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April 04, 2024
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Weekly business and foreign investment news roundup in Asia

by Asia Briefing and Dezan Shira & Associates.

 
 

ASEAN EDITION

 
 
 

TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

 
 
 
Malaysia’s Sales and Service Tax Increase: What Industries are Impacted?
 
The Malaysian government officially increased the sales and services tax (SST) rate from six percent to eight percent, effective from March 1, 2024, across several sectors such as finance and leisure.
 
 
 
Navigating Data Protection Impact Assessments in Indonesia
 
As part of Indonesia's data protection law, businesses must implement Data Protection Impact Assessments for activities involving the processing of high-risk personal data.
 
 
 
Exploring Indonesia’s Personal Data Processing Practices: A Comprehensive Overview
 
Under Indonesia's PDP Law, personal data processing activities must be conducted in a specific, legally valid, and transparent manner.
 
 
 
New Salary Criteria for Hiring Foreign Executives in Singapore
 
Singapore will increase the salary criteria for foreign executives and professionals working in the country from January 1, 2025. The new rule applies to new Employment Pass (EP) applicants. From January 1, 2025, the...
 
 
 
Digital Platforms Obligated to Pay for Media Content in Indonesia
 
In February, Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo signed a Presidential Regulation that will require companies such as Meta and Google to pay news publishers to feature media content on their platforms. The president...
 
 
 
Unlocking ESG Reporting Requirements in Singapore – Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine
 
In this latest issue of ASEAN Briefing, we dive into the regulatory requirements of ESG reporting in Singapore before describing what needs to be included in an ESG report. Finally, we discuss the ESG core metrics...
 
 
 

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Corporate Tax Planning for Businesses in Vietnam in 2024
 
 
Corporate Tax Planning for Businesses in Vietnam in 2024
 
Vietnam has a highly competitive tax structure, which has attracted foreign investors across a spectrum of industries. In this tax report by Vietnam Briefing, we discuss the country’s Corporate Income Tax system, key...
 
 
 
 
Inside India's Manufacturing Revolution: Strategies and Insights for Business Success
 
India is emerging as an important manufacturing destination in Asia due to several factors. We discuss market entry strategies for foreign companies and expansion strategies for local players aiming to attract foreign...
 
 
 
Unlocking ESG Reporting Requirements in Singapore
 
In this latest issue of ASEAN Briefing, we dive into the regulatory requirements of ESG reporting in Singapore before describing what needs to be included in an ESG report. Finally, we discuss the ESG core metrics...
 
 
 

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UPCOMING EVENTS FOR ASIA:

 
 
 
Hong Kong vs. Singapore: A Comparison of Current Business Environments, Key Industries, and Regional Hub Potential
 
Webinar | Thursday, April 25, 2024 | 9:00 AM Los Angeles / 12:00 PM New York
 
 
 
Navigating Data Compliance in Singapore and China: Insights for Multinational Businesses
 
Seminar/Panel | Singapore | 9:00AM-11:00AM
 
 
 
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