Indonesia's President Joko Widodo became the first Asian leader to visit Ukraine and Russia since the start of the conflict. The President came with a mission to be a peace broker.
The Philippines and South Korea are set to sign a free trade agreement which removes tariffs on most products aims to boost bilateral trade.
As Indonesia pushes ahead with its ambitious smart cities program, we look at the role Finland can play in this initiative.
Thailand and the UK have formed a Joint Trade and Economic Committee to explore new opportunities to improve bilateral trade.
The Laos-Vietnam railway is a proposed railway project aimed to further boost Laos’ ambitions to become a regional logistics hub.
The Philippines issued executive order 169 to promote a more equitable and business-friendly environment for MSME franchisees.
Singapore Signs Digital Trade Deal With the UK
Comparing Mexico and Indonesia as Manufacturing Hubs for US Investors
China Launches New Freight Train Services to Vietnam
The Cambodia-South Korea Free Trade Agreement: Increasing Potential for Downstream Sectors
Moving Away from Oil: How Can Brunei Diversify its Economy?
As of January 2022, electric vehicle producers in Malaysia can enjoy a variety of tax incentives, such as tax exemptions for imports, excise, and sales.
Malaysia has enhanced incentives for businesses looking to establish a principal/regional hub in the country.
We list the eligibility criteria, targeted industries, and tax incentives available for entities or individuals making investments into Thai startups.
Malaysia will continue to accept applications for tax incentives from pharmaceutical manufacturers until December 31, 2022.
Cambodia has officially delayed its planned implementation of capital gains tax to January 1, 2024.
The taxing of non-resident e-commerce and digital players in Laos is part of a continuing trend in ASEAN.
Thailand Issues New Incentive Package for Electric Vehicle Industry
New Tax Measures Impacting Businesses and Individuals in Singapore’s Budget 2022
Laos Reduces VAT Rate to Support the Post-COVID-19 Economy
What are the Rules for Implementing Value-Added Tax on Foreign E-commerce Activities in Cambodia?
Malaysia Issues Tax Exemption for Foreign Sourced Income
The Cybersecurity Authority of Singapore has launched a new licensing framework for cybersecurity service providers. Under the law, cybersecurity vendors must apply for a license for providing such services.
Cambodia's new investment law aims to increase the country’s competitiveness for foreign investors by modernizing local industries and protecting the rights of investors.
The Philippines issued executive order 169 to promote a more equitable and business-friendly environment for MSME franchisees.
Registered companies in Cambodia are now required to use a local domain name such as .com.kh for their websites and email addresses.
Cambodia’s Prakas 003 sets out the establishment, function, and registration requirements of trusts in the country.
New provisions in the Labuan Companies Amendment Bill 2022 affect corporate governance and increases the authority of the financial services regulator.
Thailand Issues First Personal Data Protection Act
Cambodia’s First Law on Competition: What Investors Need to Know
New Criteria for Family Offices in Singapore to Receive Tax Incentives
Proposed Amendments to Thailand’s Public Limited Companies Act
How to Set Up a Representative Office in Indonesia
Vietnam is one of the world’s largest exporters of timber and timber products. How can the country leverage this industry to enhance economic growth?
Vietnam will build its first hydrogen plant, slated to be finished in 2023. However, the country will continue to rely on fossil fuels, especially coal.
Singapore’s Maritime Port Authority has issued new incentives for Singapore-flagged ships that undertake decarbonization efforts.
Indonesia’s Internet of Things market is expected to reach US$30 billion by 2022. Its impact can enhance industrial productivity and reduce operational costs.
Vietnam’s amended Law on Electricity allows foreign investment in the country’s electrical grid to improve energy quality and capacity.
Cambodia’s border reopening is a boost to its tourism industry, which is an important contributor to the economy, behind the textile and garment manufacturing sector.
The RCEP to Encourage Investments in Indonesia’s Downstream Industries
The Philippines’ Border Reopening: Implications for Businesses
Indonesia Bans the Export of Palm Oil, Impacting Global Food Prices
The Australia-Asian PowerLink: Encouraging Investments in ASEAN Renewable Energy
Indonesia’s GoTo Goes Public, Market Capitalization of US$32bn
Employees in Indonesia will not have to wait until the age of 56 to withdraw their JHT / old age security funds. We discuss the new criteria.
Indonesia is pondering whether to issue ‘nomad visas’ to attract digital nomads to work from popular destinations such as the island of Bali.
Malaysia will increase the national monthly minimum wage from May 1, 2022, by 25 percent from 1,200 ringgit (US$276) to 1,500 ringgit (US$345).
ASEAN is endowed with a diverse workforce but these are spread across different levels of the developmental spectrum.
With the upcoming Eid-al Fitr holiday in Indonesia, businesses must pay the religious holiday allowance, also known as Tunjangan Hari Raya (THR).
Vietnam has reopened its borders to all international visitors as it looks to revitalize its tourism industry.
What are Indonesia's Latest Guidelines on International Travel?
Increase in Social Insurance Rates for Foreign Employees in Vietnam
Singapore to Implement New Points System for Employment Pass Applicants From 2023
Singapore’s 2022 Public Holidays
Indonesia’s 2022 Public Holidays