Other Briefings
Myanmar Opens New Stock Exchange – Beginning of New Economic Era?
Myanmar’s new stock exchange – the Yangon Stock Exchange (YSX) – opened with big expectations. However, despite the grand opening and the US $24 million investment, the bourse will not be operational until February of 2016, or later.
The Guide to Corporate Establishment in Thailand Part One – Private Limited Companies
Understanding corporate entities in Thailand is essential – in order to make effective investment decisions investors must understand the strengths and weaknesses of Thai Private Limited Companies and Representative Offices.
ASEAN Regulatory Brief: Philippines’ New Tax Treaties, FDI Changes for Myanmar, and Ride Hailing Apps in Indonesia
In this edition of ASEAN Regulatory Brief, ASEAN Briefing takes a closer look at new tax treaties negotiated by the Philippines, changes to Myanmar’s foreign investment laws, and ride hailing services in Indonesia.
Investments in ASEAN’s Tea Industry – Cup Half Full
With its warm climate, arable conditions, and growing consumer base, the ASEAN region is an important contributor to global tea production and trade.
ASEAN Market Watch: Philippines – EU Trade Agreement, Thai Infrastructure Projects, and Cybercrime
This edition of ASEAN Market watch looks at the Philippines – EU free trade agreement, a new Thai rail project, and increased cybercrime in ASEAN.
Biogas Rising: The Biogas Industry in Indochina
Biogas is becoming an increasingly popular option for generating clean, renewable energy and promoting rural development in Cambodia and Vietnam.
The Guide to Employment Permits in Thailand for Foreign Workers
For expatriate workers and their employers in Thailand understanding the process to obtain a work permit is vital. Indeed, failure to do so would indicate illegal employment in the Kingdom in most cases.
ASEAN Regulatory Brief: Brunei’s New Finance Rules, Eased Export Restrictions for Myanmar, and a Fight Against Graft in Indonesia
In this edition of ASEAN Regulatory Brief, ASEAN Briefing takes a closer look at Brunei’s new finance regulations, the US’s eased export restrictions for Myanmar, and a fight against corruption in Indonesia.
Trademark Law across ASEAN – Part One
This two part series will take a closer look at four leading ASEAN economies; this article will offer investors a better understanding of the dynamics of trademark laws across the region in Indonesia and Malaysia.
Nationality and Residence Requirements for Directors across ASEAN – Part Two
Directors are a crucial part of every company. Appointed by the shareholders, they are charged with running the company and deciding its day-to-day affairs, thus some countries impose nationality restrictions on them.
