Other BriefingsIndonesia’s Minimum Investment Requirements: What Foreign Investors Need to Plan Before Entry
A practical guide to Indonesia’s PT PMA investment rules, including the IDR 10 billion threshold, capital structuring, and expansion planning.
Vietnam Tax Rules on Software Licensing and Digital Services: What Foreign Contractors Need to Know
Avoid costly tax mistakes on software contracts in Vietnam. Learn how FCT applies and how to structure deals to protect margins.
Philippines Domestic Corporation Setup: Avoid Costly Mistakes Before You Invest
Avoid delays and unnecessary costs when setting up a company in the Philippines. Learn what foreign investors must get right before investing.
PEZA vs BOI in the Philippines: Which Incentive Structure Fits Your Manufacturing or Logistics Model?
Evaluate PEZA vs BOI incentives, tax exposure, and setup risks to choose the most cost-efficient structure for your Philippines investment.
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Indonesia’s Minimum Investment Requirements: What Foreign Investors Need to Plan Before Entry
Legal & Regulatory Apr 09 -
Vietnam Tax Rules on Software Licensing and Digital Services: What Foreign Contractors Need to Know
Tax & Accounting Apr 09 -
Philippines Domestic Corporation Setup: Avoid Costly Mistakes Before You Invest
Legal & Regulatory Apr 08 -
Malaysia’s New Manufacturing Incentives: How to Structure Your Investment Under the NIF in 2026
Industries Apr 07 -
PEZA vs BOI in the Philippines: Which Incentive Structure Fits Your Manufacturing or Logistics Model?
Economy & Trade Apr 06
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Economy & Trade
PEZA vs BOI in the Philippines: Which Incentive Structure Fits Your Manufacturing or Logistics Model?
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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Singapore as ASEAN’s Logistics Hub: Warehousing, Trade Facilitation, and Investment Opportunities
Economy & Trade Apr 02Not sure if Singapore is worth it? Assess logistics costs, trade benefits, and the right ASEAN structure for your business.
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Singapore Subsidiary or Branch Office: How Foreign Companies Should Structure Market Entry
Economy & Trade Mar 24Compare subsidiary and branch structures in Singapore, including liability, tax treatment, governance, and profit repatriation implications.
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Indonesia’s QRIS Expansion Across APEC and What It Means for Businesses
Economy & Trade Mar 23Indonesia plans to expand QRIS across APEC economies, enabling cross-border digital payments and creating opportunities for Indonesian businesses.
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How Global Energy Price Volatility Could Affect Singapore’s Economy
Economy & Trade Mar 19Singapore faces rising costs from global energy shocks, but its role as a regional hub creates both risks and opportunities for investors.
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Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion
Published: March 2026
Vietnam’s manufacturing industry has transformed from a low-cost assembly hub into a key part of g... -
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
Vietnam Tax Rules on Software Licensing and Digital Services: What Foreign Contractors Need to Know
Apr 09Avoid costly tax mistakes on software contracts in Vietnam. Learn how FCT applies and how to structure deals to protect margins.
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Malaysia’s New Manufacturing Incentives: How to Structure Your Investment Under the NIF in 2026
Tax & Accounting Apr 07Malaysia’s new NIF changes how incentives work. Learn how to qualify, avoid mistakes, and structure your manufacturing investment.
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Vietnam Tax Loss Carryforward: When Profits Can Be Recovered
Tax & Accounting Apr 01Vietnam’s 5-year loss carryforward rule can delay or reduce profit recovery. Learn how timing and structure determine your tax outcome.
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Malaysia Withholding Tax Risks for Cross-Border Payments
Tax & Accounting Mar 26Foreign investors making cross-border payments in Malaysia may face withholding tax obligations. Learn the rates, treaty relief, and compliance risks.
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Calculating Taxable Profit in Vietnam for Foreign-Invested Companies
Tax & Accounting Mar 25Learn how Vietnam calculates taxable profit for foreign-invested companies, including deductible expenses, depreciation rules, and tax compliance requirements.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2025
Published: July 2025This 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
Indonesia’s Minimum Investment Requirements: What Foreign Investors Need to Plan Before Entry
Apr 09A practical guide to Indonesia’s PT PMA investment rules, including the IDR 10 billion threshold, capital structuring, and expansion planning.
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Philippines Domestic Corporation Setup: Avoid Costly Mistakes Before You Invest
Legal & Regulatory Apr 08Avoid delays and unnecessary costs when setting up a company in the Philippines. Learn what foreign investors must get right before investing.
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Singapore Subsidiary or Branch Office: How Foreign Companies Should Structure Market Entry
Legal & Regulatory Mar 24Compare subsidiary and branch structures in Singapore, including liability, tax treatment, governance, and profit repatriation implications.
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Shareholder Agreements in Singapore for Foreign Investors: Control, Exit Rights, and Protection
Legal & Regulatory Feb 23Learn how shareholder agreements in Singapore help foreign investors manage control, funding risk, and exit planning in joint venture structures.
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Should Investors Consolidate Indonesia Operations Under a Holding Company?
Legal & Regulatory Feb 18Foreign investors assess when a holding company improves control, tax efficiency, risk isolation, and exit readiness in Indonesia.
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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 2025
Published: July 2025This publication, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, was compiled by ...
Industries
Malaysia’s New Manufacturing Incentives: How to Structure Your Investment Under the NIF in 2026
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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Singapore as ASEAN’s Logistics Hub: Warehousing, Trade Facilitation, and Investment Opportunities
Industries Apr 02Not sure if Singapore is worth it? Assess logistics costs, trade benefits, and the right ASEAN structure for your business.
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Indonesia Coal 2026: How Export Controls and Policy Shape Investment Returns
Industries Apr 02Evaluate how Indonesia’s coal export rules impact pricing, margins, and investment risk before entering the market.
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How Global Energy Price Volatility Could Affect Singapore’s Economy
Industries Mar 19Singapore faces rising costs from global energy shocks, but its role as a regional hub creates both risks and opportunities for investors.
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Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion
Published: March 2026Vietnam’s manufacturing industry has transformed from a low-cost assembly hub into a key part of g... -
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
Fixed-Term vs Regular Employment Contracts When Foreign Firms Hire in the Philippines
Mar 28Foreign firms hiring in the Philippines should assess whether fixed-term or regular employment contracts are appropriate. Learn the legal risks, costs, and compliance considerations.
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Personal Income Tax Filing in Thailand: What Expats Need to Know
HR & Payroll Mar 11Foreign professionals in Thailand should review personal income tax filing requirements, residency thresholds, deductions, and foreign income rules to assess their tax exposure.
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THR Compliance in Indonesia: What Foreign Employers Must Review Before Eid 2026
HR & Payroll Mar 04Most employers in Indonesia must pay THR before Eid 2026. Learn the payment deadline, calculation rules, tax impact, and compliance risks.
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Vietnam’s 183-Day Rule: Tax Implications for Foreign Employees
HR & Payroll Feb 11Understand how Vietnam’s 183-day rule changes tax exposure, withholding, and assignment structuring for foreign staff.
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Using Business Intelligence to Evaluate Workforce Availability and Wage Levels in Indonesia
HR & Payroll Feb 09Investors use business intelligence to assess workforce supply, wage levels, and hiring risks before selecting locations in Indonesia.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2025
Published: July 2025This 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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