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Vietnam to Ease Visa Requirements to Boost Tourism Industry

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Vietnam is seeking to ease visa requirements for foreign visitors. Among the changes being discussed is increasing the duration of e-visas to 45 days.

Philippines Ratifies RCEP Agreement: Opportunities for Businesses

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Having ratified the RCEP agreement in February, we discuss prospects in key growth sectors in the Philippines – agriculture, BPO, and electronics.

Indonesia Issues Incentives for New Capital City Project

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Indonesia has issued various incentives to attract investments into its new capital city project.

How to Obtain Tax Incentives for Investments in Indonesia’s Marine and Fisheries Sectors

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Indonesia offers a variety of income tax incentives for investors that invest in its marine and fisheries industries. Here are the criteria.

New Stricter Requirements for Singapore’s Global Investor Program

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Singapore has increased the investment requirements for foreign investors to join the Global Investor Program.

Indonesia’s Breakthrough Year for Foreign Investment in 2022

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Indonesia received some US$43 billion in foreign investment in 2022, the highest in the country’s history.

An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2023 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates

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This Guide covers the fundamentals of investing in Indonesia, including market entry, company setup, tax and audit, and HR and payroll.

Indonesia’s Top Sectors to Watch for in 2023

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Foreign investors should note the key sectors where growth is expected to rise in Indonesia for 2023, including downstream mining and infrastructure.

Indonesia’s Second Home Visa: What are the Requirements?

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Indonesia has issued second home visas, the first of its kind for the country, which will allow foreigners to stay for between five to 10 years.

Increased Oversight in Indonesia’s Peer-to-Peer Lending Sector

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Indonesia has increased oversight in its peer-to-peer lending sector through OJK Regulation POJK10/2022. The regulation increases the minimum capital and equity requirements for P2P lenders and sets out a more efficient licensing procedure.

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