Other Briefings
Singapore’s Start-up Ecosystem – Part II: Opportunities for Overseas Entrepreneurs
Singapore has created a vibrant start-up ecosystem over the past five years. In this article, the second in a three-part series, we look at the opportunities that Singapore offers young overseas entrepreneurs.
The Philippines Launches Visas on Arrival Program for Chinese Nationals
The Philippines Bureau of Immigration (BI) has launched a Visa Upon Arrival (VUA) program for Chinese nationals.The move comes as part of the government’s bid to boost tourism and investment in the Philippines.
Malaysian Labor Contracts: What You Need to Know
While Malaysia offers foreign investors a skilled workforce, the country’s laws mandate a formal, written labor contract signed by the parties. This article discusses how these contracts can serve as an opportunity for foreign investors to establish a firm foundation for human resources management in Malaysia.
Singapore’s Start-up Ecosystem – Part I: The City-State as a Favored Destination for Overseas Entrepreneurs
Singapore has created a vibrant start-up ecosystem over the past five years that has lured some of the most prominent global entrepreneurs to the country. In this article, the first of a three-part series, we look at the factors that have made the city-state a preferred base for international entrepreneurs.
Myanmar Special Commodity Tax, Thailand VAT, and Indonesia Luxury Sales Tax – ASEAN Regulatory Brief
In this week’s ASEAN Regulatory Brief, we highlight Myanmar’s Special Commodity Tax exemptions for emeralds and diamonds, discuss Thailand’s reduced VAT rate extension, and focus on Indonesia’s proposed luxury tax cuts for sedans.
The Southern Economic Corridor: Boosting Trade and Investment in Cambodia
Stretching from Myanmar to Vietnam, the Southern Economic Corridor (SEC) aims to further integrate the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). In this article, we look at the improved connectivity brought on by the SEC and how it is boosting trade and investment in Cambodia.
Tourism Industry in the Philippines: Part II
In the first part of this Op-ed, our Philippines correspondent Bob Shead highlighted the opportunities and incentives for foreign investors in the country’s tourism industry. In this concluding part, he discusses in greater detail the various sectors of the tourism industry in the Philippines.
Laos Investment Incentives, Brunei Halal Certification, and Myanmar Livestock Exports – ASEAN Regulatory Brief
In this week’s ASEAN Regulatory Brief, we highlight Laos’ incentives for tourism sector investors, discuss Brunei’s latest Halal regulations, and focus on the lifting of the livestock export ban in Myanmar.
Tourism Industry in the Philippines: Part I
The Philippine tourism industry was worth approximately 8.6 percent of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2016. Our Philippines correspondent Bob Shead discusses the opportunities and incentives for foreign investors in the country’s tourism sector in the first part of this Op-ed.
Import and Export Procedures in Laos – Best Practices
As Laos continues to integrate its market and regulatory system within ASEAN, the ease of doing business for both importers and exporters will continue to improve. In this article we explain best practices for importing into and exporting out of Laos.
