indonesia.
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Singapore Unveils Latest Relief Package to Ease Cost of Living
Economy & Trade Nov 16Singapore's government unveiled its latest support package to provide more relief for households as well as businesses.
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Singapore and Malaysia Plan Joint Special Economic Zone in Johor State
Economy & Trade Nov 08Singapore and Malaysia are partnering to create a special economic zone in Malaysia's Johor state, adjacent to the Singaporean border.
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Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) Launches Carbon Trading Operations
Economy & Trade Nov 03The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) has launched, following approval from the Financial Services Authority, and aligned with the country's emissions reduction goals and enable transition to renewables.
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Malaysia’s Economic Corridors: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Published: December 2023
In this issue of the ASEAN Briefing magazine, we provide an overview of Malaysia’s economic corrid... -
Opportunities for Foreign Investors in the Philippines
Published: May 2023The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine features an overview of the incorporation process in the...
Tax & Accounting
Laos Raises Immediate Excise Tax Rates on Specific Products
Nov 30Laos has introduced a new decree introducing strategic excise tax adjustments on various products.
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Indonesia and Australia Sign MoU to Boost EV Collaboration
Tax & Accounting Nov 27Indonesia and Australia will collaborate in the EV industry through an MoU that focuses on battery manufacturing and minerals processing.
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Malaysia's New Transfer Pricing & APA Rules
Tax & Accounting Nov 24Malaysia has announced two new rules governing transfer pricing norms in the country. Multinational entities should take note.
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Taxation of Foreign Sourced Income in Singapore Effective January 2024
Tax & Accounting Oct 31Singapore will begin taxing foreign-sourced disposable gains from January 1, 2024, with Parliament approving the amendments to the country’s Income Tax Act.
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Audit and Compliance in Brunei: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Tax & Accounting Oct 06Private and public companies in Brunei are obligated to audit their accounts as well as hold annual general meetings once a year.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2023
Published: December 2022This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a...
Legal & Regulatory
Singapore to Amend Free Trade Zones Act, Strengthening Powers to Tackle Illegal Trade
Nov 09Singapore's Parliament has proposed a bill to amend the 1966 Free Trade Zones (FTZ) Act and make related changes to the 1960 Customs Act.
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Singapore Proposes New Bill to Regulate Significant Investments in Critical Entities for National Security
Legal & Regulatory Nov 08Singapore's proposed Significant Investments Review Bill will increase oversight of ownership changes in critical entities.
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A Guide to Tax Obligations for Non-Resident Property Owners in Vietnam
Legal & Regulatory Oct 27Foreigners who owns a rental property in Vietnam must understand their tax reporting and remittance obligations.
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Singapore Family Office Setup: Structural Model and Entity Formation
Legal & Regulatory Oct 11Before establishing a family office, families must identify which corporate structure aligns most effectively with their business requirements.
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Philippines Central Bank to Introduce Incentives for Green Financing
Legal & Regulatory Sep 15The central bank of the Philippines is proposing the introduction of new incentives to encourage sustainable and green project financing in the country.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2023
Published: February 2023This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2023
Published: December 2022This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a...
Industries
The New Frontier: Southeast Asia's Emerging Space Role
Dec 01The increasing deployment of satellites and other payloads into orbit by ASEAN countries opens numerous avenues for foreign investment in this burgeoning sector.
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Indonesia and Australia Sign MoU to Boost EV Collaboration
Industries Nov 27Indonesia and Australia will collaborate in the EV industry through an MoU that focuses on battery manufacturing and minerals processing.
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Potential Pact for EV Minerals Between U.S. and Indonesia
Industries Nov 23Indonesia and the U.S. are exploring a potential partnership for minerals and metals, particularly those used in the production of electric vehicle batteries, such as nickel.
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Indonesia and Singapore Implement QR Linkage Payment
Industries Nov 20Indonesia and Singapore officially launched their cross-border QR payment linkage, enabling consumers and businesses to conduct cross-border transactions instantly.
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Elevating Air Connectivity: Vietnam's Airport Investment Drive
Industries Nov 17Vietnam is investing heavily to renovate and build new airports as it seeks to compete to become a regional hub for international travelers with its neighbors in Southeast Asia.
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Malaysia’s Economic Corridors: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Published: December 2023In this issue of the ASEAN Briefing magazine, we provide an overview of Malaysia’s economic corrid... -
Opportunities for Foreign Investors in the Philippines
Published: May 2023The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine features an overview of the incorporation process in the...
HR & Payroll
Thailand to Set 2024 Minimum Wage Rate by Year-End
Nov 03Thailand is set to announce a minimum wage increase for 2024, expected to surpass the inflation rate. It is likely to fall short of the initially proposed 400 baht (US$11.12) per day to mitigate potential negative impacts on small and medium-sized enterprises.
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Service Contracts in Vietnam: What You Need to Know
HR & Payroll Oct 26Service contracts in Vietnam are a flexible alternative for firms to find human resources support and staff time-bound or specialized projects.
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Cambodia Increases Minimum Wage for Garment, Footwear, Travel Product Sectors for 2024
HR & Payroll Oct 04Cambodia's vital GFT industries, encompassing garments, footwear, and textiles, are set for a minimum wage increase in 2024. We've observed adjustments in minimum wages for various worker categories, including regular, probationary, and piece-rate employees.
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Cambodia Opens Foreign Employee Quota Application for 2024
HR & Payroll Sep 08Cambodia has opened the application window for businesses to apply for the foreign employee quota. Under the quota system, only 10 percent of a local company’s workforce can be a foreign employee.
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Indonesia Introduces Golden Visa to Attract Foreign Investors
HR & Payroll Sep 04Indonesia is introducing a golden visa scheme to attract foreign corporate and individual investors. The scheme offers between five-to-10-year resident permits, depending on their investment value.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2023
Published: February 2023This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by ...
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