Regulatory Authorities to regulate Relevant Activities in accordance with Economic Substance Regulations announced
November 6, 2019
Businesses licensed in the UAE should fast track an assessment to determine if they are subject to the regulations.
What every in-house counsel must know about handling data breaches
November 6, 2019
Mishandling data breaches is now on the list of “career killers” for lawyers.
Development of collaborative economy in Vietnam
November 6, 2019
New regulation promises a clear and effective regulatory environment for collaborative economy investors.
Positive changes of IPR protection in China under the trade war
November 6, 2019
A recent case highlights the measures China has taken to protect intellectual property rights.
Bringing eDiscovery In-House? Four Tips to Get You Started
October 31, 2019
With an increase in litigation and in costs for document review, more and more companies are considering bringing parts, if not all, of the eDiscovery process in house …
Disrupting the law
October 31, 2019
Technology has been changing the world of work since the dawn of the industrial revolution, but it is only in the past decade or so that technological innovations have truly started to disrupt the way that legal services are delivered …
NewLaw takes-off in Southeast Asia
October 31, 2019
Rob Shakespeare of KorumLegal discusses the market for flexible and innovative legal solutions in one of the world’s fastest-growing regions …
The five stages of the board management maturity model
October 31, 2019
The tools boards use to communicate should be simple to use, meet their needs (and no more) and be secure …
Hong Kong studies arbitration success fees
October 30, 2019
Two Herbert Smith Freehills partners will co-chair a study on the introduction of outcome-related fees.
Pioneering New Law in Asia
October 30, 2019
Kirsty Dougan, managing director of Vario Asia, lays out her vision for the company in Asia and how she has seen the legal industry change …
The blockchain effect on investment funds
October 30, 2019
Blockchain was originally considered to be the innovative technology that only supported cryptocurrencies like bitcoin and ethereum …
Use of public property as payment in Vietnamese build-transfer projects
October 30, 2019
Under this new and favourable regulation, projects will attract more investor interest from across the region.
Amended Patent Act to increase value of Korean IP
October 30, 2019
The Act has recently been amended primarily to introduce punitive damages and relieve patentees of some responsibility to prove acts of infringement.
Compulsory investment of branch offices in the Philippines
October 30, 2019
The Revised Corporation Code introduced amendments to the otherwise outdated Corporation Code.
Sun, wind and water stir up Africa’s energy mix
October 30, 2019
Obstacles to faster development of green energy abound everywhere, but the trend is clear and the momentum unstoppable.
Impact of permit and reporting system on location information business in South Korea
October 23, 2019
Korea’s permit system is unlike legislation found in other countries, such as the EU or US.
Gill Meller
October 23, 2019
The legal and European business director for MTR Corporation talks about the challenges of providing legal advice in a constantly changing environment.
Three things about tackling Singapore’s Payment Services Act 2019
October 23, 2019
The PSA was passed at the start of this year and will come into full effect at the end of this year.
Personal information protection enforcement in China
October 23, 2019
The Cybersecurity Law of the People’s Republic of China has been promulgated as a basic law for the cyber security and the cyberspace management.
Asian-mena Counsel: Legal Innovation and Technology – Oct 2019 (Interactive Version)
October 17, 2019
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UAE Ministry of Finance issues guidance on Economic Substance Regulations
October 16, 2019
Thirteen topics covered in the guidance that may be of interest to businesses affected by the regulations.
The New Normal: An interview with LOD’s head of innovation and design
October 9, 2019
We speak with Anthony Wright about the development of lexvoco, joining forces with LOD and the future of legal in Asia.
Don’t suffer FOMO* for Southeast Asia LegalTech!
October 9, 2019
Avoid the ‘fear of missing out’ by embracing the incredible opportunities technology offers.
Law 6 of 2019: On the ownership of common property in the Emirate of Dubai
October 2, 2019
The New Law is an important development for Dubai as most real estate is held by way of property owned in common.
Encouraging startups and SMEs in Vietnam
October 2, 2019
As well as changes at the Ministry of Industry and Trade and new measures relating to industrial parks and economic zones.
Accessing new markets in APAC – Essential questions you must ask!
October 2, 2019
New market opportunities in this region are immense, but there are challenges.
New list of state-owned enterprises to be equitised by the end of 2020
September 25, 2019
The new list includes several major SOEs, such as Agribank, Vinacomin and VNPT.
The private equity, venture capital and start-up ecosystem in the UAE: Recent developments
September 25, 2019
The changes will result in the establishment of new funds and attract more entrepreneurs and investors to the UAE.
Doing business and ease of doing business in India
September 25, 2019
VIDEO BRIEFING: The government has taken numerous steps to give an impetus to foreign investment, but a lot remains to be done.
Joko Widodo re-elected: How will it affect doing business in Indonesia?
September 18, 2019
In his election campaign, Jokowi declared nine missions …
Africa: Guinea emerging from the shadows
September 18, 2019
Recent reports from three respected international organisations sketch a relatively upbeat picture of economic prospects in the west African state of Guinea …
Keeping track of sanctions
September 18, 2019
Governments around the world are increasingly using economic sanctions and embargoes as a foreign policy tool …
