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How Foreign Investors Can Leverage Malaysia’s Free Trade Agreements

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Explore Malaysia’s free trade agreements and learn how foreign investors can gain market access, cut costs, and optimize supply chains.

Indonesia’s Updated VAT System for Cross-Border Digital Services

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Indonesia launches a new VAT system for cross-border digital services with updated rules, registration steps, and compliance obligations.

Indonesia’s Construction Boom and Opportunity for Foreign Contractors

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Foreign contractors can choose a BUJK PMA or representative office to access Indonesia’s expanding construction sector and secure projects.

Profit Repatriation in The Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Businesses

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Foreign investors can navigate taxes, procedures, and compliance for profit repatriation in the Philippines with expert guidance.

Thailand–Cambodia Border Clashes: Causes, Escalation, and ASEAN Impact

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Clashes on the Thailand–Cambodia border trigger martial law, disrupt trade flows, and raise investor risk across both economies.

Inside the Philippines–U.S. Trade Deal: Zero Tariffs for America, 19% for Manila

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The Philippines faces a 19% export tariff under a new U.S. trade deal granting tariff-free access to American goods.

Understanding Investment Licensing in Vietnam: IRC, ERC, and Beyond

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Understand Vietnam’s IRC and ERC process, licensing timelines, and compliance rules for foreign investors entering key sectors.

Australia–Malaysia Partnership at 70: What It Means for Foreign Investors

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Decades of cooperation between Australia and Malaysia are driving new investment opportunities across trade, energy, and digital sectors.

Singapore’s New Medical Insurance Rules for Foreign Workers Are Now in Effect

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Singapore’s new insurance rules for foreign workers took effect July 1, 2025. Learn how premiums and coverage have changed.

Singapore Backs Timor-Leste’s ASEAN Entry with eSTARS

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Singapore launches enhanced eSTARS package to support Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership and boost regional integration efforts.

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