Taking Advantage of ASEAN’s FTAs
In this article, we discuss the importance of meeting the region’s Rules of Origin (RoO) criteria for exporters and importers looking to take advantage of the individual ASEAN member states’ FTAs as well as the bloc’s regional FTAs.
An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2019 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates
An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2019, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, is out now and available for complimentary download in the Asia Briefing Publication Store.
Investing in ASEAN’s Coffee Industry
ASEAN’s coffee industry offers several opportunities for foreign investors. Read our latest article to know more about the coffee industry in Vietnam, Indonesia, Laos, Thailand and the Philippines.
Export and Import Procedures in ASEAN: Best Practices – New Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine
The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine titled, “Export and Import Procedures in ASEAN: Best Practices”, is out now and available to subscribers as a complimentary download in the Asia Briefing Publication Store.
Thai Labor Contracts: What You Need to Know
While Thailand does not mandate a written agreement between the employer and an employee, it does impose strict labor regulations with regards to working terms and conditions. In practice, therefore, it is advisable for employers to set out written terms and conditions of employment to avoid legal disputes.
The Philippines’ Investment Outlook for 2019
With an average growth rate of 6.3 percent over the past five years, the Philippines is now among the fastest growing economies in Asia. Read more about the Philippines’ latest FDI trends and outlook for 2019 in our latest article.
Labuan: Offshore Opportunities in Malaysia
Labuan offers the benefit of low tax regimes while retaining the protection of Malaysia’s laws and regulations. Read more about how the island is diversifying its financial portfolio of offerings to other niche areas.
Growing Opportunities for Foreign Investors in Indonesia – New Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine
The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine titled, “Growing Opportunities for Foreign Investors in Indonesia”, is out now and available to subscribers as a complimentary download in the Asia Briefing Publication Store.
Singapore Signs Upgraded Free Trade Agreement with China
Singapore and China has signed an upgrade of their bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The expanded trade pact is expected to deepen trade and investment between the two countries, while affording Singaporean firms expanded market access in China.
Malaysia’s 2019 Budget: Salient Features
On November 2, 2018, Malaysia’s Minister of Finance Lim Guan Eng tabled the country’s much anticipated 2019 budget. In this article, we look at the salient features of the budget and their implications for businesses.