Vietnam’s Decree 252 introduces faster removal of exit suspensions, tax debt thresholds, and a 120-day grace period for taxpayers.
Launching a financial services or fintech business in Singapore requires choosing the right license, corporate structure, and capital commitment. Learn what foreign investors need to know.
Learn how Vietnam's four new tax decrees, effective 1 July 2026, affect tax administration, PIT, e-invoicing and transfer pricing compliance.
Decree 260/2026 introduces stricter requirements, expanded incentives and new compliance rules for investors in Vietnam's high-tech parks.
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Managing intercompany transactions in Indonesia requires careful accounting treatment, PSAK compliance, statutory financial reporting, and related-party disclosures.
Avoid common structuring mistakes that can delay market entry into Indonesia. Explore key legal, licensing, governance, and tax considerations for foreign investors.
Learn how US investors should structure India market entry, compare India with China, Vietnam, and Indonesia, and assess tax, GST, FDI, and compliance risks.
Find out when foreign investors need a Bumiputera partner in Malaysia, including licensing, procurement, distributive trade, and IPO participation requirements.
Structuring a tax-efficient operating model in Malaysia requires careful planning of business functions, intercompany transactions, and tax obligations. Find out what foreign investors should consider before commencing operations.
Compare fixed-term and permanent employment contracts in Malaysia and learn which arrangement best suits your workforce strategy, legal obligations, and business needs.
Choosing between a domestic corporation, OPC, or branch office in the Philippines depends on foreign ownership rules, tax, governance, and regulatory requirements.
See how intercompany transactions in the Philippines affect tax cost, audit risk, and cash flow. Identify key triggers and avoid costly compliance issues.
Avoid delays and unnecessary costs when setting up a company in the Philippines. Learn what foreign investors must get right before investing.
Launching a financial services or fintech business in Singapore requires choosing the right license, corporate structure, and capital commitment. Learn what foreign investors need to know.
Evaluate incorporated and contractual joint ventures in Singapore, with practical guidance on ownership, governance, and legal implementation for foreign investors.
As GCC capital flows increasingly toward India, ASEAN, Singapore, and Hong Kong, UAE holding companies are emerging as a strategic structure for Asia-focused investment. This article examines how treaty access, tax efficiency, substance, succession planning, and exit mechanics can shape returns for Gulf-based investors.
Hiring foreign employees in Thailand requires compliance with work permit rules, employer eligibility requirements, application procedures, and ongoing obligations.
Thailand is Vietnam’s second-largest ASEAN investor, with US$15.4 billion in registered capital. Explore leading Thai investors, priority sectors, market entry strategies, and opportunities for businesses entering Vietnam in 2026.
Evaluate whether a private limited company is the right structure for your Thailand investment by comparing foreign ownership rules, BOI incentives, liability considerations, and long-term business objectives.
The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker provides the latest data, industrial production indicators, and export performance insights to help investors monitor Vietnam’s fast-evolving manufacturing landscape.
Vietnam’s government has officially updated the regional minimum wage for contract-based workers, which will take effect from January 1, 2026.
On 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.
As GCC capital flows increasingly toward India, ASEAN, Singapore, and Hong Kong, UAE holding companies are emerging as a strategic structure for Asia-focused investment. This article examines how treaty access, tax efficiency, substance, succession planning, and exit mechanics can shape returns for Gulf-based investors.
Thailand is Vietnam’s second-largest ASEAN investor, with US$15.4 billion in registered capital. Explore leading Thai investors, priority sectors, market entry strategies, and opportunities for businesses entering Vietnam in 2026.
Singapore's tax treaty network may reduce withholding taxes on dividend, interest, and royalty payments, helping investors optimize holding company structures, financing arrangements, and intellectual property strategies across ASEAN.