Tag: Foreign investment
Opportunities in Japan’s regenerative medicine, gene therapy markets
Japan emerges as a hub for regenerative medicine, with opportunities for foreign companies amid strict local regulations
Dacheng onboards former Dell China GC at Beijing office
Dacheng Law Offices hired Che Xuan as counsel in Beijing, strengthening services for multinational and foreign clients
Kanchan Sinha joins JSA as retained partner in Gurugram
JSA appoints Kanchan Sinha as retained partner in Gurugram corporate practice
A comparison of laws concerning real estate
Foreign investment in Asia’s real estate is surging, but navigating diverse regulations is essential to avoid costly missteps
India offers foreign companies even greater incentives
RBI clarifies rules for FOCCs, easing equity swaps and deferred payments, boosting foreign investment flexibility
Q&A: Move to simplify GST rates set to benefit India
India’s GST reform simplifies taxes but poses transition challenges
Turning the tide for Philippine oil and gas exploration
SC 38's Supreme Court ruling impacts the Philippine oil and gas industry, reviving investor interest and boosting energy self-sufficiency
Revamped framework for employing foreign technical personnel
On 8 April 2025, the DOJ issued Circular No. 009, streamlining the process for employing foreign technical personnel
M&A in Indonesia: Risks, Rewards and Roadmaps
With Indonesia emerging as a prime destination for foreign investment, M&A offers a strategic gateway, although not without legal complexities
Upgraded new rules countering foreign sanctions
As the State Council releases new rules countering foreign sanctions, this article explains details of their scope, specific measures and accountability mechanisms.
Allens aids Australia’s Brookfield in landmark USD3.85bn deal
Allens advised Brookfield on the USD3.85bn sale of Aveo, Australia’s largest direct real estate deal
Kinstellar breaks into Cambodia with new sister firm launch
Kinstellar enters Cambodia with new sister firm Sok Siphana Sethalay, led by Vanseka Sok
Investing in distressed debt in India
A&O Shearman explores what makes distressed debt investment a popular trend amongst foreign investors
Return of foreign business to Russia
Russia considers rules for return of foreign businesses amid ongoing scrutiny
JunHe recruits cross-border transaction specialist
JunHe has hired veteran cross-border lawyer Kenneth Zhou to strengthen its international legal services
Navigating commitment restrictions under OI regime
Restrictions on financial commitments under the OI regime for non-compliant overseas investments.
KWM adds partners, expands bench in Australia, Singapore
KWM strengthens its presence in Australia and Singapore with three new partners
Quartet drives largest Cambodian microfinance sale
Bank SinoPac has acquired Amret Microfinance for USD 550 million, marking Cambodia's largest deal
Trio guides USD2.7bn JVs in China’s steel sector
China Oriental and ArcelorMittal have formed a USD2.66 billion JV to produce steel for electric vehicles and green energy
Modi 3.0: Key reforms for foreign investment in India
India's general election from April 19 to June 1 resulted in Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP winning a third term
New India-UAE treaty extends investor protections
India and the UAE have signed a bilateral investment treaty, providing reciprocal investment protection to investors from both nations
Regulations controlling Japan drone-tech
Drones over 100 grams are classified as UAVs in Japan and regulated under the Aeronautics Law
Finding the right property angle
Foreign interest in Asia's real estate markets is rising, but understanding regulations is crucial to avoid pitfalls
A capital idea
Where do Indonesia’s law firms stand on a future move to their unfinished new capital city?
Avikshit Moral shores up S&R’s real estate team in Mumbai
Avikshit Moral has moved to S&R Associates as a retained partner in the firm’s Mumbai office
Duan & Duan expands partnership ranks with three additions
Duan & Duan Law Firm has expanded its partnership with the addition of Vincent Zhu, Peter Zeng and Liu Hongjun
Ashurst hires Khaitan duo to lead India practice in London
UK-based firm Ashurst has hired Kalpana Unadkat and Shishir Mehta
Draft capital contribution rules under new Company Law
SAMR issued draft regulations to implement the five-year capital contribution term for LLCs, effective from 1 July 2024
First regulations for mandatory carbon market
On 25 January 2024, the State Council issued the Interim Regulations on Carbon Emissions Trading, effective 1 May 2024
What new Company Law means for foreign investment in China
On 29 December 2023, the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China promulgated the amended Company Law
Commercial dispute mechanism for foreign investment in India
The dispute redressal mechanism in India is a well-established system with multiple options for the resolution of disputes
Veteran corporate lawyer moves to Siam Premier
Corporate lawyer Maythawee Sarathai has joined Thai law firm Siam Premier as a partner in Bangkok
Strategies for foreign companies investing in Bangladesh
Bangladesh is an emerging economy in Asia that could maintain its steady GDP growth and a stable BB- credit rating as per S&P and Fitch in recent year



























































































































