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Taxation in ASEAN: An Introduction
In this article, we highlight the salient features of the taxation regimes of the individual member states of ASEAN. We examine the various forms of taxation within ASEAN while highlighting their regional variations.
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Design Rights Protection in South East Asia
In this article, South-East Asia IPR SME Helpdesk highlights the measures companies should adopt to protect their design rights in ASEAN.
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Investing in Thailand: Tax and Non-Tax Incentives
Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) offers a range of tax and non-tax incentives to foreign companies making investments in the country. In this article, we discuss the various tax and non-tax incentives on offer for foreign investors in Thailand.
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Key Highlights of Cambodia-China Double Taxation Treaty
The China-Cambodian Double Taxation Treaty (DTT) entered into force on January 26, 2018, and will be applicable to income received on or after January 1, 2019. Read our article to know about the key highlights of the treaty.
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The Philippines' FTA with the European Free Trade Association Enters into Force in June
The Philippines' FTA with the European Free Trade Association, which will come into force on June 1, 2018 for the Philippines and Switzerland, will significantly benefit businesses exporting goods from the Philippines to the EFTA member states. Read more in our latest article.
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Myanmar’s Daily Minimum Wage Increased from Kyat 3,600 to Kyat 4,800
Myanmar’s union government has increased the country’s daily minimum wage for an eight-hour work day from Kyat 3,600 (US$2.65) to Kyat 4,800 (US$3.54). The wage increase is the first since Myanmar introduced a minimum wage as part of the government’s labor market reforms in 2015.
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Cambodia Grants Validation to European Union Patents
Cambodia is the first Asian country to grant validation to European patents. Read our latest article to know what requirements are to be met in order to validate patents in Cambodia.
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Corporate Taxes in the Philippines
In the Philippines, all companies – domestic or foreign – are liable to pay corporate income tax (CIT). The tax liability for a corporation is determined by its residency status and is based on the net income it obtains. Read more in our latest article.
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Corporate Establishment in Thailand: What You Need to Know
Thailand’s ranking on the World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business index for 2018 moved up 20 positions to 26th among 190 economies worldwide. In this article, we analyze the various market entry options available for investors interested in expanding to the kingdom.
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Thailand’s Automotive Industry: Opportunities and Incentives
Thailand offers great investment potential as a leading automotive production base in ASEAN. Read our latest article to know more about the opportunities and incentives on offer as well as the outlook for 2018.
Economy & Trade
Investing in Thailand: Tax and Non-Tax Incentives
Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) offers a range of tax and non-tax incentives to foreign companies making investments in the country. In this article, we discuss the various tax and non-tax incentives on offer for foreign investors in Thailand.
- The Philippines’ FTA with the European Free Trade Association Enters into Force in June
- Corporate Establishment in Thailand: What You Need to Know
- Thailand’s Automotive Industry: Opportunities and Incentives
- Singapore Announces New FinTech Fast Track initiative
Tax & Accounting
Taxation in ASEAN: An Introduction
In this article, we highlight the salient features of the taxation regimes of the individual member states of ASEAN. We examine the various forms of taxation within ASEAN while highlighting their regional variations.
- Key Highlights of Cambodia-China Double Taxation Treaty
- Corporate Taxes in the Philippines
- The 2018/19 ASEAN Tax Comparator – New Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine
- Indonesia Eases Tax Holiday Policy for New FDI Projects
Legal & Regulatory
Design Rights Protection in South East Asia
In this article, South-East Asia IPR SME Helpdesk highlights the measures companies should adopt to protect their design rights in ASEAN.
- Key Highlights of Cambodia-China Double Taxation Treaty
- Laos Increases Minimum Monthly Wage for the Third Time in Eight Years
- Myanmar’s Daily Minimum Wage Increased from Kyat 3,600 to Kyat 4,800
- Cambodia Grants Validation to European Union Patents
Industries
Thailand’s Automotive Industry: Opportunities and Incentives
Thailand offers great investment potential as a leading automotive production base in ASEAN. Read our latest article to know more about the opportunities and incentives on offer as well as the outlook for 2018.
- Indonesia: Future Halal Market Hub
- Banking Sector Reforms in Myanmar
- Инвестирование в Манилу
- The Southern Economic Corridor: Boosting Trade and Investment in Cambodia
Human Resources & Payroll
Laos Increases Minimum Monthly Wage for the Third Time in Eight Years
The Lao government has increased the country’s monthly minimum wage from Kip 900,000 (US$108) to Kip 1,100,000 (US$132) with effect from May 1, 2018. While this is the third such raise in the last eight years, the revised wages are still significantly lower than those in neighboring countries in ASEAN.
- Myanmar’s Daily Minimum Wage Increased from Kyat 3,600 to Kyat 4,800
- The Guide to Employment Permits for Foreign Workers in Indonesia
- The Guide to Employment Permits for Foreign Workers in Brunei
- Thailand Introduces New Four-Year Smart Visas for Investors
