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  May 26, 2023 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 7 minutes
  

  Investment Hotspots in the Philippines: Promising Sectors to Watch

  The Philippines is working to move up the global value chains, thereby presenting foreign investors with newfound opportunities.
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  May 25, 2023 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  A Guide to Withholding Taxes in Indonesia

  Taxpayers in Indonesia are obligated to withhold taxes on certain payments to residents and non-residents.
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  May 23, 2023 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Adapting to Singapore’s Escalating Rental Prices: Strategic Implications for Foreign Businesses

  Despite soaring rental costs, Singapore continues to maintain its status as a favored destination for international corporations.
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  May 22, 2023 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 4 minutes
  

  A Guide to Value Added Tax in Indonesia

  Value-added tax in Indonesia is imposed on the provision of services or the transfer of taxable goods at a rate of 11 percent.
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  May 19, 2023 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  A Guide to Corporate Income Tax in Indonesia

  The corporate taxation (CIT) regime in Indonesia is governed by the Harmonized Tax Law and the CIT rate is 22 percent for the 2023 fiscal year.
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  May 17, 2023 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 4 minutes
  

  Czech Prime Minister’s Visit Boosts Strategic Partnership with Indonesia: Key MoUs Signed

  Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala’s visit to Indonesia focused on enhancing relations in key areas such as education, agriculture, and sustainable development.
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  May 16, 2023 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: < 1 minute
  

  Opportunities for Foreign Investors in the Philippines – Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine

  Download our latest magazine covering opportunities for foreign investors in the Philippines.
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  May 15, 2023 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Audit and Compliance in Malaysia: A Guide for Foreign Investors

  All companies incorporated in Malaysia must have their accounts audited by a Ministry of Finance approved auditor as mandated by the Companies Act of 2016.
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  May 12, 2023 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  ASEAN to Increase Local Currency Trade, Reducing Reliance on the US Dollar

  ASEAN members agreed to increase local currency transactions and promote better regional payment connectivity at the 42nd ASEAN Summit.
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  May 11, 2023 by ASEAN Briefing Reading Time: 4 minutes
  

  Audit and Compliance in the Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Investors

  The Philippines uses a self-assessment tax system, and the accounting period consists of 12 months, normally ending on December 31.