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Economy & Trade

The Rise of Southeast Asia as a Global Mobility Hub

10/23/2025

Survey of 145 founders and investors reveals why Southeast Asia is becoming the global base for mobility, growth, and opportunity.

Setting Up a Regional Treasury Center in Singapore

10/22/2025

Singapore offers unmatched stability, incentives, and liquidity depth for regional treasury centers managing Asia-Pacific cash and risk.

How Banking and Currency Controls Differ Across Malaysian Entity Types

10/21/2025

Gain clarity on Malaysia’s banking and currency policies that shape profit repatriation, cash flow strategy, and investment outcomes.

ASEAN Transshipment and US Tariffs – Balancing Opportunity and Risk

10/20/2025

Foreign investors can use ASEAN’s trade hubs to stay tariff-compliant and cost-efficient under new US import rules.

Indonesia–Canada CEPA: What It Means for Investors

10/18/2025

The Indonesia–Canada CEPA opens investment and trade opportunities across manufacturing, energy, digital, and agribusiness sectors.

Malaysia’s 2026 Budget: What it Means for Foreign Investors

10/15/2025

Malaysia’s 2026 Budget refines tax rules, expands incentives, and strengthens ESG and digital growth opportunities.

Tax & Accounting

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

10/16/2025

Foreign investors can access treaty relief and lower tax rates by establishing genuine management and control in Singapore.

GST in Singapore: When Overseas Vendors Must Register and Collect Tax

10/09/2025

Understand Singapore’s GST rules for overseas vendors, registration thresholds, compliance duties, and filing obligations.

How Multinationals Should Manage Tax Filing and Compliance in Vietnam

10/08/2025

Foreign 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

09/23/2025

Compare 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

09/11/2025

Cambodia’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

08/22/2025

We demonstrate the key requirements to qualifying for income tax exemption for family offices in Singapore.

Legal & Regulatory

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

10/14/2025

Compare Vietnam’s LLC, JSC, and representative office options to choose the best structure for your investment strategy.

M&A in Indonesia – Deal Structures, Approvals, and Post-Merger Licenses

10/01/2025

Foreign 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

10/01/2025

Find 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

09/29/2025

Vietnam’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

09/29/2025

Learn how Vietnam’s capital rules impact entity choice, licensing, and sector entry for foreign investors.

Indonesia’s New Business Licensing Rules for Foreign Investors

09/22/2025

Indonesia updates business licensing under GR 28/2025, offering faster approvals and stricter compliance for foreign investors.

Industries

Vietnam Cold-Chain and Agritech Opportunities for Foreign Investors

09/19/2025

Vietnam’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

09/04/2025

Vietnam’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

09/02/2025

Thailand’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

09/02/2025

Explore 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

08/20/2025

Foreign 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

08/01/2025

Explore Indonesia’s construction market outlook through 2030 with key growth drivers, investment trends, and strategies for foreign investors.

HR & Payroll

Avoiding Penalties During Labor Inspections in Indonesia

10/24/2025

Foreign investors can avoid costly labor penalties in Indonesia through strong HR governance and BPJS compliance systems.

Cambodia’s 2026 Minimum Wage Increase: What Foreign Investors Should Decide Now

10/13/2025

Cambodia raises its 2026 minimum wage to US$210. Learn how foreign investors can manage costs, incentives, and compliance.

Termination Laws and Severance Obligations in Malaysia

10/11/2025

Foreign investors should assess termination and severance costs in Malaysia to support workforce and risk management decisions.

Malaysia’s EPF Mandate for Foreign Employees: What Investors Must Reassess

10/07/2025

Malaysia 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

10/02/2025

CFOs 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

08/14/2025

Foreign employers can resolve termination disputes in the Philippines by applying correct legal grounds, SEnA processes, and NLRC rules.

Our firm Dezan Shira & Associates provides legal, tax and operational advisory across Asia.
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