Other Briefings
Indonesia Allows the Import of Certain Manufactured Goods Hoping to Kick-Start Local Production
Indonesia’s Ministry of Trade issued Reg 59/2020 in June 2020 that limits the number of industries allowed to import manufactured goods.
Thailand’s Civil and Commercial Code Amendments to Ease Doing Business
Thailand’s government approved new amendments to the country’s Civil and Commercial Code (CCC) aimed at improving the business climate.
New Economic Zones in the Philippines to Attract Foreign Investment
The Philippine government has approved 12 new economic zones, which will comprise of IT centers, IT parks, and manufacturing zones.
New Requirements for Independent Audits in Cambodia to Impact Certain Business Entities
Cambodia’s Minister of Finance and Economy issued a new regulation that sets out the criteria for certain businesses to be independently audited.
Indonesia Amends Mining Law to Encourage More Downstream Investment
Indonesia’s government made significant amendments to the country’s Mining Law as it aims to attract more downstream investment into the sector.
Business Recovery in ASEAN After COVID-19 – Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine
In this issue of the ASEAN Briefing magazine, we examine new investment opportunities in ASEAN after COVID-19.
Indonesia’s Regulation on Cosmetic Products Notifications Provides Criteria for License Distribution
Indonesia issues new criteria for businesses to receive licenses for the distribution of cosmetic products.
Singapore’s 2020 General Elections: Has the Status Quo Changed?
On July 10, 2020, Singapore held its general election amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and opposition parties gained historic grounds for the first time.
Thailand Allows Entry for Selected International Travelers
Thailand began allowing selected international arrivals from July 1, 2020, as the country began easing its lockdown measures.
New Criteria for Foreign Digital Service Providers to Collect VAT in Indonesia
Indonesia’s Director-General of Tax has determined the criteria for which foreign digital service providers can collect VAT.
