Other Briefings
Indonesia’s Public Holidays and Joint Leaves for 2023
ASEAN Briefing outlines Indonesia’s public holidays for 2023. This is a comprehensive list of those holidays.
Thailand’s Public Holidays for 2023
ASEAN Briefing outlines Thailand’s public holidays for 2023.This is a comprehensive list of those holidays.
Malaysia’s Public Holidays for 2023
ASEAN Briefing outlines Malaysia’s public holidays for 2023. This is a comprehensive list of those holidays and the states they apply to.
Singapore’s Public Holidays for 2023
Singapore’s public holidays for 2023 were released in April 2022. In total, it has 14 days for 10 public holidays (instead of the gazetted 11 public holidays). The President of Singapore can declare any day a public holiday. If a public holiday falls on a Sunday, the following day is usually declared a public holiday, […]
Indonesia to Ban Bauxite Export from June 2023: An Explainer
Indonesia will impose a bauxite export ban starting from June 2023, in a move to shore up the domestic processing of its mineral resources.
Singapore to Revoke E-meeting Provision for Business Entities from July 1, 2023
Singapore’s “alternative arrangements for meetings” that allow organizations to call, hold, or conduct meetings electronically will be removed as of July 1, 2023.
The Guide to Employment Permits for Foreign Workers in the Philippines
For expatriate workers and their employers in the Philippines, it is essential they understand the process of obtaining a work visa and employment permit.
Singapore’s Employment Act: The Top 6 Amendments
The Singapore government enacted major amendments to the Employment Act earlier this year. The changes affect human resource administration for employers.
Indonesia’s New Tax Incentives: What it Means for Investors
Indonesia’s new tax incentives are aimed for businesses that invest in labor intensive industries, training programs, as well as research and development.
Indonesia’s FTA with the European Free Trade Association: Salient Features
Indonesia recently signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) states. Read our latest article to know more about the main features of the trade pact.
