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  September 26, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 9 minutes
  

  The Coronavirus in Asia and ASEAN – Live Updates by Country

  We will be operating this article as a running live update service to keep businesses in the ASEAN region informed with regards to the coronavirus.
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  September 25, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 5 minutes
  

  Why Indonesia is an Exciting Investment Destination for US Investors

  Indonesia and the United States have enjoyed bilateral relations that stretch from 1949, with annual total trade valued at US$30 billion.
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  September 24, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 4 minutes
  

  Audit and Compliance in Brunei: A Guide for Foreign Investors

  Private and public companies in Brunei are obligated to audit their accounts as well as hold annual general meetings once a year.
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  September 23, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 4 minutes
  

  Indonesia Temporarily Eases Payments of Social Security Premiums for Businesses

  Government Regulation 49 of 2020 (GR 49/2020) provides reductions in and postponement of the social security payments made by businesses.
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  September 21, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Singapore Establishes Green Lane with Japan for Essential Travel

  Singapore and Japan established a travel corridor on September 18 to facilitate essential business and official travel between the two countries.
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  September 18, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  The 27th ASEAN Regional Forum: Salient Features

  ASEAN conducted the 27th ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF), which is a platform to discuss any political and security issues impacting the bloc.
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  September 17, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Investing in ASEAN’s Healthcare Sector: New Opportunities After COVID-19

  COVID-19 will encourage reforms in ASEAN’s healthcare sector, opening new investment opportunities in the fields of medicine and pharmaceuticals. 
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  September 15, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 4 minutes
  

  Investing in ASEAN’s Digital Landscape: New Opportunities After COVID-19

  COVID-19 has reshaped ASEAN’s digital landscape with many governments and businesses in the region being forced to accelerate the transition towards a digital economy.
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  September 11, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Myanmar’s 2020 Union Taxation Law: Salient Features

  Myanmar introduced the 2020 Union Taxation Law, which sets out the latest rates for income tax, gemstone tax, commercial tax, and specific goods tax.
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  September 10, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  The Guide to Employment Permits for Foreign Workers in Indonesia

  For foreign workers and their employers in Indonesia, understanding the process to obtain an employment permit is essential.