Thailand’s 2026 Plug-in Hybrid Incentives: A New Tax Strategy

Industries

Explore Thailand’s 2026 PHEV tax incentives and learn how foreign investors can benefit from new excise rules and production trends.

Human Resources & Payroll

Termination and Severance in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Employers

Foreign employers must follow legal grounds, notice rules, and severance pay procedures when terminating employees in Vietnam.

Economy & Trade

Indonesia Eases Import Rules for 10 Key Commodities to Boost Trade and Investment

Indonesia removes import restrictions on 10 commodities to boost trade and attract investors ahead of major tariff deadlines.

Tax & Accounting

Malaysia’s SST Hike: Impact on Luxury Goods

Malaysia’s luxury goods and services will be taxed at up to 10% starting July 1, raising costs for retailers and reshaping pricing strategies.

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Economy & Trade

Economy & Trade

ASEAN Nations Mobilize Ahead of U.S. Tariff Deadline

Jul 04

ASEAN countries take urgent action — deals, taskforces, and diplomacy — in response to U.S. tariffs set to take effect on July 9.

 

Tax & Accounting

Tax & Accounting

Transfer Pricing in Indonesia: What Will Trigger a Tax Audit in 2025

Jun 30

Indonesia’s 2025 tax audits now target outdated transfer pricing practices, requiring timely documentation and price-setting reports.

 

Legal & Regulatory

Legal & Regulatory

Singapore Clarifies Rules on Non-Preferential Origin Declarations

Jun 25

Singapore Customs clarifies non-preferential origin rules, urging exporters to ensure accurate trade documentation and compliance.

Industries

Industries

Foreign Ownership Rules in the Philippines: What’s Allowed and Restricted

Jul 08

Understand what sectors are open, restricted, or closed to foreign ownership in the Philippines under current laws and incentives.

 

HR & Payroll

HR & Payroll

How to Legally Employ and Pay Foreign Workers in Indonesia

Jul 04

Hiring foreign workers in Indonesia involves permits, contracts, tax, and payroll rules that employers must comply with fully.

 

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