Will China pave the Silk Road in gold?
January 6, 2017
China’s One Belt, One Road initiative is arguably the most globally far-reaching and impactful economic strategy since the US Marshall Aid Programme implemented after World War II. …
Raymond Goh
January 6, 2017
With experience at top-tier law firms and a global investment bank, Raymond Goh has a rounded legal background that has helped him to guide Anbang Insurance Group on its strategic and principal investments around the world.
Tetra Pak case clarifies ‘justifiable reasons’ in tying
January 6, 2017
After a five-year investigation, the State Administration for Industry and Commerce (“SAIC”) has recently imposed an administrative penalty on the affiliates of Tetra Pak Group (“Tetra Pak”) for its abuse of …
Canada: New Authorities under Vanessa’s Law
January 5, 2017
On June 18, 2016, the Federal Department of Health published a Notice of Intent to amend the Food and Drug Regulations and the Medical Devices Regulations to implement key authorities under Vanessa’s Law…
Canada: Consultation on New Health Regs for Self-Care Products
January 5, 2017
Health Canada is seeking consultation on new standards for self-care products, over-the-counter drugs, natural health products and cosmetics …
India’s bid to become a hub for international commercial arbitration
January 5, 2017
As one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, India is a party to many international commercial arbitrations and the government is making efforts …
Reformulation of coal prices for mine-mouth power plants
January 5, 2017
The Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (MoEMR) has amended a number of key provisions that regulate the price for coal used in mine-mouth power plants. …
Price fixing in the context of the Philippine Competition Act
January 5, 2017
In light of the enactment of the Philippine Competition Act (PCA) in 2015, competitors, manufacturers, retailers and sellers or suppliers, in general, should be …
Comparing liquidated damages and punitive penalties in Korea
January 5, 2017
Parties to contracts in Korea generally use two types of damages/penalty clauses to prevent breaches of contract: liquidated damages and punitive penalties. …
Pharmacy activities
January 5, 2017
More than 10 years since its implementation, Vietnam has revised and supplemented the regulatory framework for the pharmaceutical industry to reflect the realities of practice …
Tread carefully in post-sanctions Myanmar
January 4, 2017
On October 7, 2016, the US ended its Myanmar sanctions programme. As a result, interest in investing in Myanmar is back on the rise, and with it the search for local partners….
Partners vote through Eversheds Sutherland merger
January 4, 2017
Eversheds has merged with US law firm Sutherland Asbill & Brennan after partners at both practices voted through the combination…
10th Annual Representing Corporate Asia & Middle East Survey, including Firms of the Year, 2016
December 28, 2016
ASIAN-MENA COUNSEL is pleased to present the results of its 10th annual Representing Corporate Asia and Middle East Survey of members of our In-House Community of corporate legal and compliance counsel, and buyers of legal services along the New Silk Road. Read here:
Vietnam Update
December 20, 2016
Vietnam has passed new regulations governing forex agents, tax, food safety and other aspects which affect conducting business in the country.
Guidelines Promulgated to Facilitate Implementation of the Foreign NGO Law in China
December 20, 2016
The Ministry of Public Security issued guidelines for the registration of representative office of foreign NGOs.
India introduces new bankruptcy code
December 7, 2016
India’s new insolvency and bankruptcy code came into force last week, raising hopes that failing companies will be recognised and wound up much quicker in the future…