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Trade secrecy laws in Taiwan

By Tsung-Yuan Shen and Connie Guo, Lee and Li Taipei
Trade secret protection under TSA and IPCAA: Secrecy, value, confidentiality measures and Supreme Court guidance

Changes for chips

By Jaclyn Tsai, Jaime Cheng and Teresa Huang, Lee Tsai & Partners
Taiwan blends semiconductor innovation and regulation to stay ahead

Philippine job termination: Avoid illegal dismissal liability

By Rashel Ann Pomoy, Paolo Miguel Consignado and Edgardo Paras III, V&A Law

Taiwan’s cross-border semiconductor controls: Export, security and investment regulations

By Tsung-Yuan Shen, Rachel Chen and Effie Peng, Lee and Li

Korea outbound investment guide 2025

Korean investors looking further afield will find risk and reward in key destinations. Our experts bring you up to speed and well prepared for the outward journey

Taiwan’s project finance shift

By Sarah Wu and Odin Hsu, Lee and Li

Wealth and family office laws in Taiwan

By Victor Chang and Annie Liao, LCS & Partners

M&A in Indonesia: Risks, Rewards and Roadmaps

By Eva Djauhari, Bondan Nugroho And Wilson Fu, DeHeng ARKO Law Office
With Indonesia emerging as a prime destination for foreign investment, M&A offers a strategic gateway, although not without legal complexities

Lay of the land for Japanese investment in India

By Vineetha MG, Ayush Mohan and Pratik Patnaik, Samvad: Partners

Stablecoin legislation in Hong Kong

By Rodney Teoh, Stevenson Wong & Co

Natural disaster insurance in India: Gaps and legal framework

By Shailaja Lall, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co

Key considerations for lending under BVI law

By Peter Vas, Spencer West

Doing business in Thailand

Insights for companies expanding their business into Thailand

Healthcare and life science regulation in Japan

By Mika Okada, Kosuke Hasegawa, and Yudai Oka, City-Yuwa Partners
Japan is easing restrictions on medical data under two key laws

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?

By Azmul Haque, Collyer Law LLC
Is the recent trend of Indian-origin startups performing a ‘reverse flip’ a permanent fixture on the menu?

Exploring Japan’s economic security promotion act

By Takashi Suzuki and Yuko Toyoda, City-Yuwa Partners
This legislation is aimed at protecting national interests while safeguarding against the nefarious use of Japanese technologies by foreign actors

Construction, infrastructure issues in Russia’s auto sector

By Georgy Daneliya and Dmitry Bogdanov, Seamless Legal

Key imminent changes to BVI company law

By Peter Vas, Spencer West

Japan’s flourishing PE market

By Sharon Yap, Maples Group

Regulations controlling Japan drone-tech

By Toshiki Doi and Yui Mimura, Chuo Sogo LPC

Wealth management developments in China

By Hengka (Henry) Ji and Xin (Amber) Guan, Zhong Lun Law Firm
Stricter tax measures are prompting asset protection in China

Medical devices regulation in China

By Huang Lu, JunHe

Re-domiciliation in the British Virgin Islands

By Peter Vas, Spencer West

War of words: combatting trade infringement

By Peter Jiang and Xiaobo Bao, C&M Law Office

Strategies for business structuring in Russia

By Georgy Daneliya, Elena Andrianova, and Ivan Zaraiskiy, SEAMLESS Legal

Vietnam: protecting intellectual property rights

By Nguyen Anh Tuan and Nguyen Ngoc Ly, Bizconsult Law Firm

Anti-bribery rules in Thailand: A simple guide

By Sakchai Limsiripothong, Pralakorn Siwawej and Korakod Jittimaporn, Weerawong, Chinnavat & Partners Ltd

IP protection and dispute management in Russia

By Vladimir Biriulin and Sergey Medvedev, Gorodissky & Partners

Investment prospects for Japanese enterprises in India: Part 2

By Gaurav Dani, Saurav Kumar and Swathi Sreenath, IndusLaw in New Delhi

Investment in Indonesia: Unlocking opportunities

By Denny Rahmansyah and Velicia Khoswan, SSEK Law Firm

Charting course for indirect tax laws in India

By Shivam Mehta and Tanya Garg, Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan

Cayman toolkit for foreign arbitration

By Jeremy Lightfoot, Kimberley Leng, and Yi Yang, Carey Olsen in Hong Kong
Recent developments have reinforced the Cayman islands’ pro-arbitration reputation

Direction corrections on Singapore tax

By Eugene Lim, Christine Schwarzl and Mei Yeo, WTS Taxise in Singapore
The island nation is ringing in tax changes to keep it competitive, pay for an energy transition, and align with new international standards

Japan anti-bribery enforcement trends

By Kengo Nishigaki, Nobuhiro Matsuo, and Patrick Forman, GI&T Law Office

Philippine e-commerce protections

By Editha R Hechanova, Timothy J David and Allan V. Badillo, Hechanova & Co Inc

The shifting sands of India’s indirect taxes

By Rajat Bose, Ankita Bhasin and Ankit Sachdeva, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co

A comparison of Jersey foundations and trusts

By Rachel Yao, Carey Olsen

IP protection in Hong Kong, with infringement case example

By Grace H W Chu, Jasmine C K Wong and Venus W S Man, Fairbairn Catley Low & Kong

Taiwan investment strategies for Korean companies

By Jacqueline Fu and Lin Yoting, K&L Gates

AI inspires awe, but needs to instil confidence

By Ban Jiun Ean, Maxwell Chambers

Cayman law’s attraction to Asian investors

By Ann Ng, Sharon Yap and Nick Harrold, Maples Group

ADR in the United Arab Emirates: proactive dispute management

By Guillaume Hess, Jonathan Sutcliffe and Henry Kim, K&L Gates

Taiwan’s intellectual property protection and litigation

By Patrick Marros Chu and Winona Chen, Lee and Li

Investment activities in Singapore: a legal perspective

By Christopher Tan, Henry Kim and Edward Bennett, K&L Gates Straits Law

Disputes in Taiwan: an overview for Korean firms

By Patrick Marros Chu and Matt Lai, Lee and Li

LEP strengthens long-term ties with Malaysia

By Constance Low, Loo Sim Yi and Goh Chai Ling, Adnan Sundra & Low

Investment strategies in Nigeria

By Ayotunde Owoigbe and Ibiyemi Ajiboye, Banwo & Ighodalo

Fast track to accelerate Thailand TM applications

By Titirat Wattanachewanopakorn and Ratinuch Kawnachaimongkol, ILCT

IP protection in the Philippines

By Rogelio Nicandro and Nicole Beatriz Yap Veloso, Romulo Mabanta Buenaventura Sayoc & De los Angeles

Japan’s IP High Court finds domestic patent covered US server

By Aki Ryuka and Yichen Liu, RYUKA & PARTNERS

IPR protection in Indonesia for South Korean companies

By Emirsyah Dinar, AFFA Intellectual Property Rights

Navigating commercial litigation in Indonesia

By Nien Rafles Siregar and Bobby Rahman Manalu, Siregar Setiawan Manalu Partnership

Navigating commercial disputes in India

By Sumeet Kachwaha and Ankit Khushu, Kachwaha & Partners

Strategies for South Korean investment in India

By Suneeth Katarki, Rashi Saraf and Swathi Sreenath, IndusLaw

Driving ESG compliance in the Philippines

By Charity Aurellano and Raphael Pangalangan, Ocampo & Suralvo

Privy Council clarifies proper purpose rule to Bermuda trustee’s powers

By Helen Wang and Ryan Chong, Carey Olsen in Singapore

Legal overview for Japanese investment in Thailand

By Mallika Esposito Seu Margherita and Palawi Bunnag, ILCT in Bangkok

Advice for Japanese companies investing in Taiwan

By Albert Kao, Chen Wen-Chih and Hung Pang-Heng, Formosa Transnational

Trends and features of Japan foreign investment

By Masako Takahata, Japan In-house Lawyers Association

Managing and resolving disputes in Taiwan

By Albert Kao, Chen Wen-Chih and Hung Pang-Heng, Formosa Transnational

BEPS action and anti-avoidance tax regime in Indonesia

By Freddy Karyadi and Anastasia Irawati

Universal healthcare law opens financing opportunities in Philippines

By Charmaine Rose Haw-Lim, Dan Kevin Mandocdoc, and Ann Danzel Albana, Gulapa Law

Challenges navigating Taiwan’s emerging insurtech sector

By Eddie Hsiung and Maggie Chang, Lee and Li

Litigate or arbitrate: The continuing debate

By James Noble, Kate Lan and Yan Chng, Carey Olsen in Singapore

Regulating decentralised finance in Taiwan

By Steven Hsu, Ashley Chao, and Kimi Chang, HSU & Associates

Bollywood buzzing over NFTs

By Pravin Anand, Dhruv Anand and Udita Patro, Anand and Anand

Taiwan’s solar-powered fishery project

By Billy MC Chen and Lillian Chen, K&L Gates

Cayman Islands BOR back in spotlight

By Anthony McKenzie, Rebecca Lee, Cheow Eng How, and Toh Wei Xun, Carey Olsen

Anti-bribery laws, industry codes in Japan’s healthcare sector

By Kengo Nishigaki, Andrew Trost Griffin, and Yuji Yamamoto, GI&T Law Office in Tokyo

Settling cross-border commercial disputes in Singapore

By Una Khng, Helmsman in Singapore

Tests for apparent bias in international arbitration

By R Govin and Ang Yong Tong, Gurbani & Co
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

By Chris Griffin and Tom Katsaros, Carey Olsen
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

By Manisha Singh and Pradeep Kumar Kamal, LexOrbis
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

By Ravi Singhania, Dipak Rao, and Gunjan Gupta, Singhania & Partners

Debt restructuring in the BVI and Cayman Islands

By Han Wenhao, Harneys
Financial turmoil from the pandemic pushes global companies to restructure their debt cross-border, where advanced regimes in offshore jurisdictions provide viable options

Recent developments in Hong Kong’s arbitration landscapes

By Ng Jern-Fei QC, Danny Tang, and John CK Chan, Temple Chambers

Bermuda perspectives on global tax initiatives

By Ashley Fife, Carey Olsen

Pressing need for regulating cryptocurrencies

By Abhishek Malhotra and Bagmisikha Puhan, TMT Law Practice

Metaverse opens quagmire of Indian IP issues

By Manisha Singh, Dheeraj Kapoor, and Simrat Kaur, LexOrbis

Taxation era for Indonesia’s digital financial world

By Freddy Karyadi and Anastasia Irawati

Japan outbound investment back on track

By Masako Takahata, Japan In-house Lawyers Association (JILA)

Legal updates for Japanese investors in the Philippines

By Nilo Divina, Ciselie Marie Gamo-Sisayan, and Shiela Esquivel, DivinaLaw

Duties of a company’s ‘responsible person’ in Taiwan

By Lee Li-pu, Chen Chiu-Hua, and Pan Yi-Chun, Formosan Brothers

Investment strategies in Vietnam for foreign businesses

By Anh Dang, Vietnam International Law Firm (VILAF)

Practice and developments for investing in Taiwan

By Alex Jih-Ching Yeh and Mark J Harty, LCS & Partners

IP protection in India for Japanese businesses

By Joginder Singh and Rajeev Kumar, LexOrbis

Strategies for foreign companies investing in Bangladesh

By ABM Nasirud Doulah and Amina Khatoon, Doulah & Doulah in Dhaka

Guide for Japanese investment in Thailand

By Nuanporn Wechsuwanarux, Susumu Hanawa, and Kornkitti Sivamoke, Chandler MHM

Recent IP protection measures in Brazil

By Rana Gosain, Daniel Law

New era of labour dispute cases in Taiwan

By Samrong Hwang, Albert Kao and Pang-Heng Hung, Formosa Transnational

Strategic investment in India for Japanese investors

By Rishabh Shroff, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas

Arbitration issues for foreign investors in Bangladesh

By Sameer Sattar, Sattar&Co

Compliance challenges for foreign investment in the US

By Jeffrey L Kessler, Eva W Cole and Heather P Lamberg, Winston Strawn

Offshore solutions in BVI

Corporate flexibility and ease of navigation can explain the increasing popularity of the British Virgin Islands among Asian fund managers, virtual asset businesses and special purpose acquisition companies

Hastening technology for Philippine smart cities

By Aris L. Gulapa, Charmaine Rose K. Haw-Lim, and Maria Isabelle J. Poblete, Gulapa Law
An ICT innovation that has gained traction across local government units and government agencies is the development of “smart cities”

Taxation, legality of cryptocurrency in India

By Abhishek Malhotra and Bagmisikha Puhan, TMT Law Practice
The Finance Bill, 2022 (as tabled during the Union Budget discussion of 2022-2023) marked a watershed moment in 含羞草社区 journey towards regulating cryptocurrencies and fostering digital innovation and growth in the country.

Diversity and inclusion in Indian law firms

By Aprajita Nigam and Manisha Singh, LexOrbis
Mere cohabitation of a diverse population is not enough. What is required is cohabitation with equal opportunities

The future of digital asset taxes in Thailand

By Palawi Bunnag, Laeard Ketwat and Pipat Pipatpajong, ILCT
Digital assets have become rapidly popular among Thai investors in the past few years

Strategies for post-pandemic recovery in Thailand

By Saravut Krailadsiri, Somboon Sangrungjang and Pariyapol Kamolsilp, Kudun and Partners
The pandemic marks the end of one business era, but also the start of another

Future of Indian IP rights in the Metaverse

By Sujata Chaudhri, Urfee Roomi, and Alvin Antony, Sujata Chaudhri IP Attorneys
The convergence of human interaction in digital lives through the metaverse creates a harmonious virtual community, but how will this evolution cope with disputes and challenges brought by trademarks and patents from the real world?

Wait and see on NFT framework in Korea

By Michael Kim, Daniel Lee, and Nathan Park, Kobre & Kim
The country is at a crossroad as it seeks to define virtual assets within its regulation

Cryptocurrencies in India: fad or future?

By Abhishek Malhotra and Bagmisikha Puhan, TMT Law Practice
Digital currencies have spread their wings into global fora, and the nation requires vision to avoid missed opportunities

Legal frontiers in the Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands has legal frameworks to offer Asian businesses bespoke approaches in capital raising opportunities

Digital banking and crypto regulations in Malaysia

By Rodney D'Cruz and Dato' AJ Surin, Adnan Sundra & Low
The growing use of technology has led to a seismic shift in traditional finance, and no country wants to be left behind

Offshore wind power generation in Japan

By Koji Fukatsu, TMI Associates
Nation steps up its game in renewable energy, but stringent regulation remains

Asia eyes Jersey digital asset funds

By Susan McKinstray, Carey Olsen
There has been a surge in Asia-based fund managers looking to establish digital asset funds and holding structures in Jersey

Bracing for SPAC impact

The explosive growth of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) in the US is coming to Asia. While the hype is immense, companies and investors need to do their homework before jumping into these new spaces

Foreign liquidator assistance and common law in Bermuda

By Keith Robinson and Emma Duffy, Carey Olsen
Foreign liquidators may apply for recognition in Bermuda pursuant to the common law by the application of the principles of comity

Evolution of fintech regulation in Indonesia

By Freddy Karyadi and Anastasia Irawati, ABNR
With the continued rapid growth of the financial technology sector, the government has been reforming its licensing regime to provide business opportunities while also protecting local interests

Compliance challenges for foreign investment in the US

By Jeffrey L Kessler, Eva W Cole and Heather P Lamberg, Winston & Strawn

Outbound investment strategies into the US

By I Bobby Majumder, Lynwood E Reinhardt and Brooke C Dorris, Reed Smith

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