Other Briefings
Bank Indonesia to Standardize QR Code Payment
Quick Response Code (QR Code) is increasingly being used as one of the digital payment methods in Indonesia. In view of this, Bank Indonesia (BI) plans to issue a regulation related to standardization of QR Code payment in the country.
Singapore: Key Legislative Changes on AGMs and Annual Returns
With effect from August 31, 2018, three key legislative changes have been made to the Singapore compliance landscape in a bid to uphold the country’s business-friendly reputation. Read our latest article to know what these key amendments are.
Indonesia Eases Tax Holiday Policy for New FDI Projects in All Sectors
In a bid to attract more investment to support the country’s economic growth, Indonesia recently issued a new regulation granting a 100 percent Corporate Income Tax (CIT) cut to new FDI-backed businesses across all sectors. Read our latest article to know more.
Indonesia Market Entry Models: Representative Office
There are two main market entry options available for foreign investors looking to expand into Indonesia: a Limited Liability Company and a Representative Office. In this article, we discuss the Representative Office.
Indonesia Market Entry Models: Limited Liability Company
There are two main market entry options available for foreign investors looking to expand into Indonesia: a Limited Liability Company and a Representative Office. In this article, we discuss the Indonesian Limited Liability Company or Penanaman Modal Asing (PT PMA).
Malaysia to Re-Introduce Sales and Services Tax from September 1
On September 1, 2018, Malaysia will re-introduce the Sales and Services Tax (SST), replacing the three-year-old Goods and Services Tax (GST). Read our latest Regulatory Brief to know more about this levy.
IP Considerations for the ICT Industry in Singapore
In this article, South-East Asia IPR SME Helpdesk highlights the measures companies should adopt to protect their IP rights in Singapore’s ICT industry.
Indonesia Relaxes Loan-To-Value Ratio to Spur Credit Growth
Bank Indonesia, the country’s central bank recently announced a relaxation of the loan-to-value (LTV) and financing-to-value (FTV) ratios in the real estate sector. The move, which will come into effect from August 1, 2018, will reduce the down payment obligations of property buyers.
Indonesia Increases Interest Rate for Second Time in Two Weeks to Boost Flagging Rupiah
Bank Indonesia (BI), the country’s central bank recently raised its key interest rate for the second time within a span of just two weeks. The move is seen as an attempt to arrest the volatility of the Rupiah, the country’s currency as well as to prevent the outflow of capital from the archipelagic nation.
IP Protection in Indonesia’s Food and Beverage Industry
In this article, South-East Asia IPR SME Helpdesk highlights the measures companies should adopt to protect their IP rights in Indonesia’s food and beverage industry.
