Oh-Ebashi broadens Asia services with Indonesia alliance
Oh-Ebashi LPC & Partners in Osaka will boost its Asian services through a new alliance with MAPS Law Firm, launching a Jakarta desk in July to expand offerings in Indonesia
RDS secures partner for China corporate finance practice
RDS Partnership hires Siang Ly Teo as partner to lead its corporate banking and finance team amid expansion plans
Incisive Law recruits new director in Singapore
Singapore’s Incisive Law has named Walter Alexander head of corporate to expand its international client base
ATD Mori Hamada hires Jakarta partner to kick-start disputes
Jakarta’s ATD Mori Hamada launches disputes and antitrust practices with new partner Dyah Paramita from HHP Law
Mills Oakley fortifies financial services, property bench
Mills Oakley adds Tania Sibree, Randall Gerkens as partners in Melbourne to boost financial services, property focus
A&O Shearman, Baker drive US takeover of Vietnam GenAI unit
A&O Shearman, Baker McKenzie advised Qualcomm on its acquisition of Vietnam-based AI firm MovianAI
Yoon & Yang recruits former KFTC deputy director
Yoon & Yang hires ex-KFTC deputy Chiyeol Kim to lead regulatory work, with a focus on corporate venture capital (CVC)
HopgoodGanim boosts energy, digital sectors with key hires
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EDITOR’S PICKS
Thailand law firm awards
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Trouble ahead
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Taiwan’s top 100 lawyers plus 15 legal icons
Asia Business Law Journal uncovers the premier professionals leading the way in Taiwan’s legal landscape
Philippines Law Firm Awards
Asia Business Law Journal presents our top law firms in the Philippines for 2024
Updated pro bono guide supports Singapore needy
Updated pro bono guide launched by SCCA, PBSG & DLA Piper to support Singapore’s needy
JILA celebrates annual in-house awards
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ICCA plots 2025 agenda amid membership surge
The ICCA outlines its 2025 agenda after a 40% membership surge
ACCHK strengthening compliance awareness
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Trouble ahead
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Singapore’s Top 100 lawyers plus 20 legal icons
Asia Business Law Journal reveals the leading talent in Singapore’s legal profession
Balancing K-AI
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Philippines Law Firm Awards
Asia Business Law Journal presents our top law firms in the Philippines for 2024
Korea Law Firm Awards
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The A-List: Vietnam’s top lawyers 2024
Following an extensive nomination process, Asia Business Law Journal unveils the A-List of Vietnam’s top 100 lawyers plus 10 legal icons
2024: Keep up!
A wrap-up of the year’s most significant events affecting legal in the region, and how they impacted in-house counsel, policymakers, regulators and law firms
KEY JURISDICTIONS
Turning up compliance
Top GCs explore turning compliance into a growth driver, leveraging tech for business empowerment and ushering in a new era of financial compliance
Japan outbound investment guide
Japanese corporates have been actively turning to the overseas M&A market for expanding their business and enhancing capital efficiency
India’s arbitration dilemma
How India compares to Asian neighbours with regards to court scrutiny of arbitral awards
Exploring Japan’s economic security promotion act
This legislation is aimed at protecting national interests while safeguarding against the nefarious use of Japanese technologies by foreign actors
India’s arbitration dilemma
How India compares to Asian neighbours with regards to court scrutiny of arbitral awards
Energy developments on renewables
As the world shifts towards renewable energy systems, legal frameworks are being developed to institutionalise advancements in South Korea, the Philippines and Taiwan
A regulatory update on data privacy
Comprehensive regulations targeted at personal data privacy protection are being implemented across jurisdictions in the Philippines, Taiwan and India
India’s arbitration dilemma
How India compares to Asian neighbours with regards to court scrutiny of arbitral awards
Energy developments on renewables
As the world shifts towards renewable energy systems, legal frameworks are being developed to institutionalise advancements in South Korea, the Philippines and Taiwan
A regulatory update on data privacy
Comprehensive regulations targeted at personal data privacy protection are being implemented across jurisdictions in the Philippines, Taiwan and India
Thailand law firm awards
Asia Business Law Journal acknowledges the country's legal frontrunners for 2025
Thailand’s top lawyers 2024
We reveal the nation's top 100 lawyers and, for the first time, our choice of 25 Legal Icons for Thailand's legal sector
The A-List: Vietnam’s top lawyers 2024
Asia Business Law Journal reveals the leading talent in Vietnam’s legal profession
Appetite for M&A
Despite headwinds that caused an M&A downturn in Asia, experts say things are taking a turn for the better
Japan outbound investment guide
Japanese corporates have been actively turning to the overseas M&A market for expanding their business and enhancing capital efficiency
Reverse flipping – medium rare or well done?
Are Indian-origin startups' ‘reverse flips’ a lasting trend or just a temporary shift in strategy?
Exploring Japan’s economic security promotion act
The Japan Economic Security Act of 2022 regulates critical materials and technologies
BVI: Asia’s top partner in global cross-border structuring
The BVI is Asia’s key partner, offering flexible and cost-effective solutions for global cross-border structuring
Growth and opportunities for BVI in Asia
The BVI remains key in Asia in 2025, adapting to regulations, fund growth, virtual assets & BVI BC demand
Key offshore considerations in series finance transactions
Offshore jurisdictions such as the British Virgin Islands (BVI) and Cayman Islands play a significant role in series finance transactions
Construction, infrastructure issues in Russia’s auto sector
Since 2022, Western automakers left Russia, opening doors for Chinese manufacturers with SPIC incentives
Key imminent changes to BVI company law
The BVI government has introduced key amendments to the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 through the Amendment Act 2024
Japan’s flourishing PE market
Japan's private equity market is thriving, with the Cayman Islands as a key fundraising hub
Regulations controlling Japan drone-tech
Drones over 100 grams are classified as UAVs in Japan and regulated under the Aeronautics Law
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Life sciences sector in Russia: Regulatory landscape for 2025
The life sciences sector in Russia stays stable with local production incentives and EEU regulatory unity
Digital piracy in the Philippines
The 2025 Philippine elections stress respecting IP laws, especially on copyrighted music
Navigating commitment restrictions under OI regime
Restrictions on financial commitments under the OI regime for non-compliant overseas investments.
Key issues in series financing under BVI, Cayman Islands law
The BVI and Cayman Islands offer flexible, cost-effective solutions for series financing
Life sciences sector in Russia: Regulatory landscape for 2025
The life sciences sector in Russia stays stable with local production incentives and EEU regulatory unity
BVI premier targets Asia markets, China business
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Loopholes close for Singapore’s corporate service providers
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New KCAB Int’l chair sets priorities ahead of ADR Festival
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Charting a course with AI regulation
Asia is moving to regulate generative AI to prevent misuse while leveraging its business potential
Energy developments on renewables
South Korea, the Philippines, and Taiwan are developing legal frameworks for renewable energy
A regulatory update on data privacy
Regulations for personal data privacy are being implemented in the Philippines, Taiwan, and India
A comparison of developments in healthtech
Regulation of medical technologies is boosting service delivery via new drug development in South Korea and telemedicine in Russia
A comparison of laws on anti-bribery
China and Japan are upping the ante on battling corruption with legal enforcement developments
Comparison of legal developments in private equity
India's private equity market matures & shows resilience; in China, disputes grow more frequent & volatile
Advancements in Capital Markets Law
Regulatory efforts are being made in taiwan and hong kong to encourage investment in capital markets
A comparison of developments in Franchise law
Franchising models are forcing an evolution of regulatory development in India and Taiwan
Developments in e-commerce
Latest updates for investors seeking an online retail presence in India and Russia
Charting a course with AI regulation
Asia is moving to regulate generative AI to prevent misuse while leveraging its business potential
Total control?
How are the region’s regulatory frameworks performing on effectively controlling the evolution of AI?
Regulating AI: Navigating India’s challenging regime
GenAI is revolutionizing daily life with content creation, marketing, customer service via chatbots, medical diagnostics, entertainment, and autonomous driving
Japan’s AI regulation for businesses
AI's exponential growth lacks regulatory maturity, yet each innovation propels the next swiftly
AI and the law in the Philippines
ChatGPT's global surge sparked broader debate on AI innovation and risk management among policymakers and stakeholders
Analysis of AI regulatory frameworks in South Korea
In a digital era, AI reshapes our world, revolutionizing industries and societies
Taiwan: Governing the AI genie
Rapid development in artificial intelligence is creating a worldwide legal minefield
A comparison of laws on anti-bribery
China and Japan prioritize strengthening laws and enforcement to combat bribery and corruption
Competition mission
An analysis of four Asian jurisdictions offers the latest legal information on local competition practices
Paths to Rapport
Arbitration remains a pro-business dispute resolution method, but understanding key locations is essential for success
Singapore courts adopt robust approach to validating awards
Singapore’s courts uphold the validity of awards, rejecting unmeritorious resistance
Dynamic arbitration advancements in the Philippines
The Philippine Supreme Court reinforces CIAC's jurisdiction over construction disputes
Hong Kong shining as beacon of international arbitration
Hong Kong is a vital hub for international arbitration and global dispute resolution
A regional comparison of arbitration landscapes
The competition for arbitration business is heating up with a host of national developments
Drive toward driverless
With autonomous vehicles now a reality, we look at the latest legal developments in Japan and Thailand governing safety, liability and control
Latest legal trends in Japan on automated vehicles
This article discusses the status and recent discussions regarding the legal systems related to automated vehicles in Japan
Thailand’s accelerating AV regulatory landscape
This article discusses the current state of the regulatory framework for the main enablers that make autonomous driving possible, consisting of two crucial elements
Advancements in Capital Markets Law
Discover key advancements in capital markets law in Taiwan and Hong Kong
Doing right, Doing good
Recent trends in four Asian markets demostrate need for corporate governance
Keeping watch on Data Privacy
A comparison of laws governing technology and individual rights in Thailand, Japan and the Philippines
A regulatory update on data privacy
Regulations for personal data privacy are being implemented in the Philippines, Taiwan, and India
North Asia regional guide to digital banking
As regulation and compliance evolves rapidly in the hot-button area of finance, it is imperative to keep up to date on new developments
Developments in e-commerce
A comparison of shifts in regulations governing e-commerce in India and Russia
A comparison of employment laws
Workplace harmony is a key to success. Here we compare developments in laws governing workforce management in India and Japan
Energy developments on renewables
South Korea, the Philippines, and Taiwan are developing legal frameworks for renewable energy
Energy laws update
As countries work towards transforming their power grids we focus on the efforts of two nations to regulate and navigate these changes
ESG update
As ESG compliance awareness grows in Asia, savvy enterprises stay updated on regulations
A regional comparison of ESG regulations
Growing awareness of the impact of environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards is pushing companies around the globe
A comparative guide to E-sports and gaming
Regulators in China, Japan, the Philippines, and Taiwan are adjusting policies to manage e-sports' rapid growth
New developments in fintech laws
An update of regulatory amendments and trends in mainland China, India and Taiwan
A comparison of developments in Franchise law
Franchising is shaping regulations in India and Taiwan, with India lacking specific laws and Taiwan using the Fair Trade Act
A comparison of developments in healthtech
South Korea boosts drug development; Russia tackles telemedicine and data protection
A comparison of healthtech regulatory issues in North Asia
Drug pricing and reimbursement top the agenda in South Korea, while Japan is exploring the impact of digital technology on medical information
Developments in insurance law
A comparison of updates on eligiblity criteria in Japan and subrogation in India
Joining forces
Foreign investment is welcome in joint ventures, however each jurisdiction has its own unique rules
Under the microscope
A comparison of evolving legal frameworks that are helping to shape the massive life sciences industries in China and India
Delicate balance of life sciences laws in India
India's life sciences laws regulate medicines, devices, biotech, and healthcare, ensuring quality, efficacy, safety, and consumer protection
Navigating China’s new protections for life science patents
China’s 2021 Patent Law overhauled life sciences protection with US-style patent linkage, term extension (PTE), and term adjustment (PTA)
Taking it to court
Effective litigation requires familarity with different courts and systems
A comparison of M&A laws
Asia M&A booms with government incentives and global investor interest. To compete, dealmakers must keep current on trends and regulations
Advancements in patent law
Regulatory efforts are being made in China, India and Japan to refine oversight on duration, territorial reach and enforcement
A comparison of patent provisions: India v China
What are the major developments in India and China with their evolving patent ecosystems?
Comparison of legal developments in private equity
Explore key trends and challenges in private equity disputes in China and India
Finding the right property angle
Foreign interest in Asia's real estate markets is rising, but understanding regulations is crucial to avoid pitfalls
A regional comparison of real estate markets
What developments are affecting the property sector in often volatile regional markets?
Rescue Remedies
We explore bankruptcy law systems in mainland China and India, and Hong Kong courts on winding-up arguments
Tax update
Explore key tax updates in Japan and the Philippines, including changes to VAT, global minimum tax, and digital services taxation
Keeping up with TMT
With rapid tech advances, regulators must address legal challenges in the technology, media, and telecoms sector
Making marks
Reforms and upgrades to trademark and IP regulation around the world have continued apace
Economic reforms transform India’s IP landscape
Economic reform drives IP transformation in brand creation, collaborations, tech transfers, and mergers & acquisitions
An analysis of trademark law in Indonesia
In Indonesia, the primary law on trademarks is Law No. 20 of 2016 on Marks and Geographical Indications, known as the Trademark Law
A quickstep guide to trademark law in Nigeria
Key laws regulating trademarks in Nigeria include the Trade Marks Act 1965, Trade Marks Regulations 1967, and LFN 2004 acts
How trademark law impacts Russian trade
Russian law covers all aspects of trademarks to make business convenient and enforce the business’ rights if needed
Taiwan’s patent, trademark figures show growth
In 2023, the Taiwan Intellectual Property Office (TIPO) received 72,607 patent applications
