Other Briefings
ASEAN Market Watch: Indonesian Manufacturing, Thai E-Commerce, and the Future of ASEAN’s Digital Economy
In this week’s ASEAN Market Watch we highlight Indonesian manufacturing, take a look at the future of ASEAN’s digital economy, and discuss recent collaboration between Thai Post and E-commerce Firm Shoppe.
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.
Labor Mobility in ASEAN: Current Commitments and Future Limitations
With the establishment of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) at the end of 2015, ASEAN achieved a significant milestone in the region’s growing political, economic, and cultural integration. Although ASEAN has clearly stated its goal to promote skilled labor mobility, current policies trail behind the EU and other regional initiatives.
ASEAN Regulatory Brief: Thai Insurance, Malaysian Finance Law, and Impending Tech Regulation in Indonesia
In this week’s ASEAN Regulatory Brief we highlight the regulation of e-insurance in Thailand, discuss emerging P2P finance standards in Malaysia, and analyze the likely impact of impending financial tech legislation in Indonesia.
IMF Estimates Philippine Growth to Top 6% in 2016
Spurred on by domestic demand, the Philippine economy is performing best out of the ASEAN-5, according to the IMF’s latest Regional Economic Outlook (REO). Find out how the BPO industry is a part of this trend and will continue to fuel growth into the years to come.
The State of ASEAN Aviation in 2016
As ASEAN pursues greater regional integration and the development of a single economic bloc, advancements in the region’s aviation industry are essential to boost economic connectivity and tourism.
ASEAN Market Watch: Thai Startups, Indonesian FDI, and BMW’s Malaysian Expansion
In this week’s ASEAN Market Watch we discuss Thai support for local startups, analyze Q1 FDI figures from Indonesia, and highlight BMW’s establishment of a regional production hub in Malaysia.
Understanding Financial Integration in ASEAN
Established in late 2015, the ASEAN Economic Community represents a significant achievement in a decades long process towards regional financial integration. Although far from complete, a clear understanding of past and current progress towards full integration is likely to be of increasing importance to regional investment.
The Philippines Export Development Plan: Addressing Obstacles to Trade
Seeking to maximize its position within ASEAN, the Philippines has announced stimulus measures aimed at readjusting its export sector. Outlined in the recently passed Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP), the success of these reforms will likely play a significant role in the island nation’s business landscape in the coming months.
ASEAN Regulatory Brief: Mobile Taxes in Myanmar, Philippine Air Cargo Requirements, and ASEAN Food Standards
In this week’s Regulatory Brief, we highlight a new tax on cellphone usage in Myanmar, discuss new procedures for customs registration in the Philippines, and highlight the increasing possibility of ASEAN-wide food standards.
