Protocol to Amend the Canada-UK Tax Treaty
June 10, 2015
The Canada-United Kingdom Tax Convention was amended with the signing of a protocol on July 21, 2014. This article will describe some highlights of the Protocol and comment on the impact of these provisions on cross-border tax issues between Canada and the UK.
Trademark Use: an Important Shift in Canada
June 10, 2015
Bill C-31, which was given royal assent on June 19, 2014, will eliminate the requirement that a trademark be used in order to be registered in Canada.
Intellectual Property Protection – Industrial Designs
June 10, 2015
Many companies will consider the availability of and merits of seeking patent and/or trade-mark registration. However, one form of IP protection that is often overlooked is an industrial design registration.
An executive LLM programme designed with general counsel in mind
June 10, 2015
Andrea Longaretti, Associate Director of Admissions at IE Law School, informs the In-House Community of a new programme specifically designed to address the needs of today’s international in-house lawyers.
Draft Law Outlines Dos and Don’ts of Foreign NGOs for the First Time
June 9, 2015
The second draft of the Law on Administration of Foreign Nongovernmental Organizations was published recently. The Draft Law defines foreign NGOs which refer to non-profitable and nongovernmental social organizations established overseas.
Local Authority Curbed in Indonesian Mining Sector
June 9, 2015
The Indonesian Government appears to be getting serious about stripping local authorities of the power to issue mining licenses.
South Africa: Transfer pricing legislation to be amended again
June 9, 2015
The draft Taxation Laws Amendment Bill, released on 17 July 2014, proposes certain changes to the transfer pricing secondary adjustment mechanism. The proposed changes took effect on 1 January 2015.
India – Projects, energy and infrastructure update
June 9, 2015
Including: Long-term infrastructure bonds;Smart cities mission and urban rejuvenation scheme; Railways to e-auction re-development of stations; New hybrid annuity model of PPP for the road sector; Shell set for global acquisition of BG; and IFC signs master co-operation agreement with Indian renewable agency
Foreign Banks Allowed to Operate in Myanmar
June 9, 2015
After more than 50 years of banning, the Central Bank of Myanmar has issued the first final licenses allowing four foreign banks to operate in Myanmar.
Tanzanian Energy Developments
June 9, 2015
Summary of the latest industry developments, as well as the country’s political developments, with a special focus on the Ministry of Energy and Minerals (MEM)
Tanzanian Draft National Energy Policy of 2015
June 9, 2015
Highlights on the ongoing and upcoming industry developments with focus on the transition of the energy sector since the introduction of the Big Results Now! campaign
Mineral Rights Available in Tanzania
June 9, 2015
Overview of the mineral rights available in Tanzania, with specific focus on the various categories of mineral rights
The Legal Framework of the Aviation Sector in Tanzania
June 9, 2015
As attention turns to Tanzania’s trade and energy opportunities, the spotlight has fallen upon the nation’s infrastructure. This update focuses on the capabilities and issues of the Tanzanian aviation sector.
New practice dedicated to Australian startups
June 8, 2015
Allens has officially launched its Allens Accelerate practice, devoted to assisting startups and emerging companies …
Vietnam: Client Alert for March 2015
June 8, 2015
This issue discusses the new decree governing notary offices in Vietnam and the new Ministry of Finance circular detailing the payment forms for enterprises in the country. Moreover, it gives some tips on legal networking in Southeast Asia.
New beginnings after India’s largest law firm divides
June 3, 2015
Saturday May 9th 2015, was the last working day of Amarchand & Mangaldas & Suresh A Shroff & Co…