Legal & Regulatory

The Guide to Singapore’s Import and Export Procedures

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In line with Singapore’s business-friendly environment, the country’s import and export procedures are relatively efficient and simple.

Malaysia’s Central Bank Provides Financing Facility for High-Tech SMEs

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Malaysia’s Central Bank has established a 1 billion ringgit (US$241 million) financing facility to support high-tech SMEs impacted by the pandemic.

Vietnam’s Decree 31 Provides Guidance on Implementation of the Investment Law

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Vietnam’s Decree 31 provides guidance on the sectors foreign investors are subject to market access restrictions.

Indonesia Increases Paid-up Capital Requirements for Foreign Companies

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Indonesia’s Investment Coordinating Board issued BKPM Regulation 4 of 2021 regarding an increase of paid-up capital requirements for foreign investors.

Optimizing Investments in Vietnam’s Conditional Sectors

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Vietnam’s conditional sectors represent a number of opportunities for investors looking to tap into this market segment.

Vietnam to Start Regulating Cryptocurrencies

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While cryptocurrency trading and use are booming globally in terms of popularity, the Vietnamese legislation makes no reference to such transactions.

Indonesia’s Omnibus Law: Risk Based Business Licensing

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Indonesia’s Regulation 5 of 2021 introduces a risk-based approach to the issuance of business licenses.

Cambodia Issues Decree on Tax for E-Commerce Transactions: How Can Businesses Comply?

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Non-resident entities that do not have permanent establishments in Cambodia must register for VAT with the Cambodian tax authority.

Vietnam Unveils New Criteria for Hi-tech Enterprises: Decision 10

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The government issued Decision No. 10/2021/QD-TTg which details criteria for identifying hi-tech businesses.

Company Chops in Vietnam: Sealing the Deal

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An official company seal or chop is used for legally authorizing documentation issued by companies, or agencies.

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