Brother there's no need to change the oil filter earlier. Change it with the oil. In GCC countries like UAE and Qatar, the standard oil change interval has been set at 10K Kms by the government. All manufacturers use either Semi-snthetic or Fully Synthetic oils.
Mitsubishi for example, uses Total 7000 which is a semi-synthetic engine oil and their recommended oil change interval is 10K Kms. Keep in mind that the engine usage is extremely tough here in GCC with ambient temperatures of 60C and stop and go traffic. It's surprising for me, but it's true.