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  September 8, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 5 minutes
  

  Guide to Employment Permits in Malaysia for Foreign Workers

  As a middle-income country in ASEAN, Malaysia is an attractive location for expatriate workers, as such understanding the employment permit regime is key.
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  September 4, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 4 minutes
  

  Singapore and Brunei Establish Green Lane for Essential Travel

  On September 1, 2020, Singapore and Brunei established a green lane for short-term business and official trips between the two countries.
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  September 2, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 2 minutes
  

  Indonesia Introduces Wage Subsidy Program for Employees

  Indonesia’s Ministry of Manpower issued Reg 14/2020, which provides wage subsidies for employees in the private sector.
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  September 1, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Singapore Increases Qualifying Salaries for Foreign Employees

  Singapore’s government has increased the minimum qualifying salaries needed for foreign workers to receive the Employment Pass (EP) and S Pass permits.
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  August 26, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Singapore Extends Job Support Scheme: Businesses Receive Tiered Wage Subsidies

  The Singaporean government has extended the Job Support Scheme (JSS) until March 2021.
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  August 24, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Vietnam’s Entry Procedures for Foreign Employees amid the Pandemic

  Vietnam’s government has allowed selected international visitors to enter the country provided they meet the necessary requirements.
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  August 8, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Indonesia Increases Social Security Premium for 2020

  Indonesia has increased the premiums for its national health and pension insurance schemes.
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  August 4, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 5 minutes
  

  Reopening of the Malaysia-Singapore Border: Strict Health Protocols to Impact Travelers

  Malaysia and Singapore will begin reopening the borders between the two countries from August 17, 2020, under the Reciprocal Green Lane, and the Periodic Commuting Arrangement travel schemes.
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  July 13, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Thailand Allows Entry for Selected International Travelers

  Thailand began allowing selected international arrivals from July 1, 2020, as the country began easing its lockdown measures.
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  June 29, 2020 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Singapore’s COVID-19 Immigration Measures: Latest Updates

  As of June 17, 2020, Singapore will allow inbound travelers from selected countries to undergo self-quarantine in their place of residence.