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Structuring a Tax-Efficient Operating Model in Malaysia
Structuring a tax-efficient operating model in Malaysia requires careful planning of business functions, intercompany transactions, and tax obligations. Find out what foreign investors should consider before commencing operations.
Transfer Pricing Red Flags That Lead to Tax Audits in Vietnam
Identify the transfer pricing red flags that can attract tax audits in Vietnam, including persistent losses, related-party payments, profit allocation, and business restructurings.
Managing Intercompany Transactions in Indonesia: Key Accounting Considerations
Managing intercompany transactions in Indonesia requires careful accounting treatment, PSAK compliance, statutory financial reporting, and related-party disclosures.
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Launching a Financial Services or Fintech Business in Singapore: What Foreign Investors Need to Know
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Transfer Pricing Red Flags That Lead to Tax Audits in Vietnam
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Structuring a Tax-Efficient Operating Model in Malaysia
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Managing Intercompany Transactions in Indonesia: Key Accounting Considerations
Tax & Accounting Jul 16
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Economy & Trade
Launching a Financial Services or Fintech Business in Singapore: What Foreign Investors Need to Know
Jul 23Launching a financial services or fintech business in Singapore requires choosing the right license, corporate structure, and capital commitment. Learn what foreign investors need to know.
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When Is a Bumiputera Partner Required in Malaysia?
Economy & Trade Jul 21Find out when foreign investors need a Bumiputera partner in Malaysia, including licensing, procurement, distributive trade, and IPO participation requirements.
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Choosing Between a Domestic Corporation, OPC, or Branch Office in the Philippines
Economy & Trade Jul 13Choosing between a domestic corporation, OPC, or branch office in the Philippines depends on foreign ownership rules, tax, governance, and regulatory requirements.
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Common Structuring Assumptions That Delay Indonesia Market Entry
Economy & Trade Jul 09Avoid common structuring mistakes that can delay market entry into Indonesia. Explore key legal, licensing, governance, and tax considerations for foreign investors.
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Using a Labuan Company Alongside a Malaysian Sdn Bhd
Economy & Trade Jun 25Discover when foreign investors should use a Labuan company alongside a Malaysian Sdn Bhd, and compare the tax, governance, and structuring considerations for regional expansion in Malaysia.
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From Scale to Strategy: India–Singapore Pathways for Growth and Innovation
Published: May 2026
As India–Singapore ties move from strategic intent to execution, businesses need clarity on where ... -
Halal Markets Unveiled: Opportunities in Southeast Asia’s Economic Powerhouses
Published: January 2025This latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine provides a detailed exploration of these opportunities ...
Tax & Accounting
Transfer Pricing Red Flags That Lead to Tax Audits in Vietnam
Jul 21Identify the transfer pricing red flags that can attract tax audits in Vietnam, including persistent losses, related-party payments, profit allocation, and business restructurings.
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Structuring a Tax-Efficient Operating Model in Malaysia
Tax & Accounting Jul 16Structuring a tax-efficient operating model in Malaysia requires careful planning of business functions, intercompany transactions, and tax obligations. Find out what foreign investors should consider before commencing operations.
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Managing Intercompany Transactions in Indonesia: Key Accounting Considerations
Tax & Accounting Jul 16Managing intercompany transactions in Indonesia requires careful accounting treatment, PSAK compliance, statutory financial reporting, and related-party disclosures.
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Choosing the Right Investment Structure to Maximize Corporate Tax Incentives in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Jul 07Evaluate how investment structures, project design, and location affect corporate tax incentive eligibility for foreign investors entering Vietnam.
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How Transfer Pricing Shapes Group Structures in Malaysia
Tax & Accounting Jul 02Transfer pricing influences how multinational groups structure their Malaysian operations. See how decisions on business functions, intercompany arrangements, and profit allocation affect group structures.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2026
Published: April 2026This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2026
Published: February 2026This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by ...
Legal & Regulatory
Launching a Financial Services or Fintech Business in Singapore: What Foreign Investors Need to Know
Jul 23Launching a financial services or fintech business in Singapore requires choosing the right license, corporate structure, and capital commitment. Learn what foreign investors need to know.
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When Is a Bumiputera Partner Required in Malaysia?
Legal & Regulatory Jul 21Find out when foreign investors need a Bumiputera partner in Malaysia, including licensing, procurement, distributive trade, and IPO participation requirements.
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Structuring a Tax-Efficient Operating Model in Malaysia
Legal & Regulatory Jul 16Structuring a tax-efficient operating model in Malaysia requires careful planning of business functions, intercompany transactions, and tax obligations. Find out what foreign investors should consider before commencing operations.
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Choosing Between a Domestic Corporation, OPC, or Branch Office in the Philippines
Legal & Regulatory Jul 13Choosing between a domestic corporation, OPC, or branch office in the Philippines depends on foreign ownership rules, tax, governance, and regulatory requirements.
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Common Structuring Assumptions That Delay Indonesia Market Entry
Legal & Regulatory Jul 09Avoid common structuring mistakes that can delay market entry into Indonesia. Explore key legal, licensing, governance, and tax considerations for foreign investors.
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Halal Markets Unveiled: Opportunities in Southeast Asia’s Economic Powerhouses
Published: January 2025This latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine provides a detailed exploration of these opportunities ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2026
Published: April 2026This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by ...
Industries
Is a Variable Capital Company the Right Fund Structure for Your Singapore Investment Platform?
Jun 25Find out whether a Singapore Variable Capital Company (VCC) is the right fund structure for your investment platform based on strategy, fundraising, tax, and regulatory considerations.
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Expanding Across ASEAN: Market Entry and Regional Structuring Strategies for Australian Firms
Industries May 07Expanding into ASEAN? This guide explains how Australian firms can structure regional operations, select priority markets, and manage multi-country expansion across Southeast Asia.
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How Foreign Investors Can Capture Value in Malaysia’s Semiconductor Ecosystem
Industries Apr 23Discover where foreign investors can generate returns in Malaysia’s semiconductor ecosystem, from established manufacturing to higher-value segments.
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Malaysia’s New Manufacturing Incentives: How to Structure Your Investment Under the NIF in 2026
Industries Apr 07Malaysia’s new NIF changes how incentives work. Learn how to qualify, avoid mistakes, and structure your manufacturing investment.
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PEZA vs BOI in the Philippines: Which Incentive Structure Fits Your Manufacturing or Logistics Model?
Industries Apr 06Evaluate PEZA vs BOI incentives, tax exposure, and setup risks to choose the most cost-efficient structure for your Philippines investment.
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From Scale to Strategy: India–Singapore Pathways for Growth and Innovation
Published: May 2026As India–Singapore ties move from strategic intent to execution, businesses need clarity on where ... -
Halal Markets Unveiled: Opportunities in Southeast Asia’s Economic Powerhouses
Published: January 2025This latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine provides a detailed exploration of these opportunities ...
HR & Payroll
Hiring Foreign Employees in Thailand: Work Permit Rules
Jul 15Hiring foreign employees in Thailand requires compliance with work permit rules, employer eligibility requirements, application procedures, and ongoing obligations.
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Fixed-Term vs. Permanent Employment Contracts in Malaysia: Which Is Right for Foreign Firms?
HR & Payroll Jul 08Compare fixed-term and permanent employment contracts in Malaysia and learn which arrangement best suits your workforce strategy, legal obligations, and business needs.
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Should Foreign Companies in Singapore Use a Nominee Director or Appoint a Resident Director?
HR & Payroll Jul 02Compare nominee and resident director arrangements in Singapore, including the legal, governance, and operational considerations that influence the most appropriate appointment for foreign companies.
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Payroll Due Diligence and Integration Following a Singapore Acquisition
HR & Payroll Jun 24Evaluate payroll liabilities, CPF obligations, compliance risks, system integration requirements, and operating model decisions when acquiring a business in Singapore.
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Director, Management, and Local Presence Requirements for Foreign-Owned Companies in Malaysia
HR & Payroll Jun 11Foreign-owned companies in Malaysia must meet director, management, and local presence requirements. Find out how to structure your Malaysian operations effectively.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2026
Published: April 2026This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2026
Published: February 2026This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, was compiled by ...
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