Legal & Regulatory

Thailand’s Foreign Business Act Reform Reduces Licensing Barriers for Selected Foreign Investors

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Thailand is removing Foreign Business License requirements for selected regulated sectors, potentially reducing market-entry delays and licensing complexity for foreign investors operating in Thailand.

Thailand Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign Investors: What Determines Your Investment Threshold?

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Foreign investors entering Thailand may face different minimum capital requirements depending on ownership structure, work permits, BOI promotion, and regulated business activities.

How Tax Exposure Expands as Foreign Branch Operations Grow in Malaysia

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Learn how expanding operations can increase tax exposure, withholding obligations, transfer pricing scrutiny, and reporting complexity for foreign branch offices in Malaysia.

Malaysia Entry Strategy: Sdn Bhd vs Branch Office for Foreign Business Expansion

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Compare Sdn Bhd and branch office structures in Malaysia, including tax treatment, licensing, banking, incentives, compliance, and expansion flexibility for foreign investors.

Thailand Market Entry: Foreign Business License or BOI Promotion?

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Choosing between a Foreign Business License and BOI promotion in Thailand affects ownership, tax, and timelines. Learn which structure fits your investment and avoid costly mistakes.

Choosing Between BOI and Non-BOI Companies in Thailand for Foreign Investors

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Understand whether a BOI or non-BOI company in Thailand makes financial sense based on tax benefits, ownership control, setup timelines, and compliance requirements.

Ascentium Acquires Dezan Shira & Associates, Expanding its Footprint to 27 Markets and Strengthening Corporate Services Capabilities

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Ascentium, a leading global business services platform headquartered in Singapore, has completed its acquisition of Dezan Shira & Associates, a multi-disciplinary professional services firm with more than three decades of experience advising foreign investors across Asia.

Adapting to Singapore’s 15% Global Minimum Tax as a Multinational

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Singapore’s 15% minimum tax is reshaping multinational structures. Understand exposure, costs, and why Singapore remains a leading hub.

Indonesia’s Minimum Investment Requirements: What Foreign Investors Need to Plan Before Entry

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A practical guide to Indonesia’s PT PMA investment rules, including the IDR 10 billion threshold, capital structuring, and expansion planning.

Philippines Domestic Corporation Setup: Avoid Costly Mistakes Before You Invest

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Avoid delays and unnecessary costs when setting up a company in the Philippines. Learn what foreign investors must get right before investing.

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