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DFDL Legal and Tax Leading international law firm specializing in developing markets and featured in the world's leading legal directories

DFDL was established in 1994 and founded on a unique vision: create an integrated legal and tax advisory firm, with in-depth knowledge of the developing Southeast Asia region. Our team has the knowledge and expertise to guide clients through the rules and challenges of rapidly changing legal and tax environments. We offer clear, commercially relevant, and innovative advice based on extensive busine

ss experience and expert local knowledge. Our expertise and coverage include:
- 10 countries & 12 offices: Bangladesh, Cambodia*, Lao PDR, Indonesia*, Myanmar, Malaysia*, Philippines*, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam (*collaborating firms).
- 5 desks: China, EU, India and the US.
- 14 Practices and Sectors: Anti-Trust and Competition, Aviation and Logistics, Banking and Finance, Compliance and Investigations, Corporate Advisory, Corporate and M&A, Dispute Resolution, Employment, Energy Natural Resources and Infrastructure, Investment Funds, Real Estate and Hospitality, Restructuring, Technology, Media and Telecoms, and Tax and Transfer Pricing.

💡 On 30 June 2026, the State Bank of Vietnam issued Circular No. 32/2026/TT-NHNN, the new rulebook governing how credit ...
12/08/2026

💡 On 30 June 2026, the State Bank of Vietnam issued Circular No. 32/2026/TT-NHNN, the new rulebook governing how credit institutions and foreign bank branches lend to customers investing abroad. Circular 32 takes effect on 18 August 2026 and replaces Circular No. 36/2018/TT-NHNN, which had governed this space since 2019.

📖 To read the full alert, click here: https://www.dfdl.com/insights/legal-and-tax-updates/vietnam-outbound-investment-lending-rules/

🚀 Final Reminder: Don't Miss Tomorrow's Launch!Still haven't registered? There's still time to secure your spot for the ...
12/08/2026

🚀 Final Reminder: Don't Miss Tomorrow's Launch!

Still haven't registered? There's still time to secure your spot for the official launch of the APS Cambodia Industrial & Logistics Whitebook 2026 happening tomorrow morning!

Gain exclusive market intelligence, explore emerging investment trends, and understand the legal and tax considerations shaping the future of Cambodia's industrial and logistics landscape.

📅 Date: Thursday, 13 August 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (GMT+7)
💻 Platform: Zoom Webinar
📲 Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__oNY7m_lSMqwnxu4Hyew6w

🎙 Moderator:
+ Kinkesa Kim – Managing Director, APS Cambodia
🗣 Panelists:
+ Kimsea Chea – Associate Director, Research & Consulting Services, APS Cambodia
+ Vajiravann Chamnan – Tax Partner, DFDL Cambodia
+ Davy Kong – Partner, DFDL Cambodia

🎁 Exclusive Early Access Registered attendees will receive early access to download the Whitebook before it is released to the public.

📢 Myanmar's tax landscape is shifting fast in 2026 — and getting ahead of it matters.That's exactly what we covered alon...
07/08/2026

📢 Myanmar's tax landscape is shifting fast in 2026 — and getting ahead of it matters.

That's exactly what we covered alongside CCI France Myanmar in a live webinar on 6 August, where our tax experts, 𝐃𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐣𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐬 (Tax Partner) and 𝐀𝐲𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐞 (Tax Adviser), walked attendees through:

➤ Key updates under the Union Taxation Law 2026 and recent tax developments
➤ Foreign exchange gains & losses — tax treatment and reporting
➤ Tax considerations for business restructuring in Myanmar

Thank you to everyone who joined us, and to CCI France Myanmar for partnering on this session — the turnout and questions reflected just how active this space is right now.

Have a follow-up question on any of these topics? Reach out to our Myanmar tax team: https://www.dfdl.com/locations/myanmar/

We're delighted to join our real estate collaborating partner APS Cambodia in launching the Industrial & Logistics White...
07/08/2026

We're delighted to join our real estate collaborating partner APS Cambodia in launching the Industrial & Logistics Whitebook 2026 — a comprehensive look at Cambodia's industrial and logistics market, covering investment opportunities, industry challenges, and the evolving legal and tax regulatory landscape, with contributions from our Partners, Davy Kong and Vajiravann Chamnan.

The official launch takes place via webinar on 13 August 2026, 9:00–10:00 AM (GMT+7), and registered attendees get exclusive early access to the full report before public release. Worth registering for if you're tracking this sector.

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/4naufva9

🚀 LAUNCHING: INDUSTRIAL & LOGISTICS WHITEBOOK 2026

Navigating Growth, Investment & Regulation

Be among the first to witness the official launch of the APS Cambodia Industrial & Logistics Whitebook 2026—your comprehensive guide to Cambodia’s industrial and logistics market.

Join our exclusive webinar as we unveil the latest market insights, emerging investment opportunities, industry challenges, and the legal and regulatory landscape shaping the future of the sector.

📅 Date: Thursday, 13 August 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (GMT+7)
💻 Platform: Zoom Webinar

Theme:
Cambodia’s Industrial Market: Opportunities, Challenges & Legal Considerations for Investors

📖 Exclusive Early Access
Registered attendees will receive exclusive access to download the Industrial & Logistics Whitebook 2026 toward the end of the webinar—before it is released to the public.

The Whitebook will be published across all APS Cambodia & DFDL Legal and Tax platforms one week after the webinar, making this your opportunity to gain early access to the latest market intelligence.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__oNY7m_lSMqwnxu4Hyew6w

🚀 LAUNCHING: INDUSTRIAL & LOGISTICS WHITEBOOK 2026Navigating Growth, Investment & RegulationBe among the first to witnes...
07/08/2026

🚀 LAUNCHING: INDUSTRIAL & LOGISTICS WHITEBOOK 2026

Navigating Growth, Investment & Regulation

Be among the first to witness the official launch of the APS Cambodia Industrial & Logistics Whitebook 2026—your comprehensive guide to Cambodia’s industrial and logistics market.

Join our exclusive webinar as we unveil the latest market insights, emerging investment opportunities, industry challenges, and the legal and regulatory landscape shaping the future of the sector.

📅 Date: Thursday, 13 August 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (GMT+7)
💻 Platform: Zoom Webinar

Theme:
Cambodia’s Industrial Market: Opportunities, Challenges & Legal Considerations for Investors

📖 Exclusive Early Access
Registered attendees will receive exclusive access to download the Industrial & Logistics Whitebook 2026 toward the end of the webinar—before it is released to the public.

The Whitebook will be published across all APS Cambodia & DFDL Legal and Tax platforms one week after the webinar, making this your opportunity to gain early access to the latest market intelligence.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__oNY7m_lSMqwnxu4Hyew6w

📖 DFDL's 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 for August 2026 is now available! 💡 It includes all the latest ASEAN legal and tax developme...
06/08/2026

📖 DFDL's 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 for August 2026 is now available!

💡 It includes all the latest ASEAN legal and tax developments, publications, and newly released articles.

🔎 Read all the latest insights from across Southeast Asia: https://mailchi.mp/dfdl/monthly-alert-august2026

Are you keeping up with Myanmar's evolving tax landscape?DFDL Myanmar's tax experts — Tax Partner Diberjohn Balinas and ...
04/08/2026

Are you keeping up with Myanmar's evolving tax landscape?

DFDL Myanmar's tax experts — Tax Partner Diberjohn Balinas and Tax Adviser Aye Chan Moe — are joining FMCCI for an exclusive members' webinar covering:

→ Key updates under the Union Taxation Law 2026
→ Tax treatment of foreign exchange gains and losses
→ Tax implications of business restructuring, reorganization, and investment transactions

Practical, current, and directly relevant to businesses operating in Myanmar. The session closes with a live Q&A.

📌 For FMCCI members only. Secure your spot before registration closes.

📩 Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/ykd5j74n

“Myanmar Tax Developments: Key Tax Updates, Foreign Exchange Tax Treatment, and Tax Implications of Business Restructuring”

Are you keeping up with the latest tax updates in Myanmar?

As Myanmar's tax and regulatory landscape continues to evolve, staying informed is essential for businesses to remain compliant, manage risks, and make informed strategic decisions.

Join FMCCI members exclusive insightful webinar on Myanmar Tax Developments: Key Tax Updates, Foreign Exchange Tax Treatment, and Tax Implications of Business Restructuring, presented by tax experts from DFDL Myanmar.

Featuring Mr. Diberjohn Balinas, Tax Partner, and Ms. Aye Chan Moe, Tax Adviser, the session is designed to provide practical insights into the latest developments under the Union Taxation Law 2026, the tax treatment of foreign exchange gains and losses, and the key tax considerations for businesses involved in restructuring, reorganization, or investment transactions.

Participants will also gain expert perspectives on current tax practices and trends and could ask relevant questions about the webinar during Q&A session.

🗓 Date: Thursday, 6 August 2026
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
⏳ Duration: 1.5 Hours
💻 Venue: Zoom (Virtual)

Participants will gain insights into:
• Key tax updates under the Union Taxation Law 2026
• Tax treatment of foreign exchange gains and losses
• Tax implications of business restructuring and reorganization
• Tax considerations for mergers, acquisitions, and investment transactions
• Practical tax compliance considerations for businesses operating in Myanmar
• Recent developments and emerging tax issues affecting local and foreign businesses
• Expert guidance through a live Q&A session

This webinar is particularly suitable for:
• Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
• CEOs, CFOs, and Finance Directors
• Finance and Accounting Professionals
• Tax Managers and Tax Practitioners
• Legal and Compliance Professionals
• Corporate Secretaries
• Investors and Foreign Companies operating in Myanmar
• Anyone responsible for tax, finance, or business restructuring decisions

📩 Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/ykd5j74n
📞 For further assistance:

FMCCI Office: 09 425 450 546| [email protected]



မြန်မာနိုင်ငံ၏ အခွန်ဆိုင်ရာ ပြောင်းလဲမှုများကို အချိန်နှင့်တစ်ပြေးညီ သိရှိထားပါသလား။

မြန်မာနိုင်ငံ၏ အခွန်နှင့် စည်းမျဉ်းစည်းကမ်းများသည် ပြောင်းလဲလျက်ရှိသောကြောင့် စီးပွားရေးလုပ်ငန်းများအနေဖြင့် ဥပဒေနှင့်အညီ လိုက်နာဆောင်ရွက်နိုင်ရန်၊ အခွန်ဆိုင်ရာ စည်းကမ်း သတ်မှတ်ချက်များကို ထိရောက်စွာ စီမံခန့်ခွဲ နိုင်ရန်နှင့် သင့်တင့်မျှတသော လုပ်ငန်း ဆုံးဖြတ်ချက်များကို မဟာဗျူဟာကျကျ ချမှတ်နိုင်ရန် နောက်ဆုံး ဖြစ်ပေါ်နေသော အခြေအနေများနှင့် အချက်အလက်များကို အချိန်နှင့်တစ်ပြေးညီ သိရှိထားခြင်းက အရေးလှပါတယ်။

CCI France Myanmar မှ ကြီးမှုး ကျင်းပသည့် "Myanmar Tax Developments: Key Tax Updates, Foreign Exchange Tax Treatment, and Tax Implications of Business Restructuring" webinar တွင် DFDL Myanmar မှ အခွန်ဆိုင်ရာ ကျွမ်းကျင်ပညာရှင်များက ဦးဆောင်တင်ဆက်မည် ဖြစ်ပါသောကြောင့် ကြိုတင်စာရင်းပေး တက်ရောက် နိုင်ကြပါရန် ဖိတ်မံတကာ ပြုအပ်ပါတယ်။

Mr. Diberjohn Balinas (Tax Partner) နှင့် Ms. Aye Chan Moe (Tax Adviser) တို့က အင်္ဂလိပ် ဘာသာဖြင့် မျှ‌ဝေပေးမည့် ယခု Webinar တွင် Union Taxation Law 2026 အရ နောက်ဆုံး ထွက်ရှိထားသော အခွန်ဆိုင်ရာ ပြုပြင် ပြောင်းလဲမှုများ၊ နိုင်ငံခြား ငွေလဲလှယ်မှုမှ ဖြစ်ပေါ်လာသော အမြတ်နှင့် အရှုံးများအပေါ် အခွန်သက်ရောက်ပုံ (Tax Treatment) နှင့် လုပ်ငန်းမွမ်းမံတည်ဆောက်ခြင်း (Business Restructuring)၊ ပြန်လည်ဖွဲ့စည်းခြင်း (Reorganization) သို့မဟုတ် ရင်းနှီးမြှုပ်နှံမှုဆိုင်ရာ လုပ်ငန်းဆောင်ရွက်မှုများတွင် ထည့်သွင်းစဉ်းစားရမည့် အရေးကြီးသော အခွန်ဆိုင်ရာအချက်များကို လက်တွေ့ အသုံးချနိုင်မည့် ရှုထောင့်အသီးသီးမှ ဆွေးနွေးပေးသွားမှာ ဖြစ်ပါတယ်။

ထို့အပြင် အခွန်ကဏ္ဍ၌ လက်ရှိ အသုံးချနေသည့် ပုံစံများနှင့် ပတ်သက်၍ အတွေ့အကြုံရှိ ကျွမ်းကျင် ပညာရှင်များ၏ အမြင်များကိုလည်း သိရှိနိုင်ပြီး မိမိတို့၏ လုပ်ငန်းနယ်ပယ် အသီးသီး၌ ကြုံတွေ့နေရသော အခွန်ဆိုင်ရာ သိရှိလိုသည့် မေးခွန်း များကိုလည်း တိုက်ရိုက် မေးမြန်း ဆွေးနွေးနိုင်မည့် အခွင့်အရေး တစ်ရပ်လည်း ပါဝင်မည် ဖြစ်ကြောင်း သတင်းကောင်း ပါးအပ်ပါတယ်။

💡 On 4 July 2026, the Government issued Decree No. 272/2026/ND-CP, which fleshes out Articles 4, 10, 11, 12 and 15 of Na...
04/08/2026

💡 On 4 July 2026, the Government issued Decree No. 272/2026/ND-CP, which fleshes out Articles 4, 10, 11, 12 and 15 of National Assembly Resolution No. 253/2025/QH15 dated 11 December 2025 on national energy development mechanisms for 2026-2030. It took effect the same day it was issued and will remain in force until 31 December 2030.

📖 To read the full alert, click here: https://www.dfdl.com/insights/legal-and-tax-updates/vietnam-offshore-wind-framework/

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