Other BriefingsVietnam Introduces Motorcycle Emission Standards amid Nationwide Air-Quality Reforms
Vietnam introduces national motorcycle emission standards, establishing a first nationwide framework for controlling motorcycle and moped emissions.
Vietnam Economic Performance in 2025: GDP, FDI, and Trade
Vietnam’s economy demonstrated a robust performance in 2025, achieving 8 percent GDP growth, maintaining resilient FDI, keeping inflation stable, and expanding trade.
Exploring the Vietnam International Financial Center: Part 2 – Legal Framework, Dispute Resolution, and Judicial Mechanisms
An overview of the Vietnam IFC legal framework, including Resolution 222, the application of foreign law, arbitration options, and dispute resolution mechanisms for cross-border investors.
EU Sustainability Due Diligence Rules: Compliance Implications for Vietnam Businesses
Learn how Vietnam-based suppliers should prepare for compliance with the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
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Managing Group Reporting and Consolidation from Vietnam
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Understanding Key Indirect and International Taxes in Vietnam
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Vietnam Standard Industrial Classification Updated for Administrative Purposes
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Withholding Tax Treatment for Cross-Border Payments in Singapore
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Singapore Ranks Fourth in the Asia Manufacturing Index
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Indonesia
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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Profit Repatriation from Indonesia: Tax, Timing, and Execution Considerations
Jan 13Foreign investors repatriating profits from Indonesia must manage tax exposure, timing, and execution risks to ensure predictable cash outcomes.
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VAT Registration, E-Faktur, and Ongoing Compliance in Indonesia for Foreign Investors
Jan 09Foreign investors operating in Indonesia face VAT obligations tied to e-Faktur, monthly reporting, and ongoing compliance requirements.
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Using Business Intelligence to Evaluate Logistics and Port Connectivity in Indonesia
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Evaluating Indonesia’s Middle-Class Growth Using Business Intelligence
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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 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
Jan 14Foreign investors must assess ownership caps, conditional sectors, licensing scope, capital, and treaty limits before entering Vietnam.
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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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Dezan Shira & Associates Releases Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 Amid Intensifying Competition
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Dezan Shira & Associates Releases Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 Amid Intensifying Competition
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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
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
Dec 04Withholding tax affects dividends, royalties, and service fees for foreign investors in the Philippines, shaping rates, risks, and compliance.
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Should Foreign Groups Adopt Philippine Financial Reporting Standards or IFRS for Consolidation
Nov 19Foreign groups must choose between PFRS and IFRS aligned reporting in the Philippines to maintain consolidation accuracy and protect audit timelines.
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Paid-Up Capital Decisions in the Philippines: What CFOs Should Weigh
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Which Philippine Work Visa Best Fits Foreign Investors
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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
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
Jan 14Singapore ranks fourth in the Asia Manufacturing Index, reflecting strong performance in infrastructure, trade, tax policy, and innovation, balanced by structural limits in scale and labor.
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Local Director and Management Presence Requirements in Singapore
Jan 06Foreign investors should assess Singapore’s local director and management presence rules, nominee disclosure updates, and governance expectations.
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Banking, Account Opening, And Source-Of-Funds Scrutiny in Singapore
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Singapore’s F&B Sector: Entering 2026 an Entry Decision for Foreign Investors
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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
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
Nov 21Foreign investors must map Thailand’s ownership limits early, choose a compliant M&A structure, and time approvals to avoid regulatory gaps.
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Customs Strategy in Thailand: FTAs and Duty Drawback Options
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Vietnam Targets Fiberboard from Thailand and China: Anti-Dumping Duties, Implications and Strategic Responses
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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 November 2025
Nov 17In the first 10 months of 2025, Vietnam witnessed rises in FDI, PMI, and IIP, despite concerns over US tariffs. The US also remained Vietnam's top market for exports, generating a strong revenue of US$85.1 billion.
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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
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
Jan 12Foreign investors in Cambodia should align transfer pricing with real operations early to reduce audit friction and avoid repatriation delays as revenue grows.
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Using Business Intelligence to Evaluate Logistics and Port Connectivity in Indonesia
Jan 08Indonesia’s logistics and port connectivity are assessed in terms of hub capacity, reliability, last-mile delivery constraints, and ASEAN positioning.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2026 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates
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Using BI to Benchmark Consumer Markets in ASEAN with a Focus on 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...