Other Briefings
Foreign Exchange Volatility in ASEAN: Assessing Exposure & Managing Risk
Understanding that foreign exchange volatility is likely to be a long term risk associated with ASEAN based production, the following article overviews the issues surrounding foreign exchange within the region and highlights market entry strategies that can be utilized to reduce operational exposure.
Remitting Profits in ASEAN – Part 2: Thailand and Indonesia
In part two of our series on ASEAN remittances we discuss current regulations and restrictions on capital outflows in Indonesia and Thailand. Read more for in depth analysis on these countries’ respective withholding rates, foreign exchange controls, and other remittance requirements.
ASEAN Market Watch: Slipping Industrial Confidence in Thailand, Philippine Air Expansion, and the Looming Threat of Malaysian Debt
Thailand: Industrial Confidence Dips First Time in Five Months Thai industrial confidence has dipped for the first time in five months. Drawing on data accumulated in January of 2016, Suphan Mongkolsuthee, Chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), indicated that the Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TOSO) dropped from 87.5 in December 2015 to 86.3 as of […]
Remitting Profits in ASEAN – Part 1: Singapore and Malaysia
In part one of a three part series on the state of remittances in ASEAN, we explore regulations relevant to the remittance process and explore their application in two of ASEAN’s most developed economies – Singapore and Malaysia.
ASEAN Regulatory Brief: Liberalized Philippine Aviation, Thai Visa Policy, and Hotel License Bans in Malaysia
In this week’s ASEAN Regulatory Brief we discuss emerging opportunities in Philippine aviation, discuss the implications of increased Thai enforcement of visa policy, and highlight limitations on hotel construction projects within Malaysia.
In Depth: The Singapore – Thai DTA
Singapore, long known for its exemplary investment climate and lucrative trading arrangements, continues to improve upon its competitiveness with the implementation of an updated Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) with Thailand. Here, we examine how companies can qualify for lowered withholding rates on their dividends, royalties, and interest payments.
ASEAN Market Watch: Cambodian Corruption, Telecoms Bidding in Myanmar, and Increasing Philippine Trade Deficits
In this edition of ASEAN Market Watch we highlight cambodian corruption, discuss Telecoms bidding in Myanmar, and evaluate the impact of growing trade deficits in the Philippines
The Guide to Corporate Establishment in the Philippines
Annual growth in the Philippines has been projected to exceed six percent in 2016, making the nation one of ASEAN’s most attractive destinations for investment. With this in mind, ASEAN Briefing outlines procedures required for successful establishment within the archipelago.
ASEAN Market Watch: Eastern Investment in Thai Solar, ASEAN’s Open Sky Policy, and Opportunities in Myanmar’s Tourism Industry
In this edition of ASEAN Market Watch we take a look at Yingli Solar’s plans for investment in Thailand, explore the impacts of ASEAN’s Open Sky Policy in Indonesia, and highlight opportunities for investment in Myanmar’s tourism sector.
The Guide to Corporate Establishment in Singapore
Renowned for its highly skilled workforce and competitive business environment, Singapore presents valuable entry point to ASEAN for those looking for a foothold in South East Asia. The following article outlines initial steps required to set up Representative Offices and Private Limited Companies (Pte Ltd) within the city state.
