ASEAN Labor Costs: Minimum Wage and Social Insurance Essentials
When assessing labor costs in ASEAN, foreign investors should be aware that governments are increasing social protection expenditure in areas such as pensions, health coverage, and welfare assistance.
Instant Mobile Transfers from Singapore to Four Countries: A Breakthrough in Cross-Border Payments
A groundbreaking payment system is set to revolutionize how Singaporeans send money to four key Asian countries.
Australia Commits New Investments to Strengthen Ties with Southeast Asia
The Australian government has committed AU$505 million to strengthen ties with Southeast Asia as part of the government’s 2024-2025 budget.
Starlink Launches in Indonesia, Tapping into Booming Internet Market
SpaceX’s Starlink has launched its internet service in Indonesia, aiming to improve internet access to the vast archipelago.
Insights into Malaysia’s Standing in the 2024 Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index
The Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index 2024 report published by Dezan Shira & Associates provides insights into the factors that influence the manufacturing sector in emerging Asian countries such as Malaysia.
Insights into Thailand’s Standing in the 2024 Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index
The Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index 2024 report published by Dezan Shira & Associates provides insights into the factors that influence the manufacturing sector in emerging Asian countries such as Thailand.
Insights into Indonesia’s Standing in the 2024 Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index
The Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index 2024 report published by Dezan Shira & Associates provides insights into the factors that influence the manufacturing sector in emerging Asian countries such as Indonesia.
Malaysia’s Semiconductor Sector Beckons Foreign Investors
Malaysia wants to develop its semiconductor industry beyond assembly and testing into more value-added production such as integrated circuit design.
An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2024 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates
This Guide covers the fundamentals of investing in ASEAN, including market entry, company setup, tax and audit, and HR and payroll.
Renewable Energy Manufacturing Potential in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia has the potential to be a global leader in renewable manufacturing while simultaneously achieving its economic growth targets.












