Other Briefings
Indonesian Stimulus Gets Serious with Major Negative List Revisions
On February 17th, 2016, Indonesian president Joko Widodo announced plans to further liberalize his nation’s economic policy’s 10th economic stimulus package aimed at attracting foreign direct investment. In this article, we discuss what impact this new package will have and examine the potential of the Indonesian consumer base.
In Depth: The Singapore – Thai DTA
Singapore, long known for its exemplary investment climate and lucrative trading arrangements, continues to improve upon its competitiveness with the implementation of an updated Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) with Thailand. Here, we examine how companies can qualify for lowered withholding rates on their dividends, royalties, and interest payments.
ASEAN Market Watch: Malaysian FTAs, Auto Production in Brunei, and Thai Flights to Laos
In this edition of ASEAN Market Watch we assess the impact of Malaysia’s FTA plans with Hong Kong and the RCEP, analyze the state of Auto production in Brunei, and highlight opening opportunities for aviation investment in Laos.
The Guide to Deregistration in Indonesia
Since the adoption of its new investment law in 2007, Indonesia become a playground for foreign investors. However, several reasons can result in the need for market exit. To facilitate investors who have decided upon this course of action, this article will focus on the deregistration process for PMAs in Indonesia.
ASEAN Market Watch: Cambodian Corruption, Telecoms Bidding in Myanmar, and Increasing Philippine Trade Deficits
In this edition of ASEAN Market Watch we highlight cambodian corruption, discuss Telecoms bidding in Myanmar, and evaluate the impact of growing trade deficits in the Philippines
Minimum Wages in ASEAN – All You Need to Know in 2016
When comparing wages across countries, investors should be pay close attention to all attributes of wages within a given country as they can differ drastically. To provide insight on these trends and to illuminate the intricacies of ASEAN’s diverse labor market, the following article provides an overview of the regional blocs current wage differentials.
Indonesian ROs: Easy Steps for Successful Establishment
With a total population exceeding 250 million, Indonesia is a great market opportunity for foreign companies seeking to expand their consumer base and bolster production. For those seeking to gather more information on the Indonesian market, the following article outlines the steps required to set up Representative Offices.
The Guide to Corporate Establishment in the Philippines
Annual growth in the Philippines has been projected to exceed six percent in 2016, making the nation one of ASEAN’s most attractive destinations for investment. With this in mind, ASEAN Briefing outlines procedures required for successful establishment within the archipelago.
ASEAN Market Watch: Eastern Investment in Thai Solar, ASEAN’s Open Sky Policy, and Opportunities in Myanmar’s Tourism Industry
In this edition of ASEAN Market Watch we take a look at Yingli Solar’s plans for investment in Thailand, explore the impacts of ASEAN’s Open Sky Policy in Indonesia, and highlight opportunities for investment in Myanmar’s tourism sector.
Dun & Bradstreet: ASEAN Business Confidence Unfazed by Faltering Global Growth
In the face of deteriorating performance in China, those interested in tapping ASEAN’s growing potential should be sure to evaluate its members on an individual basis. To this end, The ASEAN Business Optimism Index (BOI) by Dun & Bradstreet provides in-depth insight into business sentiment for the quarter ahead. In this article we provide an overview of prevailing business optimism trends within ASEAN 6 nations based on this quarter’s BOI.
