The results of the general elections led to the third term of the current government, though with some changes to India’s Parliament and its elected members. Hopefully, the momentum of economic growth will continue. The first indications of a slight fluctuation in the forecasts by a few global financial institutions over the last 2 months […] The post India’s Future and The Third Term appeared first on Asia Law Portal - A forum for discussion of news, information & opportunity in the Asia-Pacific legal markets ..read more

“First be friends, then do business” — a Chinese business leader succinctly captures the essence of the Chinese approach to business. In China, friendships are not just social connections, they are built on trust, which forms the bedrock of successful long-term business partnerships. For the rest of the world, however, developing this level of trust […] The post Cultural Fluency Improves Business Fluidity Rings True in China appeared first on Asia Law Portal - A forum for discussion of news, information & opportunity in the Asia-Pacific legal markets ..read more

A special address by Minister Edwin Tong SC, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth, and Second Minister for Law, Singapore, will deliver the opening address at the International Chamber of Commerce’s International Court of Arbitration Asia Pacific Conference on 28 June 2024. This flagship event is the region’s premier gathering for professionals in the field of […] The post Minister Edwin Tong SC to deliver opening address at the ICC’s International Court of Arbitration Asia Pacific Conference appeared first on Asia Law Portal - A forum for discussion of news, information & opport ..read more

By Rajiv Suri, Senior Associate of the Intellectual Property and Commercial team of Alsuwaidi & Company Intangible and Intellectual Property Assets in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Intangible assets play an important role when it comes to assessing or ascribing value to a commercial venture in transactions relating to M&A. Such intangible assets, include, intellectual property […] The post The importance of intangible and Intellectual Property Assets in assessing the true value of an M&A deal appeared first on Asia Law Portal - A forum for discussion of news, information & ..read more

By Aigul Kuspan On April 15, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan signed a law on Ensuring Women’s Rights and Children’s Safety, amending penalties for violence against women and children. This is a victory for human dignity in the region and a monumental advance in human rights. Kazakhstan has positioned itself as a regional leader, not only in […] The post Kazakhstan Passes Law Criminalizing Domestic Violence appeared first on Asia Law Portal - A forum for discussion of news, information & opportunity in the Asia-Pacific legal markets ..read more

The ‘election month’ saw curious economic developments in India with outflow of foreign investments by FIIs and publication of a UN Trade Body report reasoning India’s ‘improved prospects’ as one of the reasons for upward growth forecasts of the world economy. It also came to the forefront that foreign investment inflows have also reduced significantly […] The post India’s Robust Economic Growth appeared first on Asia Law Portal - A forum for discussion of news, information & opportunity in the Asia-Pacific legal markets ..read more

By Safayat Sikder Sakib Introduction In Bangladesh, there is a strong connection between poverty and land, especially in rural regions where a significant number of people do not have access to land. Throughout history, the allocation and administration of land have consistently benefited the affluent, placing the poor in a position of disadvantage. Land access […] The post The Question of ‘Reforming Land Administration’ in Tackling Poverty in Bangladesh appeared first on Asia Law Portal - A forum for discussion of news, information & opportunity in the Asia-Pacific legal markets ..read more

James Pham is an arbitrator with TRACENT and Managing Partner at VSE Lawyers.  In this interview with Asia Law Portal, he reflects on his career helping to solve legal disputes in Vietnam’s diverse and dynamic economy. You are an arbitrator with TRACENT and Managing Partner at VSE Lawyers. Tell us about these roles. At the […] The post Resolving legal disputes in Vietnam’s diverse and dynamic economy. An interview with James Pham appeared first on Asia Law Portal - A forum for discussion of news, information & opportunity in the Asia-Pacific legal markets ..read more

Carey Olsen Singapore partner Helen Wang and counsel Kate Lan, Rebecca Lee and Amelia Tan have been featured in the Asian Legal Business (ALB) Offshore Client Choice list for 2024. Asian Legal Business (ALB) curates the Offshore Client Choice list by identifying outstanding offshore lawyers who have built exceptional relationships with their clients. This recognition is based on direct client feedback, highlighting […] The post Four Carey Olsen lawyers star in Asian Legal Business Offshore Client Choice 2024 appeared first on Asia Law Portal - A forum for dis ..read more

Oldham, Li & Nie, a leading independent law firm, is pleased to announce that it will be the first Hong Kong law firm to establish a dedicated Elder Law Practice Group. This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant milestone in the legal landscape of the HKSAR.  Through its longstanding commitment to its Pro Bono and Community […] The post Leading Hong Kong Law Firm Oldham, Li & Nie Pioneers Elder Law Practice to Serve the Community appeared first on Asia Law Portal - A forum for discussion of news, information & opportunity in the Asia-Pacific legal markets ..read more