Other Briefings
The Asia Reassurance Initiative Act and ASEAN
Read our latest article to know more about the US Asia Reassurance Initiative Act and what it means for ASEAN.
Import Procedures in ASEAN
In this article, we outline the import procedures in member states of ASEAN.
Export Procedures in ASEAN
In this article, we outline the export procedures in member states of ASEAN.
Investing in ASEAN’s Tea Industry
In this article, we look at the prospects for the tea industry in Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia.
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.
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.
Termination of Employees in ASEAN
In this article, we provide a brief overview of statutory regimes with respect to employment termination in the five major ASEAN countries – Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand.
Residency Schemes in ASEAN – Eligibility Requirements
Obtaining a long-term residency status is a cumbersome process for foreigners in ASEAN. The regulations and procedures vary significantly between the countries, and can sometimes be an expensive affair. In this article, we give an overview of the permanent residency and other schemes available for foreigners wishing to reside in any of the following ASEAN states.
Comparing Tax Rates Across ASEAN
In this article, we provide an inter-country comparison of tax rates across ASEAN, including in relation to PIT, CIT, VAT and GST, which is essential for making informed FDI decisions in the region.
