Other Briefings
Successfully Resolving Commercial Disputes: An Overview of Arbitration in ASEAN
International arbitration centers have become the preferred location for the resolution of corporate dispute resolution in ASEAN. Learn which centers offer the best conditions for the resolution of conflict and understand how to tap into these advantages.
Brexit Implications for ASEAN Based Investors
Brexit is now a reality. Learn how ASEAN’s Investment environment will be impacted by the UK’s Exit from the European Union with analysis on currency volatility, trade agreements, investment opportunities, and risk management strategy.
Singapore – Australia Announce Updates to Existing FTA
The Singapore-Australia relationship was recently strengthened by the joint announcement of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership on 6 May 2016. Learn how the agreement is set to improve investment options for Australia’s most important trading partner in ASEAN.
ASEAN Regulatory Brief: Malaysian Alcohol Standards, The Singapore-Cambodia DTA, and Mobile Financing in Myanmar
In this week’s ASEAN Market Watch we look at Malaysian alcohol regulations, analyze the impact of the Singapore-Cambodia double taxation agreement, and explore emerging opportunities in Myanmar’s mobile finance industry.
Indonesia Promotes ASEAN Minimum Wage
In the wake of Indonesia’s proposal for an ASEAN wide minimum wage, we assess the impact of such an arrangement and provide insight on the likelihood of its passage.
ASEAN Market Watch: Service Sector Declines in Singapore, Digital Initiatives in Thailand, and Improving Philippine Investor Confidence
In this week’s ASEAN Market Watch we analyze declines Singapore’s service sector, highlight newly established ICT incentives in Thailand, and discuss rising investor confidence in The Philippines.
ASEAN Regulatory Brief: Cambodian Corruption, Due Diligence in Singapore, and a Thai Uber Ban
In this week’s ASEAN Regulatory Brief we highlight efforts to improve transparency in Cambodia, discuss a recent Thai ban on Uber, and analyze stricter due diligence guidelines in Singapore.
Understanding Tax Treatment of Representative Offices in Indonesia
In this joint analysis conducted by Dezan Shira & Associates and Winnindo Business Consult Indonesia, the issue of Representative Office Tax Treatment is explored. Read more to find out why companies such as twitter and Facebook have faced tax troubles and others may be exposed.
Case Study: Routing Chilean Investments Through Singapore
Withholdings tax can be among the most inhibitive forms of compliance associated with the remittance process. Find out how your operation can benefit from double taxation treaties through a close look at routing Chilean Investments through Singapore.
Singapore Overtakes Hong Kong as Asia’s Top Financial Hub
Singapore has overtaken Hong Kong as the top financial hub in Asia; a symbolic milestone that is indicative of a wider trend of optimism towards the city state. Read more for ASEAN Briefing’s analysis on this development and learn how to effectively spearhead your expansion within the region.
