TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

Indonesia’s Mining Law Amendments: Boosting the Domestic Mineral Market

Indonesia has updated its Mining Law to boost domestic mineral use, support small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), and attract green industry investments.

Sales Tax in Malaysia: A Guide for Foreign Investors

Discover how Malaysia’s sales tax works, including registration, compliance, exemptions, and its impact on foreign investors.

Malaysia’s New Minimum Wage Rate for 2025: What Employers and Workers Need to Know

Malaysia’s new minimum wage for 2025 brings higher pay rates and new compliance deadlines for employers.

Tax Identification Numbers in Singapore: A Guide for Foreign Investors

Understanding tax identification numbers in Singapore is crucial for foreign investors managing tax compliance, and business registration.

Investment Opportunities in Timor-Leste’s Tourism Industry

Timor-Leste’s tourism industry offers investment opportunities in hospitality, eco-tourism, and infrastructure.

COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS RESOURCES:

The Future of India-Singapore Ties: Collaboration in Green Energy, Technology, and ESG Sectors

The India-Singapore partnership is entering a new era of economic collaboration. In this edition of India Briefing magazine, we explore India-Singapore ties in renewable energy, semiconductors, urban planning, and ESG governance. The publication is available for free download.

Halal Markets Unveiled: Opportunities in Southeast Asia’s Economic Powerhouses

This latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine provides a detailed exploration of these opportunities in the Halal industry. Through country-specific analysis, regulatory insights, and actionable strategies, we examine the unique contributions of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR ASIA:

ASEAN (Bangkok) Energy Storage & Smart Energy Expo (Solar PV & Battery & Clean Energy) 2025

Trade Show | March 5-7, 2025 | IMPACT EXHIBITION CENTRE | Bangkok, Thailand

Manufacturing Synergies Between Northern Vietnam & China’s Greater Bay Area (GBA)

Webinar | Friday, March 28, 2025 | 3:00 PM Vietnam / 4:00 PM China / 9:00 AM CET

Privacy and Innovation: New Legal Frontiers between Italy and China: A Comparison of Digital Regulation

Webinar | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 | 4:30 PM China / 9:30 AM CET