Economy & Trade
Indonesia Lowers Paid-Up Capital for Foreign Investors to IDR 2.5 Billion
10/06/2025Foreign investors can enter Indonesia with lower risk as paid-up capital drops to IDR 2.5Bn under Regulation 5/2025.
What the AANZFTA Second Protocol Means for ASEAN Trade
10/03/2025The AANZFTA Second Protocol modernizes trade rules on origin, services, and digital commerce, reshaping ASEAN–Oceania trade.
EU–Indonesia CEPA: Unlocking Market Access and Growth Strategies for Investors
09/25/2025The EU–Indonesia CEPA lowers tariffs, opens services, and raises ESG standards, reshaping investment decisions in Indonesia.
M&A in the Philippines: FDI Negative List and Sector Caps to Watch
09/24/2025Foreign investors can navigate M&A in the Philippines by understanding the FDI Negative List, sector caps, and key approvals.
Customs and Trade Strategy in Indonesia: An Investor’s Guide — Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine
09/15/2025The latest ASEAN Briefing Magazine on Indonesia’s customs and trade strategy is now available for subscribers to download free.
Strategic Multi-Currency Cash Management in Singapore
09/12/2025Multi-currency cash management in Singapore helps investors and executives balance risk, control liquidity, and support growth.
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09/11/2025
Choosing the Right Industrial Parks in Malaysia for Foreign Manufacturing
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09/05/2025
The Future of Chinese Investment in Indonesia
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08/28/2025
Brunei’s Industrial Parks - Should They Be Part of Your ASEAN Strategy?
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08/27/2025
Malaysia’s 2026–2030 Plan: What Investors Need to Know
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08/18/2025
Why Singapore Is the Legal and Operational Hub for ASEAN M&A
ASEAN Briefing
Tax & Accounting
GST in Singapore: When Overseas Vendors Must Register and Collect Tax
10/09/2025Understand Singapore’s GST rules for overseas vendors, registration thresholds, compliance duties, and filing obligations.
How Multinationals Should Manage Tax Filing and Compliance in Vietnam
10/08/2025Foreign investors should decide how to manage Vietnam’s tax compliance through structured planning, not reactive filings.
Which Entity in Malaysia Delivers the Strongest Tax Efficiency for Foreign Investors
09/23/2025Compare Sdn Bhd, Labuan, branch, and representative offices in Malaysia to determine the most tax-efficient structure for foreign investors.
Weighing Risks and Returns: Cambodia’s Capital Gains Tax Is Fully in Force
09/11/2025Cambodia’s 20% capital gains tax now applies to assets and property, reshaping investor returns and demanding careful planning.
Tax Incentive Requirements for Family Offices in Singapore: What’s New in 2025
08/22/2025We demonstrate the key requirements to qualifying for income tax exemption for family offices in Singapore.
Maximizing Malaysia’s Tax and Investment Incentives: What Foreign Investors Should Know
08/19/2025Discover how foreign investors can unlock Malaysia’s PS, ITA, RA, MD, and DESAC incentives to cut effective tax rates.
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08/15/2025
Withholding Tax in Vietnam: How to Handle Cross-Border Payments
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08/12/2025
How Foreign Investors Can Use Malaysia’s Double Taxation Agreements
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08/08/2025
Transfer Pricing in Singapore: Compliance and Strategy for Foreign Investors
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07/31/2025
Indonesia’s Updated VAT System for Cross-Border Digital Services
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07/15/2025
Tax Reporting Requirements for Foreign Businesses in Vietnam
ASEAN Briefing
Legal & Regulatory
M&A in Indonesia – Deal Structures, Approvals, and Post-Merger Licenses
10/01/2025Foreign investors must manage deal structures, approvals, and post-merger compliance to achieve success in Indonesia’s M&A market.
Which Entity in Malaysia Delivers the Strongest Protection for Foreign Shareholders
10/01/2025Find out which entity in Malaysia provides the strongest protection for foreign shareholders, with details on tax, equity, and compliance.
Vietnam Customs Rules for Investors: FTAs, Processing Trade, and Audits
09/29/2025Vietnam’s customs system impacts FTA benefits, duty exemptions, and audits, requiring investors to align compliance with strategy.
Minimum Capital Rules That Shape Entity Choice in Vietnam
09/29/2025Learn how Vietnam’s capital rules impact entity choice, licensing, and sector entry for foreign investors.
Indonesia’s New Business Licensing Rules for Foreign Investors
09/22/2025Indonesia updates business licensing under GR 28/2025, offering faster approvals and stricter compliance for foreign investors.
Foreign Business License in Thailand — Do You Need One?
09/18/2025Foreign investors must know when a Foreign Business License in Thailand is required, key exemptions, capital rules, and compliance steps.
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09/17/2025
How Much Paid-Up Capital Should Foreign Investors Commit in Singapore?
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09/17/2025
Choosing the Right Entity in Malaysia: Sdn Bhd, Labuan, or Representative Office
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09/09/2025
Franchising in the Philippines for Foreign Investors
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09/08/2025
Profit Repatriation in Vietnam: Key Strategies for Investors
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09/05/2025
Importing Into the Philippines: Customs Valuation, AEO, and FTA Strategy
ASEAN Briefing
Industries
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.
Indonesia’s Construction Market: Growth Drivers and 2030 Forecast
08/01/2025Explore Indonesia’s construction market outlook through 2030 with key growth drivers, investment trends, and strategies for foreign investors.
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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
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06/27/2025
Mining and Natural Resources in Cambodia: Investment Potential and Sector Outlook
ASEAN Briefing
HR & Payroll
Malaysia’s EPF Mandate for Foreign Employees: What Investors Must Reassess
10/07/2025Malaysia now requires 2 percent EPF contributions for foreign staff. Investors should review payroll and compliance planning.
Payroll Compliance in the Philippines: What CFOs Must Know
10/02/2025CFOs must manage SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and tax in the Philippines to avoid penalties, reduce risks, and maintain payroll compliance.
Employment Termination Disputes in the Philippines: Legal Process and Rules
08/14/2025Foreign employers can resolve termination disputes in the Philippines by applying correct legal grounds, SEnA processes, and NLRC rules.
Singapore’s New Medical Insurance Rules for Foreign Workers Are Now in Effect
07/22/2025Singapore’s new insurance rules for foreign workers took effect July 1, 2025. Learn how premiums and coverage have changed.
Termination and Severance Pay in Indonesia: What Foreign Employers Need to Know
07/16/2025Foreign employers in Indonesia must follow strict rules on termination and severance pay to remain compliant and avoid legal disputes.
How to Legally Employ and Pay Foreign Workers in Indonesia
07/04/2025Hiring foreign workers in Indonesia involves permits, contracts, tax, and payroll rules that employers must comply with fully.
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07/02/2025
Working Hours and Overtime Regulations in Vietnam: What Foreign Employers Must Know
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07/01/2025
Termination and Severance in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Employers
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06/18/2025
Hiring Local vs. Foreign Talent in Malaysia: Payroll and Compliance Implications
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06/12/2025
Philippines Announces Digital Nomad Visa Launch for June 2025
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04/28/2025
Malaysia’s New Investor Pass: Enhancing Opportunities for Foreign Investors
ASEAN Briefing
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