Other BriefingsMajor Legislative Overhaul: Key Laws and Resolutions from Vietnam NA's 10th Session
Examine the key changes to laws and resolutions that could significantly impact businesses from the 10th session of Vietnam’s National Assembly.
Understanding Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Cambodia
Foreign investors must understand Cambodia’s minimum and paid-up capital rules because practical banking and tax requirements exceed the legal minimum.
How To Amend KBLI Codes When Expanding into New Business Lines in Indonesia
KBLI amendments are required when activities change, and OSS-RBA reclassification determines the licensing steps for foreign investors in Indonesia.
Vietnam Amends Personal Income Tax Law: Key Highlights and Business Implications
Vietnam’s National Assembly approves the amended Law on Personal Income Tax, aiming to broaden the tax base while lowering inequality.
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Repatriating Profits from Singapore: Dividends vs Royalties vs Service Fees
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Vietnam’s IFRS Sustainability Terminology Translation: Why It Matters
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Vietnam E-Visa: A Complete Guide
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Circular 99: What Vietnam’s New Accounting Regime Means for IFRS Alignment
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Coca-Cola’s Tax Lawsuit: Transfer Pricing Risk Consideration for Business in Vietnam
Dec 05
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Indonesia
How To Amend KBLI Codes When Expanding into New Business Lines in Indonesia
Dec 11KBLI amendments are required when activities change, and OSS-RBA reclassification determines the licensing steps for foreign investors in Indonesia.
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Business Intelligence for Regulatory Risk in Indonesia Market Entry
Dec 03Business intelligence helps foreign investors assess ownership, licensing, staffing, tax, and data requirements before entering Indonesia.
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Should Intercompany Fees in Indonesia Be Classified as Services, Royalties, or Cost Recharges?
Dec 01Indonesia’s rules on classifying intercompany fees as services, royalties, or cost recharges shape withholding, VAT, and audit exposure for foreign companies.
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When a Representative Office Makes Sense in Indonesia
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How Business Intelligence Identifies Hidden Supply Chain Risks in Indonesia’s Tier-1 and Tier-2 Regions
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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
How Business Intelligence Prevents Partnership Disputes in Malaysian Joint Ventures
Dec 12Explore how business intelligence helps foreign investors prevent partnership disputes in Malaysian joint ventures shaped by family control.
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Contract of Service vs Contract for Service in Malaysia
Dec 09Foreign employers can distinguish between Malaysia’s contract of service and contract for service to manage hiring compliance, worker rights, and classification risks.
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Identifying High-Growth Sectors in Malaysia with Business Intelligence
Dec 06Discover Malaysia’s most promising sectors through data-driven business intelligence, with state-by-state insights to guide foreign investors entering the market.
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Why Business Intelligence Is Essential for Vetting Malaysian JV Partners
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When Expatriates Qualify for Malaysian Tax Residency
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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 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
Nov 10Foreign CFOs entering the Philippines should structure paid-up capital strategically to align ownership, compliance, and liquidity with tax efficiency and investment goals.
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Which Philippine Work Visa Best Fits Foreign Investors
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Payroll Compliance in the Philippines: What CFOs Must Know
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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
Repatriating Profits from Singapore: Dividends vs Royalties vs Service Fees
Dec 09Foreign investors assess dividends, royalties, and service fees to repatriate profits from Singapore while managing tax, substance, and treaty exposure.
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How the SGX–Nasdaq Dual-Listing Bridge Shapes Capital-Raising Options for Global Issuers
Nov 24Foreign investors can assess how the SGX–Nasdaq dual-listing bridge influences valuation signals, market scale, and issuer positioning ahead of its launch.
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How Much Disclosure is Optimal Under Singapore’s ACRA and MAS Rules
Nov 13Companies should calibrate disclosure under ACRA and MAS to meet regulatory expectations, maintain governance credibility and protect sensitive information.
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Singapore GDP 2040: What Investors Should Know
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Should You Invest in Methanol and Ammonia Bunkering 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
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
Nov 10Evaluate how FTAs, HS codes, and duty-drawback mechanisms can optimize import costs, compliance, and liquidity for foreign businesses in Thailand.
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Vietnam Targets Fiberboard from Thailand and China: Anti-Dumping Duties, Implications and Strategic Responses
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Foreign Business License in Thailand — Do You Need One?
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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
Understanding Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Cambodia
Dec 11Foreign investors must understand Cambodia’s minimum and paid-up capital rules because practical banking and tax requirements exceed the legal minimum.
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ASEAN–New Zealand At 50: What the New Joint Vision Signals For Foreign Investors
Nov 30The ASEAN–New Zealand Joint Vision introduces new regulatory alignment, compliance expectations, and market-entry conditions for foreign investors.
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Timor-Leste Joins ASEAN — A New Frontier for Strategic Investors
Nov 03Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership offers 10-year tax holidays, USD stability, and full profit repatriation for foreign investors.
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Avoiding Origin Violations: How Foreign Businesses in China Can Legally Route Goods Through ASEAN and Beyond
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ASEAN Transshipment and US Tariffs – Balancing Opportunity and Risk
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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...