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Value Added Tax in the Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Investors

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Get expert help with VAT registration, exemptions, and compliance in the Philippines for foreign-owned businesses.

Vietnam’s VAT on Low-Value Imported Goods: One Month into Implementation

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Vietnam now imposes VAT on low-value imported goods, affecting e-commerce and businesses. Learn about its impact and future outlook.

A Guide to Taxation in the Philippines – Updates for 2025

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The Philippines imposes a territorial tax system, meaning only Philippine-sourced income is subject to taxes.

Vietnam Extends VAT Cut Until 2024

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Vietnam’s Decree 72/2024 extends the 2% VAT reduction on specific goods and services to the end of 2024, lowering operational costs and boosting economic growth for eligible sectors.

Indonesia’s VAT Rate to Increase in 2025: How Businesses Can Get Ready

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The Indonesian government is expected to impose a 12 percent VAT in 2025, an increase of 1 percentage point from the current VAT rate.

Singapore Increases Goods and Services Tax for 2024

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Singapore has increased its goods and services tax (GST) rate by one percent to nine percent as of January 1, 2024.

An Overview of Goods and Services Tax in Singapore

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The goods and services tax is a self-assed tax in Singapore. The current rate is 8%, but this is expected to rise to 9% in 2024.

A Guide to Value Added Tax in Indonesia

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Value-added tax in Indonesia is imposed on the provision of services or the transfer of taxable goods at a rate of 11 percent.

How GST Liability is Assessed on Low Value Goods Transactions in Singapore

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Goods and services tax is levied on low-value goods that are imported to Singapore. Businesses should identify whether their customers are GST-registered.

A Guide to Taxation in Laos

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All companies incorporated under Lao law will be subject to corporate income tax, value-added tax, and personal income tax.

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