Novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) Webcast: International trade and the employment concerns
March 2, 2020
A recorded version of this timely webinar, with answers to some of the questions raised during the live presentation, touching on quarantine, force majeure and more.
The Novel Coronavirus: Anatomy of key employment issues in Mainland China, Hong Kong and The Middle East
February 27, 2020
Information for employers in Mainland China, Hong Kong and the Middle East.
Virtual arbitration comes of age as CoVid19 spreads
February 26, 2020
Interest in virtual proceedings is on the rise as the coronavirus outbreak spreads to more countries.
Privy Council confirms that fair value in Cayman merger appraisal is different from fair value in Delaware appraisals
February 26, 2020
Fair value is to be determined by the Cayman Courts based on the overall scheme of the Companies Law.
Indonesian government simplifies outsourcing requirements
February 26, 2020
But users and providers still need to be aware of their restrictive and far-reaching breadth and scope.
The Novel Coronavirus – Insurance Considerations
February 20, 2020
The Novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) is likely to represent a significant exposure for the insurance market ..
Community-based power projects in Thailand
February 19, 2020
A feed-in tariff scheme for power generated by community-based projects has been approved.
Regulation on integrated mortgage services through electronic systems
February 19, 2020
The service aims to improve disclosure, punctuality, simplicity and affordability.
The legal operating model – five key insights
February 19, 2020
Examining the combination of roles, skills, structures, processes, assets and technologies that allow an organisation to deliver on its strategy.
Five questions you need answered BEFORE moving in-house
February 18, 2020
The fundamental question in determining how your in-house life will go is how your department is viewed by management …
Interim relief prior to starting arbitrations under the Federal Arbitration Law
February 12, 2020
A note on recent experiences in obtaining interim orders from the Dubai Courts.
New Indonesian franchise regulation relaxes certain requirements
February 12, 2020
The new regulation aims to simplify the registration process and facilitate investment.
Three “must have” legal solutions to reduce costs and increase value
February 12, 2020
External forces are requiring business leaders to consider political, social and environmental impacts.
In search of visionary firms
February 5, 2020
We are currently canvassing submissions for the coveted In-House Community Visionary Client Services Awards 2020.
The New DIFC Leasing Law
February 5, 2020
The New Law is a welcome development which may stimulate the property market in the DIFC.
New amendment to Indonesia’s KPK Law
February 5, 2020
The main purpose of the amendments is to change the corruption eradication paradigm from prosecution measure to prevention measure.
India’s buy-out boom
February 4, 2020
Aakash Choubey of Khaitan & Co discusses the development of private equity players in India …
Opening the money taps into Africa
February 4, 2020
Akinwumi Adesina is not a name most people in Africa would recognise, yet it belongs to a man who is, arguably, doing the most to haul the continent out of a rut of underdevelopment and improve the lives of its people …
Aircraft finance and leasing in Indonesia
February 4, 2020
The Indonesian aviation sector has grown rapidly over the past few years. Due to this, airlines and lessors have been capitalising on the general availability of diverse sources of funding …
Philippines: Changing times for PEZA locators
February 4, 2020
The Philippines enticed into investors into its special economic zones with tax incentives, such as income tax holidays (ITH) or 5 percent gross income taxation (GIT), VAT zero-rated purchases and duty-free importations …
The controversy over “different franchise fees” in Korea
February 4, 2020
In Korea, many franchisors require their franchisees to purchase franchise products from the franchisors. They do this to ensure a level of uniformity in the franchise business, enabling franchise customers to receive the same types and quality of goods from each franchise store …
Vietnam: New Labour Code taking effect on January 1, 2021
February 4, 2020
The participation in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) poses numerous requirements on the reform of laws, including labour laws …
What are the recent developments in offshore trusts?
February 4, 2020
Offshore trusts are used for a variety of different purposes relating to both private wealth and commercial transactions. They depend largely upon the existence of professional trustees able and willing to take on the business of being a trustee …
Self-Collection Risks
February 4, 2020
When digital evidence is required at the start of a matter, it’s easy to get swept up in the moment and start rushing to gather the evidence but this is a key time to step back, take a moment and reflect on the ultimate aim …
DIFC Workplace Savings Scheme (with effect from 1 February 2020)
January 23, 2020
The Amendment introduces a new mandatory workplace savings scheme, which replaces the current end-of- service gratuity regime.
Reminder – Requirement in the OSS System for companies to adjust their Business Classification Code
January 15, 2020
This joint notice requires limited liability companies to adjust their purpose and objectives.
Slightly more clarity: Economic Substance Regulations in the DIFC
January 8, 2020
The new guidance is helpful for businesses in the DIFC, but significant questions still remain.
Requirement to use the Indonesian language is regulated further
January 8, 2020
Indonesia has finally issued an implementing regulation of the Language Law.
Notable changes introduced by the amended Labour Code 2019
January 8, 2020
The legislation includes changes to holidays, retirement age, labour contracts, trade unions and overtime.
Adding value – A consultant’s perspective
January 8, 2020
Adapting to the client’s changing needs is at the core of the role.