Other Briefings
China-Singapore FTA: Protocol to Upgrade Agreement in Effect from October 16
The protocol on upgrading the China-Singapore Free Trade Agreement (CSFTA) took effect on October 16. Read on to learn how this impacts regional investors.
Incorporating a Company in Singapore: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Incorporating a company in Singapore is a fast and efficient process. Read on to learn how to set up a subsidiary, branch office, and representative office.
Malaysia’s 2020 Budget Courts Investment from MNCs, China
Malaysia’s 2020 budget provides incentives to attract investment from MNCs and China, while also offering incentives for digitizing. In this article, we look at the salient features of the budget and their implications for businesses.
Singapore-Eurasian Economic Union FTA Opens Asia for Russian Businesses
Chris Devonshire-Ellis writes on the new Singapore-EAEU FTA, which is poised to provide a new, and significant, outlet for Russian investment into Asia. Read on to learn why.
Tax Incentives for Developing Talent in Indonesia
Indonesia offers tax deductions of up to 200 percent for businesses that invest in human resources development activities, including apprenticeships, work experience programs, vocational programs, and learning activities. Learn more about this incentive.
Business Structures in Singapore: Subsidiaries, Branch Offices, and Representative Offices
Foreign investors have good options for business structures in Singapore, including establishing a subsidiary, branch office, or representative office. Read on to find out which one best suits your business plans.
New Tax Cuts, Incentives in the Philippines under CITIRA
New tax cuts and incentives in the Philippines are available under the Corporate Income Tax and Incentives Rationalization Act (CITIRA). Read on to see if the corporate tax reform benefits your business.
Corporate Taxes in the Philippines
In the Philippines, all companies – domestic or foreign – are liable to pay corporate income tax (CIT). The tax liability for a corporation is determined by its residency status and is based on the net income it obtains. Read more in our latest article.
The ASEAN Automobile Industry: Top Destinations for Manufacturers
ASEAN’s automobile industry offers vast opportunities for investments for manufacturers and distributors of automobile components. Read on to learn more.
Is ASEAN’s Manufacturing Productivity Really Equivalent to China in the 1990’s?
Chris Devonshire-Ellis examines what ASEAN offers manufacturers in this op/ed. It is a lot more than just contract manufacturing opportunities.
