Other Briefings
Indonesia’s New Provisions for the Construction Sector Under Omnibus Law
GR 14/2021 revises several provisions of Indonesia’s Construction Law of 2007. These include simplifying the business licensing process and the obligation of technology transfer by qualified foreign construction workers.
New Regulation Opens Up Foreign Investment Opportunities in Indonesia’s Hospital Sector
Indonesia’s hospital sector is now open to 100 percent foreign investment thanks to the Omnibus Law.
Thailand’s Laem Chabang Deep Seaport to Begin Phase 3 Expansion
Thailand’s Laem Chabang deep seaport is to begin its Phase 3 expansion that will see the port have a container throughput capacity of 18 million TEUs per year once completed in 2029.
Establishing a Representative Office in Malaysia: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Establishing a representative office in Malaysia is often the fastest and most cost-effective way to have a legal entity and study the local market before determining viable opportunities.
Indonesia’s Omnibus Law Looks to Support the Aviation Industry
Indonesia’s GR 32/2021, an implementing regulation of the Omnibus Law, aims to support the recent liberalization of Indonesia’s aviation industry.
What are the Rules for Implementing Value-Added Tax on Foreign E-commerce Activities in Cambodia?
Cambodia’s Prakas 542 provides the rules for implementing a value-added tax on non-resident foreign e-commerce suppliers.
Indonesia Regulates the Prohibition of Certain Goods for Import and Export Under the Omnibus Law
MoT Reg 18 provides an updated list of the types of goods that are prohibited from being imported to and exported from Indonesia.
Indonesia and Singapore Sign Important Defense, Airspace Management, and Extradition Treaties
Indonesia and Singapore signed three landmark treaties covering defense, airspace boundaries management, and extradition.
Singapore Makes Amendments to Company Laws to Improve Compliance
Singapore’s Parliament approved amendments to two company laws. Businesses must now keep registers of their nominee shareholders and their nominators.
Indonesia Passes Bill to Build New Capital City: Deadline 2024
Indonesia’s new capital needs major investment for its development, which presents ample opportunities for foreign businesses.
