Other BriefingsCalculating Taxable Profit in Vietnam for Foreign-Invested Companies
Learn how Vietnam calculates taxable profit for foreign-invested companies, including deductible expenses, depreciation rules, and tax compliance requirements.
Managing Vietnamese Teams: Decoding Culture to Build Trust, Performance and Long-Term Engagement
For many leaders, the real challenge isn't market entry or strategy but understanding how to work effectively with Vietnamese teams.
Singapore Subsidiary or Branch Office: How Foreign Companies Should Structure Market Entry
Compare subsidiary and branch structures in Singapore, including liability, tax treatment, governance, and profit repatriation implications.
Vietnam’s Labor Market in 2026: Hiring Hotspots and Talent Shifts
Vietnam’s labor market enters 2026 with stronger headline momentum but a more selective hiring environment.
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Indonesia’s QRIS Expansion Across APEC and What It Means for Businesses
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Tax Obligations for Resident and Non-Resident Property Owners in Vietnam
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Ho Chi Minh City Strengthens Cambodia Trade Links via Major Transport Projects
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Vietnam Foreign Contractor Tax Explained: A Guide for Cross-Border Payments
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How Global Energy Price Volatility Could Affect Singapore’s Economy
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Indonesia
Indonesia’s QRIS Expansion Across APEC and What It Means for Businesses
Mar 23Indonesia plans to expand QRIS across APEC economies, enabling cross-border digital payments and creating opportunities for Indonesian businesses.
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Indonesia Corporate Income Tax Framework for Foreign-Owned Companies
Mar 18Learn how foreign companies can structure operations in Indonesia to manage corporate tax, reduce withholding exposure, and secure available incentives.
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ASEAN’s LNG Export Leaders: Investment and Energy Trade Opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia
Mar 17Foreign investors are exploring LNG opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia as new gas discoveries and major projects reshape Southeast Asia’s energy trade.
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Indonesia’s Danantara After Year One: Growth Targets, Asset Consolidation, and Investment Implications
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How Foreign Investors Should Prepare Year-One Tax Compliance Plans 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
ASEAN’s LNG Export Leaders: Investment and Energy Trade Opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia
Mar 17Foreign investors are exploring LNG opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia as new gas discoveries and major projects reshape Southeast Asia’s energy trade.
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How CPTPP Is Reshaping Malaysia’s Export Markets
Mar 06Malaysia’s CPTPP exports rose sharply in 2025, opening new growth markets and supply chain roles. Discover how tariff preferences, rising exports to Mexico and Canada, and manufacturing momentum could shape investment decisions.
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Malaysia’s Rising Role in US Trade and What It Means for Foreign Investors
Feb 27Explore US–Malaysia trade trends, key export sectors, and why Malaysia is becoming a critical supply chain partner for foreign investors.
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Tax Treatment of Intercompany Funding and Royalties in Malaysia
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Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign Investors in Malaysia: Sector-Specific Rules Explained
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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
Philippines–UAE CEPA: Trade Expansion and Investment Implications
Mar 10The Philippines–UAE CEPA can expand trade, infrastructure investment, and sector opportunities linking Southeast Asia with Gulf markets.
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How to Add or Amend Business Activities After Incorporation in the Philippines
Feb 13Foreign investors adding activities in the Philippines must review 60 percent ownership caps, US$200,000 capital rules, and tax impact before amendment.
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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
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Enforcing Commercial Contracts in the Philippines: An Investor Enforcement Perspective
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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 Subsidiary or Branch Office: How Foreign Companies Should Structure Market Entry
Mar 24Compare subsidiary and branch structures in Singapore, including liability, tax treatment, governance, and profit repatriation implications.
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How Global Energy Price Volatility Could Affect Singapore’s Economy
Mar 19Singapore faces rising costs from global energy shocks, but its role as a regional hub creates both risks and opportunities for investors.
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Comparing Tax Environments: Dubai, Hong Kong, and Singapore
Mar 02While Dubai, Hong Kong, and Singapore all offer attractive tax regimes, determining which one aligns best with your business goals requires careful consideration of various factors.
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Singapore Budget 2026 and its Impact on Foreign Investors: Tax, Incentives, and Strategic Signals
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Singapore RHQ and IHQ Incentives: What Multinationals Should Know
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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
Personal Income Tax Filing in Thailand: What Expats Need to Know
Mar 11Foreign professionals in Thailand should review personal income tax filing requirements, residency thresholds, deductions, and foreign income rules to assess their tax exposure.
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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
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How Foreign Investors Should Structure M&A in Thailand
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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
Ho Chi Minh City Strengthens Cambodia Trade Links via Major Transport Projects
Mar 22Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), the economic center of Vietnam, is ramping up infrastructure development to boost its connectivity with Cambodia.
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Laos Land Conversion Policy: New Entry Points for Foreign Investors
Mar 17Laos’ land conversion policy opens new entry options for foreign investors. Assess approvals, sectors, risks, and investment pathways.
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ASEAN’s LNG Export Leaders: Investment and Energy Trade Opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia
Mar 17Foreign investors are exploring LNG opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia as new gas discoveries and major projects reshape Southeast Asia’s energy trade.
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How Middle East Energy Disruptions Could Reshape Investment Planning in ASEAN
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China’s New International Land-Sea Corridor: Implications for Supply Chains and ASEAN Trade
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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...