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Singapore Holding and Trading Companies: A Guide for Vietnamese Businesses
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How to Set Up a Company in Singapore in 5 Steps
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Indonesia
PT PMA or Sector-Specific Entity: Which Structure Should Foreign Investors Choose in Indonesia?
Oct 14Foreign investors in Indonesia must assess PT PMA structures, sector-specific licensing, ownership restrictions, and capital requirements before market entry.
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How Should Foreign-Owned Companies Prepare for a Corporate Tax Audit in Indonesia?
Oct 02Prepare your foreign-owned company for a corporate tax audit in Indonesia with guidance on documentation, transfer pricing, and tax compliance.
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How Can Companies Deduct Bad Debts for Corporate Income Tax in Indonesia?
Sep 24Find out which bad debts can be deducted from corporate income tax in Indonesia, the conditions that apply, and the evidence companies need.
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Legalization and Apostille Requirements for Foreign Documents in Indonesia
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When Does an Indonesian Sales Operation Require a Local Company?
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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
Malaysia's Budget 2027: Key Tax and Investment Changes for Foreign Investors
Oct 20Malaysia's Budget 2027 introduces tax incentives, investment opportunities, and employment changes affecting foreign investors and businesses.
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Is a Foreign Company in Malaysia Allowed to Prepare Its Accounts in a Foreign Currency?
Oct 13Foreign companies in Malaysia may use foreign currencies for accounting but must meet local financial reporting and corporate tax requirements.
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Can Foreign Investors Use Nominee Shareholders in Malaysia?
Oct 08Examine Malaysia's nominee shareholder rules, foreign ownership restrictions, beneficial ownership disclosure requirements, and investment risks.
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How Should Foreign Companies File Corporate Income Tax Returns in Malaysia?
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Selling Shares in a Malaysian Company: When Does Capital Gains Tax Apply?
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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
What Is the Minimum Capital Required for a Foreign-Owned Company in the Philippines?
Oct 12Foreign investors in the Philippines face different minimum capital requirements depending on ownership, business activities, and export status.
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Can You Sell in the Philippines Without a Local Company?
Oct 07Find out how foreign companies can sell goods and services in the Philippines without a local entity and the tax, customs, and regulatory requirements involved.
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How Are Dividends Paid to Foreign Shareholders Taxed in the Philippines?
Oct 01Foreign shareholders receiving dividends from Philippine companies may face different withholding tax rates depending on their status, tax treaty eligibility, and tax-sparing relief.
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Which Investments Qualify for Tax Incentives Under the Philippines’ 2026–2028 SIPP?
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What Should Annual Financial Statements in the Philippines Include?
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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
Singapore Holding and Trading Companies: A Guide for Vietnamese Businesses
Nov 03Explore how Singapore holding and trading companies can support Vietnamese businesses with regional expansion, tax compliance, and succession planning.
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How to Set Up a Company in Singapore in 5 Steps
Oct 23Set up a company in Singapore in five steps, covering business structures, registration requirements, incorporation costs, banking, and compliance.
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Can a Singapore Company Carry Forward Tax Losses?
Oct 21Singapore companies can carry forward unused tax losses to offset future taxable income, subject to IRAS conditions. Find out the eligibility requirements and restrictions.
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Asia Transfer Pricing Brief: Q2 2026
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Can a Foreign Director Manage a Singapore Company from Overseas?
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From Scale to Strategy: India–Singapore Pathways for Growth and Innovation
As India–Singapore ties move from strategic intent to execution, businesses need clarity on where opportunities are becoming commercially viable. Th...
Thailand
Which Business Expenses Are Not Tax-Deductible in Thailand?
Oct 19Identify non-deductible business expenses in Thailand, including deduction limits, related-party payments, and corporate income tax compliance requirements.
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Transferring Shares in a Thai Company: Rules for Foreign Shareholders
Oct 16Foreign investors transferring shares in a Thai company must comply with ownership restrictions, legal procedures, and tax requirements.
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Filing Corporate Income Tax in Thailand: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Oct 11Filing corporate income tax in Thailand involves a 20 percent tax rate, annual and half-year returns, filing deadlines, and penalties for non-compliance.
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Can a Thailand Representative Office Operate Without Taxable Income?
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Thailand Cross-Border Service Payments: When Does Withholding Tax Apply?
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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: September 2026 Update
Oct 07The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker provides the latest data, industrial production indicators, and export performance insights to help investors monitor Vietnam’s fast-evolving manufacturing landscape.
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Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: September 2026 Update
Oct 07The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker provides the latest data, 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 Regional Minimum Wage Effective from January 1, 2026
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Vietnam’s First Draft of New Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) Released for Public Comments
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Vietnam's New Personal Data Protection Rules: Compliance, Governance, and Risk Management Guide
Vietnam's new personal data protection framework introduces significant compliance and governance obligations for businesses. Vietnam’s New Personal...
Rest of ASEAN
ASEAN's Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA): What Foreign Businesses Should Know
Oct 19ASEAN's Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) could reshape digital trade, data transfers, and payments. Assess the implications for foreign businesses.
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Building a Vietnam+1 Manufacturing Strategy with Cambodia
Oct 06Build a Vietnam+1 manufacturing strategy with Cambodia by assessing production costs, supply chains, cross-border logistics, and rules of origin.
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Cambodia Introduces Tax Incentives for Government Securities Investors
Oct 06Cambodia introduces tax incentives for 2026 government securities, including lower withholding tax and exemptions for interest and capital gains.
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GEO Marketing Is Rising Across ASEAN
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What Would an ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement Mean for Foreign Investors?
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Vietnam's New Personal Data Protection Rules: Compliance, Governance, and Risk Management Guide
Vietnam's new personal data protection framework introduces significant compliance and governance obligations for businesses. Vietnam’s New Personal...