COVID-19: What’s your plan?
With the spread of novel coronavirus, businesses are taking unprecedented measures in order to stay operational and to protect their employeesDollars in the details?
China’s new Foreign Investment Law and its implementation regulations lay out a blueprint full of promise for international companies. But the lack of detail may present problemsJuggling act
The evolution of India’s personal data protection bill is influenced by the need to protect the interests of businesses, the government and the individual, writes Yukti SharmaA case of intervention?
Has a recent Malaysian federal court decision watered down the non-interventionist policy enshrined within its arbitration regime?Caymans: Investing through exempted limited partnership
This article examines the extent of the rights of limited partners to the information in the investment vehicles in which they often entrust their money with another person for a long period of timeCaymans: Key trends in Asian fund finance
In this series, top law firms from the region explore emerging trends and provide insights into the regulatory framework in the islandsJump start
One-and-a-half years into the Mahathir administration, Malaysian law firms are highlighting major legislative developments, pitfalls and trends that need immediate attention to electrify the nation’s business environmentRegaining momentum: Outlook for Indian M&A in UK, Europe
While geopolitical events are slowing deal activity, the country remains an attractive and growing economy with strong long-term prospectsIn the hot seat
Milton Cheng was recently elected Baker McKenzie’s new global chair. His four-year tenure began in October, and here he talks to Asia Business Law Journal about his thoughts and strategies for the firmTaiwan’s top 100 lawyers
Asia Business Law Journal reveals Taiwan's top 100 lawyers in 2019The Philippines Law Firm Awards
Asia Business Law Journal presents the best law firm in the Philippines for 2019 and four winners each in 22 practice areasA regional comparison of energy regulations
As the region gears up to meet ambitious economic goals, supplying energy needs is putting strains on resources, the environment and regulatory mechanismsThe A-List 2019: China’s elite lawyers
CBLJ presents a list of top private practice lawyers for China-related businessThe era of in-house counsel
Legal academic Professor Eunice Kim heralds a new era for in-house counselTrading trove
A foreign trade war, a collection of new trade alliances and a raft of pending legislation have placed Vietnam in a fortunate position for a major windfall. Can it capitalize?Thailand’s top 100 lawyers 2019
Thailand remains attractive to international investors for its openness to trade. The country has been a regional hub for many sectors. Asia Business Law Journal reveals Thailand’s top 100 lawyers in 2019Getting the deal done: Outlook for Thailand M&A
The Southeast Asian nation expects multibillion-dollar infrastructure projects to drive M&A, but care is needed with foreign ownership restrictionsImpact of Vietnam’s new Competition Law on mergers
This article aims to explore the new law’s impact on “economic concentration” activity, which includes mergers, acquisitions, consolidations and joint venturesGuernsey, Jersey toolkit for UK and Europe
The mature and stable regimes of the Channel Island states can be efficient hubs to manage capital flows across the worldIndonesian Law Firm Awards 2019
Indonesia saw an uptick in M&A in the first half of this year, growing 88% year-on-year with a total deal value of US$17.1 billion. Asia Business Law Journal names the top firms in Indonesia for 2019Most Popular
Indonesia Law Firm Awards 2020
Asia Business Law Journal presents the best law firm in Indonesia for 2020 and four winners each in 22 practice areas
CORRESPONDENTS
IBC resolution within regulated sectors in the public interest
Various laws still contain gaps and ambiguities, and reconciliation with the provisions of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 becomes a challenging task. It is essential to create synergies among specific regulatory laws with the provisions and the process envisaged under the code
Suspension of employment during the pandemic
The honourable secretary of the Department of Labour and Employment has signed DO No. 215-20, which means that an employee may be placed on a floating status, or temporarily laid off, for the said period without losing his or her employment
India eases working requirements of patents
The Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2020 have great significance as they provide huge relief to stakeholders, with many glitches being removed and creases ironed out, thereby easing the requirements to a great extent
IN-HOUSE AGENDA
SCCA announces winners of the 4th Singapore CLO Awards
The Singapore Corporate Counsel Association (SCCA) has announced the winners of its 4th Singapore Chief Legal Officer Awards on 23 December via a “virtual gala” and interviews with all the top nominees and an overflowing virtual room of 250 audiences
JILA and KICA join forces
The Japan In-house Lawyers Association (JILA) and the Korea In-house Counsel Association (KICA) have launched a new co-operation to bolster research and knowledge sharing between the two organisations
ACC Singapore closes 2020 with magic, music
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Singapore ended the year with a sprinkle of magic and music at its virtual annual Festive Party
FEATURES
Finding middle ground
Singapore Mediation Centre’s executive director, Ban Jiun Ean, discusses the art of mediation, the impact of the Singapore Convention on Mediation, emerging trends in the sector and the possibilities for online dispute resolution
PRACTITIONERS' PERSPECTIVES
Structuring and financing Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Bangladesh
The Bangladesh economy continues to grow at an impressive scale, with a GDP growth rate of 8.1%, surpassing that of its neighbouring countries and making it one of Asia’s most remarkable success stories
Receiverships in the BVI
Shining a light on the courts of British Virgin Islands’ approach to granting the appointment of receivers, and the state of the law in respect of this powerful interim remedy.