Implementation of the data privacy act in Philippines now in full swing
November 11, 2016
Since 2012, the Philippines has had a comprehensive law governing personal data privacy. However, full implementation …
The Enforcement Decree of the Act on Fair Agency Transactions
November 11, 2016
On July 26, 2016, the Korean Fair Trade Commission (FTC) made a pre-announcement of proposed legislation known as the …
Transfer of a registered domain name in Vietnam
November 11, 2016
Pursuant to Article 49 of the Law on Telecommunications No. 41/2009/QH12, holders of a registered national …
Hogan Lovells forms Shanghai free-trade zone partnership
November 2, 2016
Hogan Lovells has entered into a formal association with Fujian Fidelity Law Firm in Shanghai’s free-trade zone (FTZ)….
Beware of the Allure of an Automatic Termination Clause in South Africa
November 2, 2016
Despite the automatic termination clause, employers must ensure that the employees’ dismissal is substantively and procedurally fair.
Doing Business in Iran: The Momentum Builds
November 2, 2016
The momentum for doing business in Iran is expected to increase at an even greater pace after the November US elections.
Environmental Authorisations and Licences now publicly accessible in South Africa
November 2, 2016
Holders of environmental permits and licenses may find their activities and compliance subject to greater public scrutiny.
Change in threshold for registration as a credit provider in South Africa
November 2, 2016
All credit providers will now have to register under the National Credit Act, irrespective of the amount owed to them.
Accelerated Capital Allowance for Renewable Energy Projects in South Africa
November 2, 2016
An amendment proposes to widen the scope of allowable capital allowances for supporting infrastructure used in producing renewable energy.
Certainly Uncertain: Construction Trusts after Iona in Canada
November 2, 2016
A recent decision clarifies the law regarding provincial statutory trusts in the insolvency context, particularly in the construction sector.
The Fight against Climate Change and the Overhaul of Canada’s Environment Quality Act
November 2, 2016
A bill allows government to require a “climate test” from a project proponent.
Anti-Trust & Competition Special Report
October 14, 2016
Keeping Hong Kong competitive Rose Webb, chief executive officer of the Competition Commission of Hong Kong, talks about the city’s new Competition Ordinance. Recent examples of consent decrees in Korea and their implications The system, introduced in 2011, is expected to be used more actively in the future as companies have begun to view it as a viable way to resolve free-trade cases, write Chang-Ho Kum, Kenneth T Kim and Jin Woo Hwang of Yoon & Yang. Levelling the playing field in the Philippines Until last year, the Philippines was the only founding member of Asean that did not have a comprehensive competition law in place. Francisco Ed Lim, Patricia-Ann T Prodigalidad, Eric R Recalde of ACCRALAW review the Philippine Competition Act. India: The ‘single economic entity’ defence Although India’s competition law framework is in its early stages, the Competition Commission has reviewed several cases where the ‘single economic entity’ defence has been raised. Ritika Ganju and Ankur Verma of Phoenix Legal analyse the precedent.
India: The ‘single economic entity’ defence
October 14, 2016
Although India’s competition law framework is in its early stages, the Competition Commission has reviewed several cases where the ‘single economic entity’ defence has been raised. Ritika Ganju and Ankur Verma of Phoenix Legal analyse the precedent.
Levelling the playing field in the Philippines
October 14, 2016
Before the enactment of the Philippine Competition Act in 2015, the Philippines was the only founding member of Asean that did not have a comprehensive competition law in place. Francisco Ed Lim, Patricia-Ann T Prodigalidad, Eric R Recalde of ACCRALAW review the new regime.
Recent examples of consent decrees in Korea and their implications
October 14, 2016
Despite an animated exchange of opinions regarding consent decrees since their introduction in Korea in 2011, expect the system to be used more actively in the future as companies have begun to view it as a viable way to resolve free-trade cases, write Chang-Ho Kum, Kenneth T Kim and Jin Woo Hwang of Yoon & Yang.
Keeping Hong Kong competitive
October 14, 2016
Rose Webb, chief executive officer of the Competition Commission of Hong Kong, talks about the city’s new Competition Ordinance.
Extraterritorial jurisdiction of anti-monopoly law from concentration of undertakings perspective
October 12, 2016
The Ministry of Commerce of China (Mofcom) announced its decision to investigate Comcast’s acquisition of ….
Radical changes in FDI policy towards single-brand retail and e-commerce sectors
October 12, 2016
The Government of India in the recent past has taken a slew of far-reaching measures to ease foreign investment in …
Taxability of service fees received by non-resident foreign companies from online advertising in the Philippines
October 12, 2016
The use of the internet for the promotion of goods and services, particularly social media (Facebook, Twitter and …
Amendment of the Arbitration Act
October 12, 2016
The amended Arbitration Act was announced on May 29, 2016. It is the first time in 17 years that the Arbitration Act has ….
New regulation on conditions for securities investment and business on the Vietnamese securities market
October 12, 2016
On July 1, 2016, the Vietnamese Government issued Decree No. 86/2016/ND-CP regulating the conditions …
Creativity and investigative experience in asset profiling lead to successful judgments
October 12, 2016
For many people, “asset tracing” serves as a catch-all description for trying to collect on a debt or legal judgment. However, we have found “asset profiling” …
Skadden has hired Chiann Bao, secretary-general of the Hong Kong International Arbitration …
18th annual Hong Kong In-House Congress draws biggest audience yet
October 6, 2016
The In-House Community’s 18th annual Hong Kong In-House Congress event attracted more than 400 delegates to the JW Marriott …
India: Projects, energy and natural resources
October 5, 2016
Inc’: Vishakhapatnam Refinery Modernization Project approved; Government approves incorporation of Sagarmala Development Company; New policy framework for long-term coal supply linkage released; and Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approves setting up of a 1980MW thermal power plant in UP …
India: Corporate and commercial update
October 5, 2016
Including: The Constitution (One Hundred And First Amendment) Act; The Foreign Direct Investment Policy; and The Companies (Share Capital and Debentures) Fourth Amendment Rules …
India: Disputes
October 5, 2016
Whether two Indian parties can choose a foreign seat of arbitration? An unsolved mystery …
India: Brands – Role & liability of celebrity endorsers
October 5, 2016
The marketing and advertising industry has grown as an organised industry using innovative ideas, which are designed to engage the aspirations of the viewers and form a bond with the public.
India: Brands – Role & liability of celebrity endorsers
October 5, 2016
The marketing and advertising industry has grown as an organised industry using innovative ideas, which are designed to engage the aspirations of the viewers and form a bond with the public.
India: IP update
October 5, 2016
Including: The jurisdiction challenge for IP owners; and Protection of TPMs …
Squire Patton Boggs hires Haig Oghigian to head Japan arbitration
September 28, 2016
Squire Patton Boggs has hired Haig Oghigian to lead its international arbitration practice in Tokyo…
