Economy & Trade
Identifying High-Growth Sectors in Malaysia with Business Intelligence
12/06/2025Discover Malaysia’s most promising sectors through data-driven business intelligence, with state-by-state insights to guide foreign investors entering the market.
ASEAN–New Zealand At 50: What the New Joint Vision Signals For Foreign Investors
11/30/2025The ASEAN–New Zealand Joint Vision introduces new regulatory alignment, compliance expectations, and market-entry conditions for foreign investors.
Why Business Intelligence Is Essential for Vetting Malaysian JV Partners
11/28/2025Use Business Intelligence to assess Malaysian JV partners’ true capabilities and ensure every investment decision is grounded in verified operational facts.
How Business Intelligence Identifies Hidden Supply Chain Risks in Indonesia’s Tier-1 and Tier-2 Regions
11/25/2025Foreign investors can assess hidden supply chain risks in Indonesia’s Tier-1 and Tier-2 regions using localized business intelligence.
How the SGX–Nasdaq Dual-Listing Bridge Shapes Capital-Raising Options for Global Issuers
11/24/2025Foreign investors can assess how the SGX–Nasdaq dual-listing bridge influences valuation signals, market scale, and issuer positioning ahead of its launch.
Business Intelligence in Malaysia: Reducing Investment Risk with Data-Driven Strategy
11/21/2025Business intelligence reveals Malaysia’s real operating conditions — state, sector, utilities, incentives — to help investors avoid hidden risks.
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11/19/2025
Business Intelligence in Indonesia: Reducing Investor Risks with Data-Driven Decisions
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11/11/2025
How Malaysia’s Bumiputera Equity Rules Shape Your Investment Strategy
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11/03/2025
Timor-Leste Joins ASEAN — A New Frontier for Strategic Investors
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10/31/2025
U.S. Tariffs in Asia 2025 – A Regional Investment Map
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10/28/2025
Singapore GDP 2040: What Investors Should Know
ASEAN Briefing
Tax & Accounting
Repatriating Profits from Singapore: Dividends vs Royalties vs Service Fees
12/09/2025Foreign investors assess dividends, royalties, and service fees to repatriate profits from Singapore while managing tax, substance, and treaty exposure.
Understanding Withholding Tax on Royalties, Dividends, And Service Fees in The Philippines
12/04/2025Withholding tax affects dividends, royalties, and service fees for foreign investors in the Philippines, shaping rates, risks, and compliance.
Understanding Vietnam Accounting Standards (VAS) for Foreign Companies
12/02/2025Foreign companies must follow Vietnam Accounting Standards for statutory reporting. See how VAS affects compliance, audits, and IFRS alignment.
When Expatriates Qualify for Malaysian Tax Residency
11/27/2025Expatriate residency in Malaysia affects tax cost, sourcing rules, and compliance. Learn how foreign investors can set the correct residency position.
E-Commerce Tax Compliance in Malaysia for Foreign Businesses
11/24/2025Foreign businesses selling into Malaysia should understand how corporate income tax, withholding tax, and DTAs apply to cross-border e-commerce activity.
Should Foreign Groups Adopt Philippine Financial Reporting Standards or IFRS for Consolidation
11/19/2025Foreign groups must choose between PFRS and IFRS aligned reporting in the Philippines to maintain consolidation accuracy and protect audit timelines.
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11/17/2025
Tax Dispute Resolution: Objections and Appeals for Foreign Investors in Indonesia
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11/13/2025
How Much Disclosure is Optimal Under Singapore’s ACRA and MAS Rules
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11/10/2025
Indonesian Accounting Standards vs IFRS: Choosing the Right Framework for Foreign-Owned Companies
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11/04/2025
Auditing Requirements for Foreign Firms in Vietnam
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10/16/2025
How Can Companies Establish Tax Residency in Singapore to Access Treaty Relief?
ASEAN Briefing
Legal & Regulatory
Business Intelligence for Regulatory Risk in Indonesia Market Entry
12/03/2025Business intelligence helps foreign investors assess ownership, licensing, staffing, tax, and data requirements before entering Indonesia.
Should Intercompany Fees in Indonesia Be Classified as Services, Royalties, or Cost Recharges?
12/01/2025Indonesia’s rules on classifying intercompany fees as services, royalties, or cost recharges shape withholding, VAT, and audit exposure for foreign companies.
When a Representative Office Makes Sense in Indonesia
11/25/2025Foreign investors must choose between a Representative Office or a PT PMA in Indonesia, and this guide explains when each structure fits your entry plan.
How Foreign Investors Should Structure M&A in Thailand
11/21/2025Foreign investors must map Thailand’s ownership limits early, choose a compliant M&A structure, and time approvals to avoid regulatory gaps.
LLC or JSC? Deciding the Best Upgrade from a Vietnam RO
11/14/2025Select the structure that best supports your Vietnam operations by judging whether an LLC or JSC offers the clear path for compliance and firm growth.
Paid-Up Capital Decisions in the Philippines: What CFOs Should Weigh
11/10/2025Foreign CFOs entering the Philippines should structure paid-up capital strategically to align ownership, compliance, and liquidity with tax efficiency and investment goals.
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11/10/2025
Customs Strategy in Thailand: FTAs and Duty Drawback Options
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11/05/2025
Exit and Restructuring Options — Closing or Converting a Malaysian Entity
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10/14/2025
Choosing the Right Market Entry Vehicle in Vietnam — LLC, JSC, or Representative Office
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10/01/2025
M&A in Indonesia – Deal Structures, Approvals, and Post-Merger Licenses
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10/01/2025
Which Entity in Malaysia Delivers the Strongest Protection for Foreign Shareholders
ASEAN Briefing
Industries
Should You Invest in Methanol and Ammonia Bunkering in Singapore
10/27/2025Methanol and ammonia are transforming Singapore’s bunkering sector, offering new opportunities and risks for early-stage investors.
Vietnam Cold-Chain and Agritech Opportunities for Foreign Investors
09/19/2025Vietnam’s cold-chain and agritech upgrades cut losses and raise export margins, creating strong opportunities for foreign investors.
Investing in Vietnam’s Textile Recycling Industry: An Investor’s Guide
09/04/2025Vietnam’s textile recycling market is expanding rapidly, with US and EU compliance shaping key investment opportunities.
How BOI EV 3.5 Shapes the Future of EV Battery Investments in Thailand
09/02/2025Thailand’s BOI EV 3.5 offers subsidies, tax relief, and export flexibility for EV battery investors through 2027.
Cell and Gene Therapy Manufacturing in Singapore: An Investor’s Operating Thesis
09/02/2025Explore investment pathways in Singapore’s cell and gene therapy sector, from facilities to CDMOs, with tax and regulatory insights.
Investing in Vietnam Electronics & Components: Licensing, Incentives, and Location Choices
08/20/2025Foreign investors in Vietnam’s electronics sector must plan IRC/ERC licensing, incentives, and location choices for success.
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08/01/2025
Indonesia’s Construction Market: Growth Drivers and 2030 Forecast
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07/14/2025
Beyond Call Centers: The Rise of High-Value IT-BPM Services in the Philippines
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07/09/2025
Islamic Finance in Singapore: Unlocking Growth Potential in a Strategic Financial Hub
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07/08/2025
Foreign Ownership Rules in the Philippines: What’s Allowed and Restricted
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07/07/2025
Thailand’s 2026 Plug-in Hybrid Incentives: A New Tax Strategy
ASEAN Briefing
HR & Payroll
Contract of Service vs Contract for Service in Malaysia
12/09/2025Foreign employers can distinguish between Malaysia’s contract of service and contract for service to manage hiring compliance, worker rights, and classification risks.
Thailand Introduces Digital Work Permit System for Foreign Employers
11/26/2025Thailand’s digital work permit system streamlines hiring for foreign employers with faster processing and a unified online application workflow.
Payroll in Malaysia: Understanding Monthly Tax Deductions, EPF, and SOCSO Contributions
11/17/2025Employers should ensure full compliance with Malaysia’s MTD, EPF, SOCSO, and EIS requirements by meeting all contribution rules, eligibility tests, and filing duties.
Which Philippine Work Visa Best Fits Foreign Investors
11/04/2025Compare 9(g), 47(a)(2), and SIRV options to find which Philippine visa best suits your investment and management goals.
Employment Contracts in Indonesia: Fixed-Term Vs Permanent
10/29/2025Compare fixed-term and permanent contracts in Indonesia and learn how employers can stay compliant while managing costs efficiently.
Avoiding Penalties During Labor Inspections in Indonesia
10/24/2025Foreign investors can avoid costly labor penalties in Indonesia through strong HR governance and BPJS compliance systems.
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10/13/2025
Cambodia’s 2026 Minimum Wage Increase: What Foreign Investors Should Decide Now
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10/11/2025
Termination Laws and Severance Obligations in Malaysia
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10/07/2025
Malaysia’s EPF Mandate for Foreign Employees: What Investors Must Reassess
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10/02/2025
Payroll Compliance in the Philippines: What CFOs Must Know
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08/14/2025
Employment Termination Disputes in the Philippines: Legal Process and Rules
ASEAN Briefing
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