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How Can Companies Establish Tax Residency in Singapore to Access Treaty Relief?

2025-10-16
For multinational groups, obtaining Singapore tax residency is a strategic decision that can reshape regional tax efficiency. Residency status determines whether a company can rely on Singapore’s network of more than 90 double tax agreements to lower withholding taxes and prevent double taxation on cross-border income. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) does not grant this status automatically upon incorporation.

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China Briefing

Data Compliance in China: A Roadmap for Foreign Investors – New Publication Out

10/16/2025

The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, “Data Compliance in China: A Roadmap for Foreign Investors”, is now available as a complimentary download on the Asia Briefing Publication Store.

India Briefing

India and China Resume Direct Passenger Flights: A Milestone for Trade, Tourism, and Regional Connectivity

10/16/2025

India and China are preparing to resume direct passenger flights by the end of October 2025, marking a major milestone in restoring cross-border connectivity and rebuilding bilateral confidence after nearly five years of suspension.

Vietnam Briefing

Transshipment and Origin Risks: How Vietnam-Based Businesses Can Stay Compliant

10/15/2025

The US administration has heightened its scrutiny of transshipment practices, viewing them as a factor behind “imbalanced trade” with key partners such as Vietnam, believed to serve as a rerouting channel for Chinese-origin goods into the US market.

Middle East Briefing

UAE Luxury Market: Legal Trends and Opportunities

05/14/2025

The UAE luxury market’s evolving legal landscape is transforming compliance into a strategic growth tool for luxury brands, offering greater control, protection, and regional expansion opportunities.

ASEAN Briefing

Choosing the Right Market Entry Vehicle in Vietnam — LLC, JSC, or Representative Office

10/14/2025

Vietnam enters 2025 with strong investment momentum. Registered foreign direct investment reached about US$24.09 billion in the first seven months of 2025, up roughly 27 percent year over year, and climbed to about US$28.54 billion by September, up just over 15 percent from 2024.

China Briefing

China’s New Application Guide for ESG Disclosure Standards: Implications for Businesses

10/15/2025

China’s Application Guide for ESG Disclosure Standards provides clear, actionable guidance for enterprises to implement sustainability reporting that is decision-useful, reliable, and aligned with regulatory expectations.

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Qatar Revises Work Permit and Labour Service Fees: What Employers Need to Know

10/16/2025

Qatar introduced standardized fees for work permit, recruitment licence, and document attestation to streamline labour administration. The reform enhances transparency, simplifies compliance, and supports a more efficient and predictable business environment.

 

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