Other Briefings
Laos and the EPO: Unlocking New Opportunities for Patents and Investment
Laos joins the EPO validation states, simplifying patent protection for European businesses and driving economic growth through foreign investment.
New Regulation Boosts Investment Incentives in Indonesia’s New Capital
Discover how Indonesia’s new regulation GR 29/2024 enhances investment incentives in Nusantara with extended land rights, streamlined approvals, expanded authority powers, and new rules on foreign workers.
Singapore Bans Employers of Record Sponsorship: Key Alternatives for Foreign Businesses
Understand Singapore’s ban on Employers of Record sponsorship for foreign workers and explore alternative hiring options for non-Singaporean businesses.
Philippines Imposes New VAT Rate on Foreign Digital Services
Explore how the Philippines’ new 12% VAT on foreign digital services reshapes the market, affects consumers, and drives local industry growth.
Regulatory Shifts in Indonesia’s Mining Sector: Empowering Local Stakeholders
Explore the key changes introduced by Indonesia’s Government Regulation 25 of 2024 in the mining sector. This article covers new licensing requirements, downstream policies, and their implications for local stakeholders and the industry.
Cambodia Opens Foreign Employee Quota Application for 2025
Cambodia has opened the application window for businesses to apply for the foreign employee quota. The deadline for applications is the end of November 2024.
Singapore and EU Conclude Digital Trade Agreement
Discover how the EU-Singapore Digital Trade Agreement enhances cross-border digital trade, promotes innovation, and fosters secure data flows.
Malaysia’s Cyber Security Act 2024: What Businesses Need to Know
Explore the key provisions and business implications of Malaysia’s Cyber Security Act 2024. Learn how this legislation impacts National Critical Information Infrastructure.
Mandatory E-invoicing in Malaysia: A Guide for Businesses
Discover how Malaysia’s mandatory e-invoicing rollout impacts businesses and the steps needed for compliance.
Philippines Plans Stock Tax Reduction to Revive Capital Market
The Philippine government plans to drastically reduce the stock transaction tax from 0.6 percent to 0.1 percent, a move which aims to stimulate trading activity and attract more investors.
