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The A-List: Japan’s top lawyers and legal icons
Asia Business Law Journal uncovers the most celebrated lawyers in Japan’s legal industry, featuring the country’s top 100 lawyers plus 30 Legal Icons
Haiwen, Linklaters aid Ping An on HKD11.7bn convertible bonds
Ping An issues HKD11.77bn convertible bonds with Haiwen & Partners, Linklaters advising on the transaction
Appleby recruits dispute resolution expert in Shanghai
Alvin Sin joins Appleby as partner in Shanghai and legal manager in Hong Kong
A&O Shearman welcomes former HSF financial regulatory head
A&O Shearman hires Hannah Cassidy to lead its financial regulatory team in Hong Kong
Record China pharma monopoly fine a deterrent, says expert
China issues record pharma fine, targeting firms and individual for monopoly violations
Lee & Ko, Kim & Chang lead on SK Group’s USD633m buy
SK Innovation acquired full ownership of SK Enmove in a USD633 million deal advised by Lee & Ko and Kim & Chang
Singapore’s GT Law adds expert to drive financial services
GT Law hires Yuh Huey Khoo to lead its financial services and private client practices
CO-PUBLISHED FEATURES
Aligning regulation with ease of doing business
India streamlines rules to boost investment and simplify business
FDI in manufacturing, Make in India: A decade in review
India attracted USD165.1 billion in FDI to manufacturing over 10 years, boosted by Make in India and related reforms
Easy redomiciling of foreign entities – a game changer
Redomiciliation to India is gaining traction as companies seek simplified structures, tax efficiency and access to Indian capital markets
Virtual electricity able to power green aspirations
CERC’s draft guidelines for VPPAs aim to boost renewable energy adoption through flexible, finance-based power procurement
MARKET PULSE
China Business Law Awards (Regional Awards) 2025 – Open for submissions
China Business Law Journal is researching the annual China Business Law Awards, recognizing top regional law firms in China
Corra Legal launches in Indonesia in response to market shift
Corra Legal has launched in Jakarta, founded by four former GHP Law Firm partners
Charles Russell adds Asean arbitration talent in Singapore
Charles Russell Speechlys hires Gavin Margetson and Henry Winter in Singapore
Firms leave KPMG-ZICO Law network two years post-merger
KPMG Law's merger with ZICO Law hit setbacks as firms in Cambodia, Indonesia & Malaysia exited in April to go solo
Shujath Bin Ali in new role as Fourth Partner Energy’s CLO
Shujath Bin Ali becomes chief legal officer at Fourth Partner Energy, a top renewable energy platform in India
Haiwen hires two capital market experts
Haiwen & Partners has strengthened its Hong Kong capital markets practice
CORRESPONDENTS
The sound of music must be reasonably priced
Delhi High Court ruled that unreasonable music licensing fees justify compulsory licensing to ensure public access to copyright works
India’s green blueprint grows challenges and opportunities
India’s ARR efforts require stronger legal frameworks to meet climate goals and manage complex carbon credit, land, and FDI challenges
Many doors to choose from when exiting investments
India's private equity exit market remains active in 2025, with IPOs and secondary sales leading the way
Maharashtra leads way in transparent property registration
Maharashtra’s new property registration amendment introduces key legal safeguards to prevent invalid or fraudulent transfers
CCI penalties now balanced, transparent and predictable
The CCI's new penalty guidelines aim to bring clarity, fairness and consistency to antitrust enforcement in India
Waste rules amendments spark legal challenge from industry
India's updated EPR rules impose price caps on certificates, sparking legal challenges from major producers
UK FTA puts India at centre stage
The India–UK FTA marks a bold shift in India’s global trade strategy beyond protectionism
The great Indian homecoming: Why startups are back
LexStart Partners explain the recent trend of Indian startups shifting their base back home
Investing in distressed debt in India
A&O Shearman explores what makes distressed debt investment a popular trend amongst foreign investors
High time for A-share companies to list in Hong Kong
A-share companies are increasingly listing H shares on the SEHK
Key legal compliance issues for cross-border e-commerce IPOs
Cross-border e-commerce IPOs face rising legal compliance challenges as global regulations tighten and scrutiny intensifies
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Manufacturing shock therapy
India’s new USD2.7 billion PLI scheme aims to boost domestic electronics manufacturing and reduce import dependency amid shifting global trade dynamics
From expertise to excellence
Skechers China legal head Richard Tian shares key principles for excelling as in-house counsel amid AI and complexity
In-house Counsel Awards 2025
In-house counsel roles keep evolving. Which standout teams and GCs have led the way over the past year?
Market revival?
As Hong Kong IPOs regain momentum, how should mainland China companies navigate this fundraising opportunity?
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Independent directors have a job to do
Independent directors face rising liability as SEBI and courts demand greater diligence and accountability
Challenges of technical investigation officers in civil litigation
Challenges faced by technical investigation officers in civil litigation and their evolving role
US tariffs possible M&A disaster or opportunity
US tariffs on Indian exports may disrupt cross-border M&As, pushing investors to revisit MAE clauses, supply chains, and exit plans
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HK simplifies listings for biotech, tech firms
Hong Kong launches new initiatives to simplify biotech and tech company listings with a dedicated channel
TT&A, Desai & Diwanji on India’s largest private credit deal
India’s largest private credit deal sees TT&A and Desai & Diwanji advise on SP Group’s INR2.86b financing
IBLJ Regional Law Firm Awards, 2025
Firms with regional presence are finally getting their time in the limelight
Firms advise State Grid on RMB4bn dim sum bonds
State Grid Corp issued RMB4bn in offshore bonds via BVI unit on HKEX, with counsel from Linklaters, KWM, CC, Conyers, C&F
Online gaming not all fun and games
Gaming platforms may soon face stricter AML compliance under PMLA provisions
Cyril Shroff leads BCI committee on foreign lawyers’ entry
BCI forms committee to look into concerns around foreign lawyers being allowed to practise in India
IN-HOUSE AGENDA
ACCHK’s Pro Bono Week champions access to justice
ACCHK supported Hong Kong Pro Bono Week 2025, advocating access to justice through events uniting legal professionals, NGOs, and students
In-house leaders tackle risk, innovation at ACC APAC Meeting
In-house counsel explored leadership, innovation and risk at the 2025 ACC Asia-Pacific Meeting in Singapore
SCCA’s First Thursday night draws strong in-house turnout
SCCA’s First Thursday event gathered in-house counsel in Singapore for networking and informal discussions over drinks
ICCA, KPK align on corporate anti-corruption agenda
ICCA and Indonesia’s KPK unite to promote anti-corruption efforts in the private sector through joint training and advocacy
CHINA LEXICON
Judicial mediation and Asian parties
Judicial mediation explored as a tool for resolving cross-border disputes involving Asian parties
Share ownership
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As AI expands globally, countries are exploring regulatory sandboxes to test its use across different sectors
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