Other Briefings
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.
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.
Singapore’s Rising FinTech Sector
With a high concentration of financial institutions across banking, insurance, and asset management sectors, Singapore offers an exceptional platform for FinTech solutions. Read more in our latest article.
Singapore-Australia FTA: Impact of Recent Updates
In this article, we look at recent updates to the Singapore-Australia Free Trade Agreement (SAFTA) and their implications for the trade and investment relations between the two countries.
CPTPP and Opportunities for Businesses in ASEAN
Following the withdrawal of the United States from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), the 11 remaining signatories agreed to move ahead with a revised TPP. Read more in our latest article on the rechristened Comprehensive Progressive Agreement for the Tran-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
Singapore’s 2018 Budget: Key Highlights for Businesses
On February 19, Singapore’s finance minister delivered the 2018 budget with a focus on helping businesses in Singapore prepare for future challenges and create new opportunities. In this article, we present key highlights from the budget with important implications for businesses.
French FDI in ASEAN Part I: Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam
ASEAN continues to be an important FDI destination for European investors. Read more about France’s investments in Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam in the first part of our two-part article on French FDI in ASEAN.
Cambodia’s DTAs with Singapore and Thailand Come into Effect
Cambodia’s two new Double Tax Agreements (DTAs) – with Singapore and Thailand – has now come into effect. The two agreements aim to clarify taxation rights and also provide for exemption of tax on certain types of income, lowering barriers to cross-border investment and encouraging bilateral trade.
Singapore’s Investment Outlook for 2018
One of the world’s top business destinations, Singapore is consistently ranked as one of the easiest places to do business. Read more about Singapore’s latest FDI trends and outlook for 2018 in our latest article.
Proposed Changes to Singapore’s Patent Regime
In this article, South-East Asia IPR SME Helpdesk discusses the proposed changes to Singapore’s patent law and their implications for SMEs.
