ASIA BRIEFING

Economy & Trade

Singapore Budget 2025: What it Means for Businesses

02/20/2025

Singapore’s Budget 2025 introduces tax rebates, workforce grants, and AI funding to help businesses cut costs and drive growth.

Amazon Web Services Opens Asia-Pacific Headquarters in Singapore

02/12/2025

AWS has opened its Asia-Pacific headquarters in Singapore, reinforcing the country's position as a global cloud computing and data center hub.

Investment Incentives and Tax Holidays in Timor-Leste

02/10/2025

Discover tax breaks, investment incentives, and business opportunities in Timor-Leste while navigating key challenges for foreign investors.

Danantara: Indonesia’s New Sovereign Wealth Fund

02/06/2025

Danantara, Indonesia’s new sovereign wealth fund, aims to restructure SOEs, attract global investment, and expand assets its to US$982B by 2029.

Cambodia’s 2025 Economic Outlook and Investment Opportunities for Foreign Investors

02/01/2025

Discover Cambodia’s 2025 economic outlook, GDP growth, and top investment opportunities.

Malaysia Unveils Tax Incentives for the Johor-Singapore SEZ

01/09/2025

Discover how Malaysia’s tax incentives are transforming the Johor-Singapore SEZ into a regional hub for innovation and investment.

01/08/2025
Indonesia Joins BRICS: Unlocking New Economic Opportunities

ASEAN Briefing
12/31/2024
An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2025 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates

ASEAN Briefing
12/30/2024
Indonesia and Canada Strengthen Economic Ties with Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement

ASEAN Briefing
12/06/2024
Thailand and the UK's Enhanced Trade Partnership: An Overview

ASEAN Briefing
12/04/2024
Singapore and Germany Strengthen Relations: What the Strategic Partnership Means

ASEAN Briefing

Tax & Accounting

Sales Tax in Malaysia: A Guide for Foreign Investors

02/26/2025

Discover how Malaysia’s sales tax works, including registration, compliance, exemptions, and its impact on foreign investors.

A Guide to Taxation in the Philippines - Updates for 2025

02/20/2025

The Philippines imposes a territorial tax system, meaning only Philippine-sourced income is subject to taxes.

Tax Identification Numbers in Singapore: A Guide for Foreign Investors

02/14/2025

Understanding tax identification numbers in Singapore is crucial for foreign investors managing tax compliance, and business registration.

Indonesia’s Coretax System: Transforming Tax Administration in 2025

01/21/2025

Learn about Indonesia's Core Tax Administration System (Coretax), its benefits, key objectives, and how businesses can prepare for this major change in 2025.

Audit and Compliance in Malaysia: What's New for 2025

01/20/2025

The Companies Commission of Malaysia has implemented changes to the criteria for audit exemptions.

Revised Tax Incentive Schemes for Funds in Singapore

01/16/2025

Singapore updates its tax incentive schemes for funds in 2025 with new thresholds and conditions for Sections 13O, 13U, 13D, and 13OA.

01/09/2025
Indonesia’s 12% VAT Increase: What Businesses Need to Know and Prepare For

ASEAN Briefing
01/01/2025
What Multinationals Should Know About Singapore’s 15% Tax Rate

ASEAN Briefing
12/18/2024
Tax Implications for 13th Month Pay and Christmas Bonuses in the Philippines

ASEAN Briefing
12/16/2024
Thailand’s Global Income Tax Overhaul: Implications for Residents and Investors

ASEAN Briefing
12/03/2024
Auditing and Compliance in Indonesia: What’s New for 2025

ASEAN Briefing

Legal & Regulatory

Understanding Variable Capital Companies in Singapore

02/12/2025

Discover how Variable Capital Companies in Singapore provide fund managers with flexibility, tax advantages, and global recognition.

How Foreign Investors Can Establish a Restaurant in Malaysia

02/12/2025

Learn how foreign investors can open a restaurant in Malaysia, covering legal requirements, licenses, costs, hiring, and market opportunities.

Step-by-Step Guide to Company Registration in Timor Leste for Foreign Investors

02/03/2025

Company registration in East Timor involves choosing a business structure, meeting legal requirements, obtaining permits, and ensuring tax and regulatory compliance.

Philippines Sets up National Halal Office to Boost Global Trade

01/30/2025

The Philippines launches the National Halal Industry Development Office to strengthen its global Halal market presence, streamline certification, and boost exports.

Indonesia and Japan Sign Bilateral Agreement for Carbon Trading

01/15/2025

Discover how Indonesia and Japan's new carbon trading agreement fosters sustainability and global climate goals through IDXCarbon.

Trademark Registration in Cambodia: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide

12/26/2024

Learn how to register a trademark in Cambodia with our comprehensive guide. Explore legal frameworks, required documents, costs, and the entire registration process to protect your brand effectively.

12/19/2024
Navigating Data Protection Laws in ASEAN-6: A Guide for Foreign Investors

ASEAN Briefing
12/11/2024
Indonesia's Overhauled Patent Law: A Guide

ASEAN Briefing
11/21/2024
Company Deregistration in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Investors

ASEAN Briefing
10/31/2024
Malaysia’s Budget 2025: Impact for Businesses

ASEAN Briefing
10/29/2024
Navigating Indonesia's New Halal Certification Rules

ASEAN Briefing

Industries

Indonesia’s Mining Law Amendments: Boosting the Domestic Mineral Market

02/25/2025

Indonesia has updated its Mining Law to boost domestic mineral use, support SMEs, and attract green industry investments.

Investment Opportunities in Timor-Leste's Tourism Industry

02/19/2025

Timor-Leste’s tourism industry offers investment opportunities in hospitality, eco-tourism, and infrastructure.

How Foreign Investors Can Establish a Restaurant in Malaysia

02/12/2025

Learn how foreign investors can open a restaurant in Malaysia, covering legal requirements, licenses, costs, hiring, and market opportunities.

Halal Markets Unveiled: Opportunities in Southeast Asia’s Economic Powerhouses

01/28/2025

Each ASEAN country brings its strengths and strategies to the Halal industry, reflecting distinct cultural, economic, and policy-driven approaches.

Indonesia’s Commodity Exporters Face Onshore Proceeds Mandate

01/23/2025

Discover how Indonesia's new export proceeds retention policy will impact resource exporters and boost foreign exchange reserves by US$90 billion annually.