Economy & Trade
How Global Energy Price Volatility Could Affect Singapore’s Economy
03/19/2026Singapore faces rising costs from global energy shocks, but its role as a regional hub creates both risks and opportunities for investors.
Laos Land Conversion Policy: New Entry Points for Foreign Investors
03/17/2026Laos’ land conversion policy opens new entry options for foreign investors. Assess approvals, sectors, risks, and investment pathways.
ASEAN’s LNG Export Leaders: Investment and Energy Trade Opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia
03/17/2026Foreign investors are exploring LNG opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia as new gas discoveries and major projects reshape Southeast Asia’s energy trade.
Indonesia’s Danantara After Year One: Growth Targets, Asset Consolidation, and Investment Implications
03/13/2026Indonesia’s Danantara sovereign investment platform marks its first year with ambitious growth targets, major SOE restructuring, and billions in planned investments.
Vietnam Eases Foreign Access to Equities: What the New Rules Mean for Global Investors
03/10/2026Vietnam’s new equity market reforms ease foreign investor access and support a potential FTSE emerging market upgrade in 2026.
Philippines–UAE CEPA: Trade Expansion and Investment Implications
03/10/2026The Philippines–UAE CEPA can expand trade, infrastructure investment, and sector opportunities linking Southeast Asia with Gulf markets.
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03/06/2026
How CPTPP Is Reshaping Malaysia’s Export Markets
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03/05/2026
Qualifying for CIT Incentives in Vietnam – A Guide for Foreign Companies
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03/04/2026
How Middle East Energy Disruptions Could Reshape Investment Planning in ASEAN
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02/27/2026
Malaysia’s Rising Role in US Trade and What It Means for Foreign Investors
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02/26/2026
Singapore Budget 2026 and its Impact on Foreign Investors: Tax, Incentives, and Strategic Signals
ASEAN Briefing
Tax & Accounting
Vietnam Foreign Contractor Tax Explained: A Guide for Cross-Border Payments
03/20/2026Assess Vietnam’s foreign contractor tax on cross-border payments, including rates, risks, and structuring considerations for foreign investors.
Indonesia Corporate Income Tax Framework for Foreign-Owned Companies
03/18/2026Learn how foreign companies can structure operations in Indonesia to manage corporate tax, reduce withholding exposure, and secure available incentives.
Capital Gains Tax on Share Transfers in Vietnam: Investor Exit Considerations
03/13/2026Foreign investors exiting Vietnam through share transfers may face corporate or personal income tax. Understand rates, indirect transfers, and treaty relief.
Personal Income Tax Filing in Thailand: What Expats Need to Know
03/11/2026Foreign professionals in Thailand should review personal income tax filing requirements, residency thresholds, deductions, and foreign income rules to assess their tax exposure.
How Foreign Investors Should Prepare Year-One Tax Compliance Plans in Indonesia
03/09/2026Foreign investors entering Indonesia must prepare for tax registration, monthly filings, and payroll obligations during their first year of operations.
Corporate Tax Risks in Vietnam: What Foreign-Owned Companies Get Wrong and How to Mitigate Exposure
03/03/2026Foreign-owned companies in Vietnam face tax risks beyond the 20% CIT rate, requiring careful assessment of transfer pricing, incentives, VAT, and enforcement exposure.
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02/25/2026
Singapore RHQ and IHQ Incentives: What Multinationals Should Know
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02/20/2026
Tax Treatment of Intercompany Funding and Royalties in Malaysia
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02/13/2026
Selecting the Right Transfer Pricing Method in Vietnam: TNMM, CUP, or Cost-Plus
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02/11/2026
Vietnam Year-End Closing and Audit Preparation for Foreign-Invested Enterprises
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02/11/2026
Vietnam’s 183-Day Rule: Tax Implications for Foreign Employees
ASEAN Briefing
Legal & Regulatory
Shareholder Agreements in Singapore for Foreign Investors: Control, Exit Rights, and Protection
02/23/2026Learn how shareholder agreements in Singapore help foreign investors manage control, funding risk, and exit planning in joint venture structures.
Should Investors Consolidate Indonesia Operations Under a Holding Company?
02/18/2026Foreign investors assess when a holding company improves control, tax efficiency, risk isolation, and exit readiness in Indonesia.
Singapore AML and KYC Rules for Foreign Shareholders
02/17/2026Singapore AML and KYC rules for foreign shareholders and their impact on bank account approval.
Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign Investors in Malaysia: Sector-Specific Rules Explained
02/16/2026Foreign investors should assess Malaysia’s sector-specific capital thresholds, licensing triggers, and practical requirements before market entry to avoid restructuring risk.
How Indonesia’s PT PMA Structure Fits Foreign Ownership and Control Requirements
02/10/2026Foreign investors can use a PT PMA to secure ownership control capital structure and profit repatriation in Indonesia.
Navigating Thailand’s Competition Law and Merger Approval Regime for Foreign Businesses
02/05/2026Understand Thailand’s merger control thresholds, approval timelines, and how competition law impacts foreign acquisitions and deal execution.
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01/28/2026
Common Structuring Gaps That Delay Banking or Activation in Singapore
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01/24/2026
Foreign Ownership Rules and Conditional Sector Access in Indonesia
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01/02/2026
Banking, Account Opening, And Source-Of-Funds Scrutiny in Singapore
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12/30/2025
Enforcing Commercial Contracts in the Philippines: An Investor Enforcement Perspective
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12/16/2025
Should Foreign Investors Form an Exempt Pte Ltd or a Standard Pte Ltd in Singapore?
ASEAN Briefing
Industries
How Global Energy Price Volatility Could Affect Singapore’s Economy
03/19/2026Singapore faces rising costs from global energy shocks, but its role as a regional hub creates both risks and opportunities for investors.
Laos Land Conversion Policy: New Entry Points for Foreign Investors
03/17/2026Laos’ land conversion policy opens new entry options for foreign investors. Assess approvals, sectors, risks, and investment pathways.
ASEAN’s LNG Export Leaders: Investment and Energy Trade Opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia
03/17/2026Foreign investors are exploring LNG opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia as new gas discoveries and major projects reshape Southeast Asia’s energy trade.
Indonesia’s Danantara After Year One: Growth Targets, Asset Consolidation, and Investment Implications
03/13/2026Indonesia’s Danantara sovereign investment platform marks its first year with ambitious growth targets, major SOE restructuring, and billions in planned investments.
Philippines–UAE CEPA: Trade Expansion and Investment Implications
03/10/2026The Philippines–UAE CEPA can expand trade, infrastructure investment, and sector opportunities linking Southeast Asia with Gulf markets.
How CPTPP Is Reshaping Malaysia’s Export Markets
03/06/2026Malaysia’s CPTPP exports rose sharply in 2025, opening new growth markets and supply chain roles. Discover how tariff preferences, rising exports to Mexico and Canada, and manufacturing momentum could shape investment decisions.
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03/04/2026
How Middle East Energy Disruptions Could Reshape Investment Planning in ASEAN
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12/26/2025
Singapore’s F&B Sector: Entering 2026 an Entry Decision for Foreign Investors
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10/27/2025
Should You Invest in Methanol and Ammonia Bunkering in Singapore
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09/19/2025
Vietnam Cold-Chain and Agritech Opportunities for Foreign Investors
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09/04/2025
Investing in Vietnam’s Textile Recycling Industry: An Investor’s Guide
ASEAN Briefing
HR & Payroll
Personal Income Tax Filing in Thailand: What Expats Need to Know
03/11/2026Foreign professionals in Thailand should review personal income tax filing requirements, residency thresholds, deductions, and foreign income rules to assess their tax exposure.
THR Compliance in Indonesia: What Foreign Employers Must Review Before Eid 2026
03/04/2026Most employers in Indonesia must pay THR before Eid 2026. Learn the payment deadline, calculation rules, tax impact, and compliance risks.
Vietnam’s 183-Day Rule: Tax Implications for Foreign Employees
02/11/2026Understand how Vietnam’s 183-day rule changes tax exposure, withholding, and assignment structuring for foreign staff.
Using Business Intelligence to Evaluate Workforce Availability and Wage Levels in Indonesia
02/09/2026Investors use business intelligence to assess workforce supply, wage levels, and hiring risks before selecting locations in Indonesia.
Malaysia Revises Its Expatriate Employment Policy
01/19/2026Malaysia will revise its expatriate employment policy from June 2026, raising salary thresholds and introducing time limits for Employment Pass holders.
Local Director and Management Presence Requirements in Singapore
01/06/2026Foreign investors should assess Singapore’s local director and management presence rules, nominee disclosure updates, and governance expectations.
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12/22/2025
Should Foreign Companies in Indonesia Appoint Local Directors for Governance or Compliance Only?
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12/17/2025
Employment Contracts and Probation Rules for Foreign Employers in Vietnam
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12/09/2025
Contract of Service vs Contract for Service in Malaysia
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11/26/2025
Thailand Introduces Digital Work Permit System for Foreign Employers
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11/17/2025
Payroll in Malaysia: Understanding Monthly Tax Deductions, EPF, and SOCSO Contributions
ASEAN Briefing
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