Weekly Newsletter 2025 Vol.93
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💰 Hong Kong | Hong Kong and Jordan Finalize Tax Deal
On September 4 in Beijing, Hong Kong’s Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr. Christopher Hui, signed a comprehensive avoidance of double taxation agreement (CDTA) with the Government of Jordan, represented by Ambassador Hussam Al Husseini. The agreement, Hong Kong’s 53rd CDTA, demonstrates the city’s commitment to strengthening ties with Belt and Road countries and enhancing financial, economic, and trade cooperation. It allocates taxing rights between Hong Kong and Jordan, allows Hong Kong residents to claim tax credits for Jordanian taxes, and caps withholding tax rates on dividends, interest, and royalties at 5%. The CDTA will take effect after ratification procedures are completed by both sides.
📈 Singapore | Singapore’s Growth Forecast Raised to 2.4% on Strong Manufacturing and Exports Performance
Private-sector economists have raised Singapore’s 2025 growth forecast to 2.4% from 1.7%, citing stronger-than-expected Q2 GDP growth of 4.4% driven by robust manufacturing, exports, and construction. The latest MAS survey shows upgrades in manufacturing (0.8% from -0.3%), wholesale and retail trade (2.9% from 2.2%), and construction (4.7% from 3.3%), though accommodation and food services were downgraded to 0.5% from 1.5%. Inflation is expected to remain low (headline 0.9%, core 0.7%) with steady unemployment at 2.2%. Economists note risks from geopolitical tensions and potential tariffs but remain optimistic about AI-driven demand and electronics growth, with speculation that MAS may ease policy in October 2025.
💵 Taiwan | Taiwan to Exempt Low-Income Earners from Tax in 2026
Starting May 2026, Taiwan will exempt individuals earning NTD 620,000 (about USD 20,000) or less annually from income tax, shifting more of the tax burden to higher earners. President Lai Ching-te announced on September 21, 2025, that families with two young children earning up to NTD 1.64 million or households supporting two elderly parents with income near NTD 2.12 million will also qualify under amendments to the Income Tax Act passed in August. The policy is expected to benefit 40–50% of households, while the top 1% of taxpayers will continue contributing nearly half of total income tax revenues.
📨 Vietnam | Warehousing Projects Attract Ongoing Foreign Capital
Vietnam’s warehousing and logistics sector, particularly in the southern region, is witnessing a surge in foreign direct investment (FDI) from major global players such as Kuehne+Nagel, LEGO, Mitsubishi Estate, Lotte, Mapletree, and SLP, alongside interest from Warburg Pincus, A.P. Moller Maersk, and DP World. Driven by its strategic location near Long Thanh International Airport and Cai Mep–Thi Vai deep-water port, competitive land and construction costs, improving infrastructure, and supportive government policies, Vietnam is rapidly becoming a key hub in global supply chain restructuring, attracting large-scale projects in distribution, cold chain logistics, and free trade centers.
📌 Malaysia | Mandatory EPF Contributions for Non-Citizens
Effective October 2025, Malaysia’s Employees Provident Fund (EPF) scheme will extend to all non-Malaysian employees, requiring both employers and eligible foreign workers to contribute at a minimum rate of 2% each, unless otherwise specified. Employers must register affected staff, ensure timely payroll deductions, and update systems and HR processes to reflect the new requirements.
📂 Dubai | UAE’s FTA Urges Timely Filing of Corporate Tax Returns
The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has reminded businesses to file their corporate tax returns and pay any due tax within nine months of the end of their financial year to avoid penalties. All taxable entities, including exempt businesses required to register and submit declarations, must comply. Late filing incurs fines starting at AED 500 per month for the first 12 months and AED 1,000 per month thereafter, with additional penalties for inaccurate or incomplete information. Returns can be filed directly, through registered tax agents, or via the EmaraTax platform, which offers 24/7 access for registration, filing, and payment.
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