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Cambodia’s DTAs with Singapore and Thailand Come into Effect

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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.

Thailand Introduces New Four-Year Smart Visas for Investors

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With effect from February 1, 2018, foreign investors and experts in ten specific high-tech business sectors can apply for a new 4-year ‘Smart Visa’ to live and work in Thailand. Read more about the eligibility criteria and the benefits of the new visa in our latest article.

Malaysia’s Digital Free Trade Zone

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Malaysia’s Digital Free Trade Zone (DFTZ) seeks to establish Malaysia as a leading logistics center for global marketplaces by opening opportunities for companies both in Malaysia and other ASEAN countries. Read more in our latest article.

Malaysia’s Investment Outlook for 2018

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Malaysia is the fourth largest economy in Southeast Asia known for its high labor productivity and diversified economy. Read more about Malaysia’s latest FDI trends and outlook for 2018 in our latest article.

Philippine Labor Contracts: What You Need to Know

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The Philippine labor law recognizes five different categories of employment arrangements based on the nature of the employment. An employment contract is concluded for each of the five types. Read more in our latest article.

Rules of Origin Criteria of ASEAN’s Free Trade Agreements

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The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has signed several FTAs with some of the major economies in the Asia-Pacific region. In this article, we discuss the Rules of Origin criteria associated with each FTA that foreign businesses need to be aware of.

The Philippines’ Investment Outlook for 2018

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With an average growth rate of 6.3 percent over the past five years, the Philippines is now among the fastest growing economies in Asia. Read more about the Philippines’ latest FDI trends and outlook for 2018 in our latest article.

How to Set Up in Thailand – New Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine

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The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine titled, “How to Set Up in Thailand”, is out now and available to subscribers as a complimentary download in the Asia Briefing Publication Store.

Singapore’s Investment Outlook for 2018

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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.

The Philippines’ New Tax Reform Package Approved

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The Philippines’ much awaited tax reform package or Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) was signed into law recently, paving the way for a simpler and fairer tax regime in the country. Read more about the key changes introduced by the new law in our latest article.

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