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From listed entities to the three strategic shifts in EU sanctions, here is how to identify compliance minefields and build effective firewalls

IHCF vice president SongYi Son discusses the merits and possible obstacles for doing business in South Korea

New rules on the ethics and application of artificial intelligence technology has significantly raised the level and rigour of review

When listed companies become involved in serious misconduct like tax evasion or bribery, the actual controller is often the first to be held accountable

Hogan Lovells welcomes back Tao Xin as a partner in Washington, boosting its global pharmaceuticals and biotechnology practice

Masashi Ichikawa, formerly of Mori Hamada & Matsumoto and Yanagida & Partners, has launched his own independent law firm in Tokyo

PDLegal¡¯s Bangkok office advisesd on an electric vehicle strategic joint venture between Thailand-based Primus and China-based Wuling for an undisclosed amount.

Although regulatory scrutiny on valuation adjustment mechanisms in listings is stricter, unconditional removal of these clauses in IPO documents is not yet required, say lawyers

East & Concord Partners has added six partners and a counsel across four offices nationwide, bolstering its capabilities in dispute resolution, compliance and international trade

Practitioners say that while red-chip model is unlikely to disappear, companies will increasingly have to demonstrate its commercial necessity and regulatory compliance

Fieldfisher has welcomed the return of Margaret Tan back to the firm¡¯s fold as a partner at the Shanghai office, strengthening the corporate practice in Greater China

Can in-house counsel step up as champions of business growth amid the challenges of compliance and technology?

Criminal exposure is the risk companies can least afford

As geopolitical shifts and tighter scrutiny reshape Belt and Road investments, businesses must adopt full-cycle legal strategies to ensure stability and growth.

The China Securities Regulatory Commission issued the regulation on short swing trading on 6 March

Han Kun Law Offices has appointed Joanne Loi as a partner at its Hong Kong branch, further strengthening the firm¡¯s capital markets practice

K&L Gates advised Vietnam Airlines on an USD8 billion aircraft purchasing agreement with American plane manufacturer Boeing

South Korean law firm Lee & Ko has appointed Sangrok Shin, a former Financial Services Commission (FSC) official with two decades of public sector experience

Michele Kythe Lim, newly appointed head of the corporate governance and compliance practice at RDS Partnership

Simmons & Simmons has appointed Chris Studebaker, former general counsel at IBM Japan, as a partner and head of its dispute resolution initiative

China has tightened oversight of virtual currencies and real-world asset (RWA) tokenisation

Following the SFC¡¯s circular on the quality of listing documents submitted by sponsors, legal professionals have offered guidance to companies seeking to list in Hong Kong

The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) will host the 2026 ACC Asia-Pacific Annual Conference on 21¨C22 May at the Westin Hotel in Singapore

Fresh from taking the reins as Chooi & Company¡¯s managing partner, Yeong Hui Yap is already preparing for the growth

Dentons Rodyk has appointed John Goulios as a partner to strengthen its insurance practice in Singapore, Asia-Pacific and globally

Stephenson Harwood has formally launched a co?operation with PRC peer W&H Law Firm, covering business collaboration, knowledge sharing and talent development

Dong Ho Yoo, the new head of Jipyong Vietnam as of 1 February, has unveiled his plans to strengthen the firm¡¯s existing services

Health drinks producer Eastroc Beverage has debuted on the HKEX, raising HKD10.1 billion. HSF Kramer, DeHeng , Jia Yuan and O¡¯Melveny advised on the listing

The Korea In-House Counsel Association (KICA), the country¡¯s largest in-house counsel association, has reappointed Jaehwan Lee, the chief legal officer of Musinsa, as its 8th president

Kudun and Partners has expanded its capital markets practice by appointing Putthimes Thanarersk, a 32-year veteran

The Japan In-House Counsel Network (JICN) has appointed Novo Nordisk general counsel Akiko Kikuchi as its new co-president to lead alongside Angela Yuen

Caught between national ambition and market reality, law firms in Chengdu and Chongqing are reshaping their paths

Building sustainable AI: Why robust, transparent data management must go beyond compliance to earn trust

AstraZeneca appoints former MSD legal director James Yuan as head of Asia-Pacific compliance investigations

Han Kun Law Offices has strengthened its Beijing-based criminal and corporate compliance practices

East & Concord Partners has hired Mabel Liu as a partner in its Beijing office to bolster the antitrust and competition law practice

The General Counsels¡¯ Association of India (GCAI) is set to launch the inaugural edition of its national internship and skilling programme

MZM Legal has promoted six lawyers in New Delhi and Mumbai, including two principal associates and four senior associates

Four new labour codes took effect on 21 November 2025, streamlining and modernising º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø outdated labour laws

The BVI offers a flexible, tax-neutral, and business-friendly framework for virtual asset issuers, supporting innovation under clear yet adaptable regulation

When it comes to value contribution, there is more about an in-house counsel¡¯s role than meets the eye

Neibaowaidai, onshore guarantees for offshore loans, raise key cross-border arbitration issues, with GCs shifting toward value creation

China¡¯s approach to good faith in commercial arbitration is evolving as arbitration depends on tribunal neutrality and party integrity

The Visionaries: We announce the top lawyers who have driven change and served legal society for the past year

JILA's 180th seminar in Tokyo gathered professionals to discuss evidence-based, intentional corporate governance culture

MeitY has issued the 2025 data protection rules and set phased implementation timelines

SEBI seeks public input on simplifying mutual fund regulations to enhance clarity, compliance and operational transparency

Lawyers and PR teams now work hand in hand to manage corporate crises, blending legal precision with strategic communication to protect brands and trust

Rajah & Tann Singapore strengthens its disputes practice with ex-AGC deputy director David Menon, boosting expertise in white-collar crime and cross-border enforcement

Paul Hastings has hired Zhou Quan as a partner in Hong Kong, expanding its Greater China capital markets and M&A practice.

TSMP Law hired former MAS deputy director Harsharan Kaur to lead its investigations and financial regulatory practice

Anderson Mori & Tomotsune has launched a Malaysia desk with RDS Partnership to support Japanese investment and cross-border work in Southeast Asia

Delayed implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act sees Indian businesses struggle with compliance

The Singapore Corporate Counsel Association will launch Sustainability Connect on 28 October to promote legal leadership in sustainability and finance

APCCA secretary-general-elect, Seradesy Sumardi, delivers her remarks at the Indonesian In-House Counsel Summit and Awards 2025 in Bali.

New ACC president and CEO Jason Brown outlines his vision to deepen engagement with in-house counsel across Asia

AI company's co-founder and CEO Winston Weinberg reveals India's role in his global ambitions

King & Spalding has opened a Sydney office to expand its Asia-Pacific presence and support clients in disputes, energy, tech and cross-border transactions

Simbolon & Partners has allied with Cambodia¡¯s BNG Legal to boost Asean reach in corporate, investment, dispute resolution and IP work

This article systematically analyses prevailing judicial trends and compliance essentials, offering practical strategies for risk isolation and contract management

Enterprises face rising criminal and compliance risks, highlighting the need for stronger legal safeguards and risk prevention

China¡¯s legal overhaul compels internet giants to follow new competition rules, reshaping platform and consumer power

Dacheng Law Offices hired Che Xuan as counsel in Beijing, strengthening services for multinational and foreign clients

Han Kun Law Offices has hired Zhang Dong at its Shenzhen office to strengthen the dispute resolution practice

Financial investors face rising M&A fraud risks and need stronger legal safeguards

Businesses face rising administrative risks and need smart dispute resolution strategies

The article examines the liability boundaries of dual controllers, de facto and shadow directors under China¡¯s revised Company Law

CSRC and Ministry of Finance propose raising whistleblower rewards to RMB1m, with consultation open until 30 Oct

IHCF hosted its Fall Academy on 20 Sept in Seoul, drawing 100+ participants from member companies and law firms

º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø new digital personal data law demands clear consent notices and request forms with user opt-in

Yoon & Yang hired Keum Seok Oh and Yeong Ho Shin to boost its antitrust practice

Han Kun Law Offices has brought in Suzie Zhao to the Shanghai office

Employers must arrange health exams for workers exposed to occupational hazards, as required by law

Former Assegaf Hamzah & Partners managing partner Bono Adji has taken on the challenge of building the legal foundations of Danantara, Indonesia¡¯s newest sovereign wealth fund

Reed Smith hires Ji Jieni as partner in Shanghai and Hong Kong to strengthen its global regulatory enforcement team

IFSCA introduces the platform play model to boost GIFT City fund management

India pushes greenfield projects to align growth with climate and sustainability goals

Anli Partners has entered Dubai by allying with boutique firm Sulaiman Al-Naqbi, riding the wave of Chinese global expansion

Bayfront Law appoints Joseph Tay as director to strengthen its commercial disputes team

º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø Online Gaming Bill 2025 targets e-sports and online gambling with strict penalties

AliExpress legal manager Mah Soon Sin deciphers new EU consumer product safety regulations and compliance key points for outbound businesses

How can multinationals adapt as China strengthens its anti-foreign sanction defences?

BCI targets Dentons Link Legal and CMS IndusLaw for allegedly flouting regulations relating to alliances with foreign firms

SEBI proposes reforms to credit rating rules, targeting non-regulated activities and transparency

As the State Council releases new rules countering foreign sanctions, this article explains details of their scope, specific measures and accountability mechanisms.

Han Kun hires Joanna Wang, former Blackstone SVP of legal and compliance, to join its Hong Kong office

SEBI urged legacy venture capital funds to migrate to the AIF regime by 19 July 2025 for better compliance and investor protection

Skechers China legal head Richard Tian shares key principles for excelling as in-house counsel amid AI and complexity

Key legal insights and practical guidance on responding to SSE feedback under the 2025 corporate bond issuance rules

How real estate firms can avoid criminal risks in land deals and project financing

JunHe has hired veteran cross-border lawyer Kenneth Zhou to strengthen its international legal services

GLO hires four new partners in Chengdu, Shanghai, Shenzhen & Beijing, boosting regional and practice capabilities

Jaya M Devashish and Prasad Gangadharan joined Desai & Diwanji as partners in the Pune office

Hong Kong introduces draft bill for critical infrastructure cybersecurity

Singapore's 2024 bill requires CSPs to conduct due diligence to fight money laundering, with penalties for non-compliance

MCA extended the deadline for mandatory securities dematerialization to 30 June 2025, easing pressure on private companies

ACCHK is hosting a lunch session on managing compliance amid evolving regulations

The DPDPA, 2023, introduced consent managers to help data principals manage their consent

Vivek Malhotra is now legal director (South Asia) at Zimmer Biomet