Webinar on Withholding Taxes on International Transactions in Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand

Withholding tax continues to be one of the most significant areas of tax risk and financial exposure in cross-border transactions across Southeast Asia. For multinational groups operating in Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand, differing domestic rules, treaty provisions, and interpretations apply. Enforcement practices can materially affect transaction costs, cash flow, and compliance outcomes.  To help businesses better manage these challenges and navigate withholding tax obligations with confidence, Luther is pleased to invite you to our upcoming regional webinar: 

“Withholding Taxes on International Transactions in Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand"

This webinar will provide jurisdiction-specific insights and a comparative regional perspective, equipping participants with practical guidance on managing withholding risks in cross-border dealings. Our tax and legal practitioners from our Luther offices in Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand will discuss:

• The scope of withholding tax on cross-border payments, including interest, royalties, and service fees
• Applicable withholding tax rates and key domestic law exemptions
• Application of double tax treaties, including common treaty relief challenges
• Frequent compliance pitfalls, audit trends, and areas of heightened tax authority focus
• Recent developments and practical structuring considerations to mitigate withholding tax exposure

Event information: 

• Date: Wednesday, 25 March 2026

Time: 

• 5:00 – 6:00 PM (Singapore & Malaysia, UTC+8)
• 4:00 – 5:00 PM (Thailand, UTC+7)
• 10:00 – 11:00 AM (Austria, Germany & Switzerland, CET, UTC+1)

Platform: Online via Microsoft Teams - link will be provided upon successful registration.

Language: English

Fee: Complimentary (advance registration required)

Who should attend: Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), Heads of Finance, Heads of Accounting, Heads of Tax, and senior professionals responsible for managing cross-border tax, compliance, and financial risks.

Further details about the event can be found in the attached file: t3://file?uid=37682