IN-HOUSE AGENDA
HSBC, Cuscaden Peak legal chiefs win SCCA awards 2022
The Singapore Corporate Counsel Association (SCCA) hosted its sixth Chief Legal Officer (CLO) Awards reception at the Sinfonia Ristorante on 10 November, recognising CLOs who have made outstanding contributions to their respective companies, businesses, or organisations
FICL hosts panel with Singapore’s Second Minister for Law Edwin Tong
The Federation of Indian Corporate Lawyers (FICL) hosted roundtable discussions with Edwin Tong, Singapore’s Second Minister for Law, on 28 November, during his first official visit outside the country
ICCA co-hosts webinar on new data protection law
The Indonesian Corporate Counsel Association (ICCA) has co-organised a webinar with HHP Law Firm (member of Baker McKenzie) and ICC Indonesia
India’s FICL, Singapore’s SIAC in arbitration collaboration
The FICL signed a MoU with the SIAC on 26 November to promote international arbitration as a preferred method for resolving global disputes
SCCA webinar explores legal operations and tech trends
More than 100 people attended a Singapore Corporate Counsel Association (SCCA) webinar on how legal departments can navigate the increasing exposure to risks and complex global matters on a stretched budget
Former Ukrainian press secretary shares stories at ACC’s 2022 Annual Meeting
The Las Vegas conference on 23-26 October marked the first time in nearly three years since the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) hosted its in-person annual meeting, attracting more than 2,700 attendees from around the world.
ACC Australia’s podcast success leads to premier of season 3
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Australia has begun the third season of its successful podcast called “In-house Insiders”, which shares the most interesting stories of in-house legal professionals
ACC report finds increasing role for CLOs in cybersecurity
Company chief legal officer’s (CLO) roles and responsibilities are expanding with growth seen in cybersecurity strategy and oversight, says a report released by the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Foundation.
GCAI calls for due recognition of in-house counsel at India event
Key stakeholders from law, policy and business called for recognition of general counsels’ (GCs) value and rights at an event on 4 October at the India International Centre in New Delhi
FEATURES
Vietnam’s top 100 lawyers
Asia Business Law Journal presents the A-List of the 100 best practising lawyers in Vietnam
The hit list
Slow turnaround time and overpricing are the biggest turn-offs for in-house counsel in the region when dealing with their law firm counterparts, according to our survey
High five
From creating a manga version of patent examination guidelines to easing applications without a patent attorney, the heads of five major IP offices share their strategies to spur innovation while fostering collaboration
Arbitration aspirations
As Hong Kong reopens its borders, Mariel Dimsey, secretary-general of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre, explains her plans to enhance the city’s reputation as a leading dispute resolution hub
Taking the plunge
Disruption brought by global uncertainty has pervaded the dynamics of the legal workforce, with lawyers across Asia rethinking a career outside the same old fish bowl
Thailand’s top 100 lawyers 2022
The A-List is based on extensive research conducted and nominations received from in-house counsel based in Thailand and elsewhere, as well as Thailand-focused partners at international law firms
Damage controls
After months of clamping down and chaos, South Korea is taking a hard look at how to create a safe space for cryptocurrency to flourish while safeguarding investors
Korea’s top 100 lawyers 2022
Asia Business Law Journal reveals the top 100 lawyers practising in South Korea
EXPERT BRIEFINGS
Bollywood buzzing over NFTs
Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are all the rage among Indian celebrities, but scepticism remains due to the legal ambiguity of the blockchain ecosystem
Taiwan’s solar-powered fishery project
Fishery solar plant projects could benefit farmers and investors, but complexities from this new initiative could drain the pond
Cayman Islands BOR back in spotlight
Cayman companies are required to maintain beneficial ownership information in line with international standards to combat money laundering, tax evasion and terrorist financing
Anti-bribery laws, industry codes in Japan’s healthcare sector
In this article, they explain from first-hand experience major legal and compliance risks for healthcare companies operating in Japan
Settling cross-border commercial disputes in Singapore
Connectivity, an efficient legal system and a plethora of choice are making Singapore increasingly popular for resolving international disputes
Tests for apparent bias in international arbitration
When doubt arises over an arbitrator’s impartiality, case law provides options to assess the appearance of bias, but some ambiguity may remain
Jersey an attractive option for Asia’s crypto fund managers
Tax benefits have been known to draw digital asset managers in Singapore to structure their funds in Jersey and the latest developments offer even greater advantages
Incentivisation of green technologies in India
The global climate pledge has fuelled the country’s ambition to adopt environmentally friendly technology, and everyone is invited to join
Overview of entry strategies for India market
India has become a favoured destination, not only for foreign investment but also for doing business, and enduring foreign exchange management laws freely permit investment in almost all sectors
REGIONAL COMPARISONS
An update of NFT law developments
The past year saw crypto art break through to the mainstream, and many lawsuits involving non-fungible tokens making headlines. How are the region’s regulators responding?
A comparison of tax laws
Policymakers in the region are working to strike a balance between promoting economic development and raising revenue. Companies need to take a bird’s-eye view of the implications for their businesses
A comparison of cybersecurity regulations
As the world grapples with rampant cyberattacks, policymakers in the region have toughened their data security measures and business compliance is crucial
A comparison of patent regimes
As innovation advances modern enterprises, Asian countries are competing to offer businesses maximum patent protection to secure their intelligence capital
A comparison of data protection laws
Despite the varied and complex socioeconomic and political landscapes, many Asian jurisdictions are taking giant strides in strengthening personal data safeguards
A comparison of M&A regulatory updates
Global M&A activity has climbed sharply since last year, creating opportunities in emerging markets like India and the Philippines, which have relaxed and liberalised their investment policies
