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Former head of international arbitration quits CAM to join SAM
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Mizuho Bank in Hapag-Lloyd’s JOLCO ship container financing
Watson Farley & Williams (WFW), Nishimura & Asahi and NoordenJones assist on Hapag-Lloyd’s JOLCO financing portfolio of shipping containers
Recognition at last
Draft Advocates Amendment Bill 2026 could formalise law firms, mandate registration and admit foreign practices
Shearn Delamore & Co pair launches RWP Law in Malaysia
Rhoshvin Singh and Zen Wong, formerly lawyers at Shearn Delamore & Co, launch Rhoshvin & Wong Partnership (RWP Law), in Malaysia
Malaysia’s Adnan Sundra & Low recruits litigation partner
Malaysian law firm Adnan Sundra & Low bulks up its general civil and commercial litigation practice, adding Saresh Mahendaren as a partner
Freshfields advises on ENEOS’ acquisition of TPC Holdings
Freshfields advises Japanese petroleum and metals giant ENEOS Holdings on acquiring specialty chemicals company TPC Holdings
HSF Kramer acts on Indosat’s landmark Indonesian AI platform
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSF Kramer) guides Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison on landmark AI infrastructure platform in Indonesia
CO-PUBLISHED FEATURES
New ICC Arbitration Rules modernise dispute resolution
ICC Arbitration Rules 2026 modernise procedures, enhance efficiency, transparency, case management and expedite dispute resolution
Structuring AI data centre investment in the Philippines
Structuring foreign investment in Philippine AI data centres amid land and water nationality restrictions
India’s role in UN tax co-operation convention
UN Framework Convention, International Tax Co-operation, Developing Country Representation, Taxing Rights Allocation, Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS)
Rethinking due diligence for Indian AI deals
AI investments in India demand layered diligence across data, IP, governance, compliance and talent
MARKET PULSE
Sanjay Kumar and Mrinal Kumar launch law firm Clarvis Legal
Advocate-on-record Sanjay Kumar and advocate Mrinal Kumar launch full-service law firm Clarvis Legal
Zul Rafique brings back litigation and shipping partner
Zul Rafique & Partners welcomes back Imran Ismail as a partner to expand its litigation, and shipping and maritime practice groups
White & Case onboards M&A partner for Singapore office
White & Case grows its global M&A practice with the onboarding of Parthiv Rishi as a partner in Singapore
Norton Rose adds 21-year Baker McKenzie veteran in Sydney
Norton Rose Fulbright bolsters its corporate team in Sydney with the addition of partner Kate Jefferson
Mishcon de Reya hires Dentons international arbitration head
Mishcon de Reya shores up its international arbitration practice with the addition of Robert Rhoda as a partner in its disputes department
Cyril Shroff to spearhead GC academy with IIM Ahmedabad
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas managing partner Cyril Shroff and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) launch the Cyril Shroff – IIMA GC Leadership Academy
CORRESPONDENTS
PMLA free pass dilutes insolvency moratorium
NCLAT limits NCLT oversight as Enforcement Directorate withdraws corporate debtor funds despite IBC moratorium ruling
Zee-Nykaa copyright dispute and music licensing models in India
Zee-Nykaa copyright row highlights limits of Instagram music licences for commercial reels in India’s economy
Using international commercial arbitration cost-effectively
Practical strategies for cost-effective international arbitration through expedited procedures, streamlined evidence and virtual hearings
Nominee shareholding: Transferring shares not yet due
The recent overhaul of the capital subscription regime has brought new complexities
18A listings amid a more nuanced regulation
HKEX sharpens 18A review, prioritising verifiable product development chains
Debt restructuring centres in legal practice
Out-of-court debt restructuring centers are growing in China, linking workouts with pre-reorganisation for lenders and distressed investors.
HKEX enforcement cases highlight top-level accountability
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) has consistently emphasised the importance of listed issuers complying with its listing rules
M&A in AI: Redefining dealmaking
When AI cannot be built quickly, boards must acquire capability and rethink India’s M&A playbook
Navigating legal risks for tech startups
Fast growing tech innovators typically navigate complex funding deals, equity incentives and collaboration agreements
Navigating criminal risks in supply chain finance
Circular transactions with documents and bills but no actual goods can turn civil disputes into criminal cases
Draft ASCI guidelines for SGC in advertising
India moves towards accountable AI advertising with ASCI labelling rules and IT regulations on synthetically generated content
Key facts on China’s new State Council decrees
China decrees reshape Indian cross-border deals, compliance obligations and technology, supply chain and outbound investment risk planning
M&A: The real deal
A practical guide to deals and market trends in Asia
Governance redefined
Corporate governance is evolving beyond compliance to encompass accountability, sustainability and long-term value
Built for finance
As investment flows into infrastructure, renewables and emerging technologies, project finance continues to evolve
FEATURES
Green: Seen it or mean it?
General counsel and lawyers navigate phased-in ESG reporting
IBLJ Regional Law Firm Awards, 2026
Rewarding legal excellence in firms with their main operations outside Delhi and Mumbai
A new executive order
As law firms embrace professional management, are meddling partners driving talent away?
Choosing ideal lawyers
How can companies identify the right lawyer? A China Business Law Journal survey reveals what factors are truly driving the choices of general counsel
VIDEOS
Dissecting invalidity of financial loan agreements
A financial loan agreement is the core legal instrument governing lending between banks, licensed financial institutions and market participants
Singapore Budget 2026: AI growth, risks and governance
Singapore Budget 2026 accelerates AI adoption, highlighting legal risks and governance needs for businesses
Mutual consent centres bilateral energy projects
India-Japan JCM RoI operationalises bilateral credits with dual approvals, flexible sharing and 10-year crediting cap
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Retirement cost creep
Asia ageing strains pensions, workforces and reforms across jurisdictions as governments and employers adapt fast
A-List: Bangladesh 2026
Following an extensive nomination process, Asia Business Law Journal reveals the top lawyers in Bangladesh
The foreign law firms leading on India
Now in its 20th year, IBLJ's flagship survey identifies the international firms that stand out for their expertise and impact on India-related mandates
Taiwan Law Firm Awards 2026
Asia Business Law Journal reveals Taiwan’s top law firms
Negotiation priorities for Japanese investors in India
India-Japan M&A shifts to tech-led acquisitions, tighter risk allocation, governance planning and licensing scrutiny
Former vice minister joins Yulchon to expand global reach
Yulchon expands its cross-border talent with the appointment of former vice minister Koo Rae Cho as a senior adviser
IN-HOUSE AGENDA
JICN cross-border M&A seminar highlights risks and trends
The practical realities of executing international transactions took centre stage at a JICN seminar in Tokyo
SCCA’s student chapter debate spotlights AI copyright
Ownership of AI-generated content took centre stage in a debate at the SCCA GenA2Z, an annual initiative exploring emerging issues shaping the legal industry
JILA backs first overseas ICC conference in outreach milestone
The Japan In-House Lawyers Association (JILA) marks global outreach milestone after officially supporting the 11th ICC Asia-Pacific Conference in Singapore
ACC APAC hosts inaugural in-house counsel event in Malaysia
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Asia Pacific marks first event in Malaysia, with networking and professional exchange
CHINA LEXICON
State-funded companies and corporate governance
This column has previously discussed China’s state-owned enterprises (SOEs), see China Business Law Journal, volume 8, issue 4: SOEs
Cryptocurrencies and property
The column discusses the position in common law jurisdictions, including Australia and the UK, and then provides a brief outline of the legal position in the Chinese mainland
Butterflies and legal changes
This column discusses another famous Chinese legend and its implications for social justice and the law
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