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A Guide to Taxation in the Philippines - Updates for 2024
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Company Deregistration in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Legal & Regulatory Nov 21 -
Singapore’s CPF Special Account Closure: What to Expect in 2025
Human Resources & Payroll Nov 20 -
Southeast Asia's Balancing Act in a Second Trump Presidency
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Philippines Refines Tax Policies with CREATE MORE Act
Tax & Accounting Nov 18 -
Understanding the 13th Month Pay and Christmas Bonuses in the Philippines
Tax & Accounting Nov 14
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Economy & Trade
Southeast Asia's Balancing Act in a Second Trump Presidency
Nov 20Learn how ASEAN can adapt to challenges and opportunities under the new US presidency. Insights into trade, investment, and resilience.
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China Trade with Thailand: A Growing Economic Partnership
Economy & Trade Nov 12China and Thailand are enjoying a growing economic partnership reflected in their trade exposure to each other's markets, boosted by FTAs.
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The Red and White Cabinet: Strategic Continuity and Ambition in Prabowo’s Indonesia
Economy & Trade Nov 07Explore Prabowo’s Red and White Cabinet, blending continuity and ambition for Indonesia’s growth, unity, and economic strength.
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Malaysia Budget 2025: Impact for Individuals
Economy & Trade Nov 04Discover key updates from Malaysia’s Budget 2025 impacting individual taxpayers, including tax reliefs, minimum wage, and dividend taxes.
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Malaysia’s Budget 2025: Impact for Businesses
Economy & Trade Oct 31Explore Malaysia's 2025 budget impact on businesses: new tax incentives, automation benefits, wage hikes, and carbon tax.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2024
Published: July 2024
This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2024
Published: April 2024This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by ...
Tax & Accounting
Philippines Refines Tax Policies with CREATE MORE Act
Nov 18Discover how the CREATE MORE Act enhances the Philippines' global investment appeal with competitive tax rates, expanded incentives, and streamlined compliance processes.
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Understanding the 13th Month Pay and Christmas Bonuses in the Philippines
Tax & Accounting Nov 14The 13th month pay and Christmas bonuses in the Philippines are an important aspect of HR policy that employers need to understand.
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Malaysia’s Budget 2025: Impact for Businesses
Tax & Accounting Oct 31Explore Malaysia's 2025 budget impact on businesses: new tax incentives, automation benefits, wage hikes, and carbon tax.
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Tax Incentive Requirements for Family Offices in Singapore
Tax & Accounting Oct 14We demonstrate the key requirements to qualifying for income tax exemption for family offices in Singapore.
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Malaysia’s Family Office Incentives: A Challenge to Singapore?
Tax & Accounting Oct 03Malaysia introduces family office incentives in the FCSFZ, offering benefits that could compete with Singapore’s established financial hub.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2024
Published: July 2024This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2024
Published: April 2024This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by ...
Legal & Regulatory
Company Deregistration in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Nov 21Effortlessly navigate the company deregistration process in Vietnam with insights on legal steps, documentation, and challenges for foreign investors.
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Malaysia’s Budget 2025: Impact for Businesses
Legal & Regulatory Oct 31Explore Malaysia's 2025 budget impact on businesses: new tax incentives, automation benefits, wage hikes, and carbon tax.
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Navigating Indonesia's New Halal Certification Rules
Legal & Regulatory Oct 29Learn about Indonesia's updated halal certification rules under GR 42/2024, including new deadlines and business obligations.
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New MAS Guidelines for Payment Service Providers in Singapore
Legal & Regulatory Oct 14Discover the 2024 MAS guidelines updates for Payment Service Providers, including new licensing requirements, independent assessments, and enhanced compliance standards in Singapore.
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Singapore Strengthens Anti-Money Laundering Legislation
Legal & Regulatory Oct 10Discover how Singapore's Anti-Money Laundering Act has been strengthened with key amendments, including new property seizure rules and measures addressing foreign environmental crimes.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2024
Published: July 2024This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2024
Published: April 2024This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by ...
Industries
Understanding the Indonesian Labor Market
Oct 31Explore Indonesia's labor market trends, including job growth, wage rates, workforce demographics, and gender participation.
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Malaysia’s Budget 2025: Impact for Businesses
Industries Oct 31Explore Malaysia's 2025 budget impact on businesses: new tax incentives, automation benefits, wage hikes, and carbon tax.
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Navigating Indonesia's New Halal Certification Rules
Industries Oct 29Learn about Indonesia's updated halal certification rules under GR 42/2024, including new deadlines and business obligations.
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Market Opportunities in Indonesia for Indian Investors
Industries Oct 24Explore the commercial, industrial, and R&D opportunities available to Indian businesses and startups in Indonesia's expanding economy, driven by digitization, infrastructure modernization, and recent legal reforms.
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What Makes Singapore a Prime Location for Semiconductor Companies
Industries Oct 22Discover why Singapore is a prime hub for semiconductor companies with its strategic location, advanced infrastructure, skilled workforce, and government incentives.
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Malaysia’s Economic Corridors: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Published: December 2023In this issue of the ASEAN Briefing magazine, we provide an overview of Malaysia’s economic corrid... -
Opportunities for Foreign Investors in the Philippines
Published: May 2023The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine features an overview of the incorporation process in the...
HR & Payroll
Singapore’s CPF Special Account Closure: What to Expect in 2025
Nov 20Singapore’s CPF Special Account will close in January 2025 for those aged 55 and above, consolidating funds into Retirement Accounts. Discover the impacts on workers, businesses, and how to optimize retirement planning under the new system.
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Emerging Employment Trends in Indonesia: Training and Upskilling Opportunities
HR & Payroll Nov 13Discover the latest employment trends in Indonesia's evolving job market. Learn about growing opportunities in technology, healthcare, renewable energy, and the potential role of foreign workers in addressing skills gaps.
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New Employment Pass Salary Requirements in Singapore: How Businesses Can Prepare
HR & Payroll Nov 12Learn about Singapore's new 2025 Employment Pass salary thresholds and COMPASS framework. Find out how businesses can prepare to meet the updated requirements.
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Indonesia's Employment Regulation: Practical Guide for Employers
HR & Payroll Nov 07A comprehensive guide on Indonesia’s employment regulation covering contracts, wages, working hours, foreign workers, and termination procedures.
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National Wage Council Urges Wage Hike for Lower-Income Workers in Singapore
HR & Payroll Nov 06Singapore's National Wage Council advises 5.5-7.5% pay rise for lower-income workers. Discover how this impacts businesses and wage practices.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2024
Published: July 2024This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2024
Published: April 2024This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by ...
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