Other Briefings
Cambodia Opens Foreign Employee Quota Application for 2023
Cambodia has opened the foreign employee quota application for businesses for 2023.
As Chinese Lockdowns Continue and Salaries Rise, Footwear Manufacture Shifts to Vietnam
Vietnam’s footwear industry is likely to benefit as manufacturers leave China in search of lower labor costs.
Malaysia Launches New Social Visit Pass
Malaysia has recently launched a new social visit pass named PLS@XPATS, which allows social visit pass holders to work in the country for up to 30 days.
Indonesia Enacts First Personal Data Protection Law: Key Compliance Requirements
The new law stipulates the types of legal basis for obtaining and processing personal data and penalties for violation.
Cambodia Introduces New Income Tax Thresholds for 2023
Cambodia has introduced new income tax thresholds for 2023 under Sub-Decree 196.
On Myanmar’s Karen and the Philippines’ MILF
The cancel culture is far too easily offended, as James Palmer of Foreign Policy Magazine has found out
Why UAE Businesses Should Establish a Principal Hub in Malaysia
Malaysia presents an attractive principal hub for UAE-based businesses that are seeking to expand in ASEAN.
Reshoring China Production to Thailand: Key Sectors That Benefit
As the second-largest economy in ASEAN behind Indonesia, Thailand presents ample investment opportunities for foreign businesses.
Can Vietnam’s VinFast be the Real Contender to Tesla’s EV Throne?
Vietnam’s VinFast is among new entrants in the EV market, and its lower-cost and tech-heavy offerings could pose a real threat to existing manufacturers.
Cambodia Increases Minimum Wage for Textile and Garment Sectors for 2023
Cambodia has increased the monthly minimum wage to US$200 from the current US$194.
