Other BriefingsVietnam’s New Law on Rehabilitation and Bankruptcy: Aligning the Insolvency Framework with International Practice
Vietnam’s 2025 Law on Rehabilitation and Bankruptcy transforms its insolvency system by focusing on debtor-led rehabilitation with early intervention, court oversight, and structured creditor involvement.
Vietnam Year-End Closing and Audit Preparation for Foreign-Invested Enterprises
Foreign investors should assess Vietnam’s year-end closing rules, statutory audits, tax risks, and profit repatriation limits.
Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: As of February 2026
The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker by Vietnam Briefing provides the latest data, policy updates, FDI trends, industrial production indicators, and export performance insights to help investors monitor Vietnam’s fast-evolving manufacturing landscape.
Vietnam’s 183-Day Rule: Tax Implications for Foreign Employees
Understand how Vietnam’s 183-day rule changes tax exposure, withholding, and assignment structuring for foreign staff.
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Driving Vietnam’s Private Sector Growth: Core Incentives Introduced by Decree 20/2026
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How Indonesia’s PT PMA Structure Fits Foreign Ownership and Control Requirements
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Using Business Intelligence to Evaluate Workforce Availability and Wage Levels in Indonesia
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Resolution 79: What Vietnam’s SOE Strategy Means for Private Businesses
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How Singapore’s Pte Ltd Structure Supports 100% Foreign Ownership
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Indonesia
How Indonesia’s PT PMA Structure Fits Foreign Ownership and Control Requirements
Feb 10Foreign investors can use a PT PMA to secure ownership control capital structure and profit repatriation in Indonesia.
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Using Business Intelligence to Evaluate Workforce Availability and Wage Levels in Indonesia
Feb 09Investors use business intelligence to assess workforce supply, wage levels, and hiring risks before selecting locations in Indonesia.
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Capital Injection vs Shareholder Loans: Tax Implications for Foreign Investors in Indonesia
Feb 04Compare equity and shareholder loans in Indonesia, including tax timing, withholding exposure, and capital recovery implications for foreign investors.
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Sector Screening for Indonesia Market Entry: A Business Intelligence Framework for Foreign Investors
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Foreign Ownership Rules and Conditional Sector Access in Indonesia
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Customs and Trade Strategy in Indonesia: An Investor's Guide
As shifting supply chains, new trade agreements, and a growing manufacturing base reshape the economy, investors must understand how to navigate custo...
Malaysia
India Pitches Semiconductors, Clean Energy to Malaysian Capital During Modi Visit
Feb 09Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, signals India's push to attract Malaysian capital into semiconductors, clean energy, digital payments, and advanced manufacturing.
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Malaysia’s Rising Role in US Trade and What It Means for Foreign Investors
Jan 30Explore US–Malaysia trade trends, key export sectors, and why Malaysia is becoming a critical supply chain partner for foreign investors.
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Malaysia Revises Its Expatriate Employment Policy
Jan 19Malaysia will revise its expatriate employment policy from June 2026, raising salary thresholds and introducing time limits for Employment Pass holders.
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Foreign Ownership Restrictions and Conditional Sectors in Vietnam
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Asia Manufacturing Index: Malaysia Places Second Among ASEAN Economies
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Investing in Malaysia - Key Sectors and Opportunities for Foreign Investors
This issue of Investing in Malaysia provides a comprehensive analysis of the country’s key investment sectors, outlining growth trends, regulatory d...
Philippines
Understanding Capital Gains Treatment for Share and Asset Transfers in the Philippines
Feb 05Share vs asset transfers in the Philippines: capital gains, VAT, and corporate tax risks foreign investors must model before exiting.
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How to Reduce Withholding Tax on Cross-Border Payments in the Philippines
Jan 27Foreign companies operating in the Philippines must manage withholding tax risks through proper documentation, treaty compliance, and structured advisory support.
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Enforcing Commercial Contracts in the Philippines: An Investor Enforcement Perspective
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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Understanding Withholding Tax on Royalties, Dividends, And Service Fees in The Philippines
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Should Foreign Groups Adopt Philippine Financial Reporting Standards or IFRS for Consolidation
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Unlocking the ASEAN-6 | ESG Transition Overview 2024
Unlocking the ASEAN-6 | ESG Transition Landscape 2024 offers essential insights into the evolving sustainability reporting requirements of Southeast A...
Singapore
How Singapore’s Pte Ltd Structure Supports 100% Foreign Ownership
Feb 07Assess how Singapore’s Pte Ltd structure supports 100% foreign ownership, governance control, tax treatment, and exit feasibility for investors.
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Common Structuring Gaps That Delay Banking or Activation in Singapore
Jan 28Foreign investors in Singapore face banking and activation delays from ownership, governance, funding, and payment structuring gaps.
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Withholding Tax Treatment for Cross-Border Payments in Singapore
Jan 15Foreign investors should assess how withholding tax applies to cross-border payments in Singapore, including rates, treaty risk, and issues that affect cost and compliance.
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Singapore Ranks Fourth in the Asia Manufacturing Index
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Local Director and Management Presence Requirements in Singapore
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Investing Across Borders: Opportunities in the Johor–Singapore SEZ
This publication sets out the rationale behind the Johor-Singapore SEZ, the sectors it is likely to support, and the broader context in which it is be...
Thailand
Navigating Thailand’s Competition Law and Merger Approval Regime for Foreign Businesses
Feb 05Understand Thailand’s merger control thresholds, approval timelines, and how competition law impacts foreign acquisitions and deal execution.
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Choosing The Appropriate Legal Entity for Foreign Investors in Thailand
Jan 21Foreign investors entering Thailand must choose the right legal entity to manage ownership limits, licensing, capital requirements, and long-term exit risk.
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Thailand Introduces Digital Work Permit System for Foreign Employers
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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How Foreign Investors Should Structure M&A in Thailand
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Customs Strategy in Thailand: FTAs and Duty Drawback Options
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Investing Across Borders: Opportunities in the Johor–Singapore SEZ
This publication sets out the rationale behind the Johor-Singapore SEZ, the sectors it is likely to support, and the broader context in which it is be...
Vietnam
Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: As of February 2026
Feb 11The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker by Vietnam Briefing provides the latest data, policy updates, FDI trends, industrial production indicators, and export performance insights to help investors monitor Vietnam’s fast-evolving manufacturing landscape.
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Vietnam’s Regional Minimum Wage Effective from January 1, 2026
Nov 11Vietnam’s government has officially updated the regional minimum wage for contract-based workers, which will take effect from January 1, 2026.
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Vietnam’s First Draft of New Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) Released for Public Comments
Sep 26On September 24, 2024, the Vietnamese government issued the first draft of a new Law on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) for public feedback. The draft law has more stringent provisions than the Personal Data Protection Decree and is potentially set to take effect from January 1, 2026.
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Vietnam’s 2024 Social Insurance Law: Implications for Businesses
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EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement: Key Provisions and Implications for FDI
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Vietnam’s Evolving Tax Regime: Compliance with New CIT, VAT, and Invoicing Rules
Vietnam is fast-tracking major tax reforms to align with global standards and adapt to rapid market shifts. Key changes in 2025 include a new Corporat...
Rest of ASEAN
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Timor Est entra nell'ASEAN — Una nuova frontiera per gli investitori strategici
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Asia Manufacturing Index: Malaysia Places Second Among ASEAN Economies
Jan 13Malaysia ranks second among ASEAN economies in the 2026 Asia Manufacturing Index, which compares manufacturing-related indicators across 11 Asian countries.
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Transfer Pricing in Cambodia: What Foreign Investors Need to Get Right Before Revenue Scales
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Using Business Intelligence to Evaluate Logistics and Port Connectivity in Indonesia
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Vietnam’s Evolving Tax Regime: Compliance with New CIT, VAT, and Invoicing Rules
Vietnam is fast-tracking major tax reforms to align with global standards and adapt to rapid market shifts. Key changes in 2025 include a new Corporat...