South-East Asia (SEA)
Daniel Yong and Shashi Nathan delve into the opportunities ESG has brought for the firm, as well as growing client demand in wealth management and AI
The first of five global awards took place in Hong Kong to celebrate legal innovation across the Asia-Pacific region
The full list of finalists for the IFLR Asia-Pacific Awards 2024
Crypto service providers need to weigh the regulatory pros and cons each jurisdiction offers
Managing partner Craig Luton will lead the firm's new office, advising fund managers across Asia on Cayman Islands and BVI funds
The chief sustainability officer of the Philippines' largest telecoms company discusses its ESG strategy
Electric vehicle supply chain and energy transition will drive growth in the local debt finance space
Large fund flows and complex legal structures used by family offices inhibit financial institutions’ ability to detect potential crime
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Sponsored by Eng and Co.Rather than being seen solely as a burden, climate-related disclosures may represent an opportunity for proactive companies to secure a competitive advantage, say Rachel Eng and Pei Yin Yap of Eng and Co.
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Sponsored by Lee and LiEddie Chan and Helen Hai-Ning Huang of Lee and Li report that Taiwan has made great strides with recent ESG policy initiatives, but add that further measures are needed to deter greenwashing
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Sponsored by PunoLawJonathan P Serrano, Roberto T Santiago, Jr., and Crisela L Bernardino, PunoLaw
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Sponsored by Weerawong C&PSiregran Sakuliampaiboon and Phanpicha Nityo, Weerawong C&P
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Sponsored by Lee and LiYvonne Hsieh, Patricia Lin, Cheng-Chieh Huang, and Derrick Yang, Lee and Li
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Sponsored by Drew & NapierBenedict Teo, Tham Feei Sy and Yvette Fong of Drew & Napier draw on case law from Singapore and the UK in analysing the main legal difficulties for cryptocurrency stakeholders
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Sponsored by Weerawong C&PVipavee Kaosala, Siregran Sakuliampaiboon and Punyisa Intarapracha, Weerawong, Chinnavat & Partners
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Sponsored by Lee and LiYvonne Hsieh, Eddie Chan, Patricia Lin and James Huang, Lee and Li
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Sponsored by Melli Darsa & Co., Indonesian member law firm of PwC global networkDanar Sunartoputra, Gregorius Pradana, and Putu Putra of Melli Darsa & Co., Indonesian member law firm of PwC global network, analyse the hurdles to allowing special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) in Indonesia as an alternative to traditional initial public offerings (IPOs), and highlight the need for a regulatory alignment
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Sponsored by Walalangi & PartnersRainer Faustine Jonathan and Setyaning Kartika Rini of Walalangi & Partners consider the lasting effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on workplace practices, including work-from-home policies and permissible reasons for employment termination
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Sponsored by Walalangi & PartnersMiriam Andreta and Raditya Pratamandika Putra of Walalangi & Partners discuss the growth of digital banking in Indonesia
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Sponsored by VILAF (Vietnam International Law Firm)Phong Tran is a founding partner at VILAF
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Sponsored by Walalangi & PartnersHans Adiputra Kurniawan of Walalangi & Partners explains why Indonesia’s multiple voting shares system is a breakthrough to boost company listing
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Sponsored by RPC Premier LawBoey Swee Siang, Selina Toh, Suchitra Kumar, and Emerick Tan of RPC Premier Law examine how Singapore’s recently revised insolvency laws will support post-pandemic recovery
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Sponsored by Melli Darsa & Co., Indonesian member law firm of PwC global networkDanar Sunartoputra, Puji Atma, and Gery Fathurrachman of Melli Darsa & Co., Indonesian member law firm of PwC global network assess the corporate landscape in Indonesia, more than two years after the start of the Covid-19 pandemic
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Sponsored by Walalangi & PartnersLuky I Walalangi and Rendi Prahara Septiawedi of Walalangi & Partners discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by Indonesia’s carbon market
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Sponsored by Walalangi & PartnersJeanne Elisabeth Donauw and Andhika Indrapraja of Walalangi & Partners discuss the rise of DFI companies, and the implications for registration and reporting as the regulating authorities seek to protect consumer data
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Sponsored by PwC IndonesiaFifiek Mulyana and Maurice Shawndefar of PwC Indonesia analyse the impact of the Indonesian Green Taxonomy and discuss how companies can respond to this regulatory change
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Sponsored by YKVNTruong Nhat Quang, Nguyen Van Hai, Duong Nguyen and Dinh Hai Long of YKVN discuss recent initiatives to promote ESG best practices in Vietnam, including legislative and policy initiatives, the development of a new index and the launch of green bonds
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Sponsored by Eng and Co.Rachel Eng and Pei Yin Yap of Eng and Co discuss the different business areas impacted by ESG concerns that should be addressed by directors in discharging their fiduciary duties
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Sponsored by Shook Lin & BokWith regulations on ESG disclosure increasing, Joseph Chun, Andrea Ng and Kwah Chee Hian of Shook Lin & Bok discuss the impact on asset managers, the prospect of enhanced disclosures for ESG retail funds and the development of a green taxonomy in Singapore
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Sponsored by Allen & GledhillIFLR talks to Jerry Koh, Managing Partner of award-winning law firm, Allen & Gledhill LLP
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Sponsored by Weerawong C&PVipavee Kaosala, Siregran Sakuliampaiboon and Akeviboon Rungreungthanya, Weerawong Chinnavat & Partners
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Sponsored by YKVNTruong Nhat Quang, Le Thi Loc and Nguyen Ngoc Bich Tram, YKVN
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Sponsored by Lee and LiYvonne Hsieh, Eddie Chan, Patricia Lin and Cheng-Chieh Huang, Lee and Li, Attorneys-at-Law
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Sponsored by MVGS - Martinez Vergara Gonzalez & SerranoElmer B Serrano of Martinez Vergara Gonzalez & Serrano shares his expertise and explains why the Philippines’ value proposition remains sound
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Sponsored by Tsar & TsaiJanice Lin of Tsar & Tsai provides an expert’s view on changes impacting Taiwan’s legal market particularly in relation to the renewable energy sector
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Sponsored by Allen & OveryPragmatic fund structures and attractive tax and set-up incentives are convincing an increasing number of private capital fund managers to domicile in Asia
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Sponsored by Allen & OveryThe Asia-Pacific region is well placed to become a leader in decentralised finance – a trend that could help its diverse communities
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Sponsored by PwC IndonesiaMelli Darsa and Maurice Shawndefar of PwC Indonesia explain the importance of international collaboration on ESG framework standardisation, and evaluate Indonesia’s recent regulations on sustainability
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Sponsored by Eng and Co.Rachel Eng and Pei Yin Yap of Eng & Co evaluate the legal and practical considerations for companies acquiring carbon credits to offset emissions
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Sponsored by Weerawong C&PIn an interview with IFLR for the Asia Future Leaders series, Jirapat Thammavaranucupt of Weerawong Chinnavat & Partners provides an insight into his career and shares his thoughts on dealmaking during the pandemic
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Sponsored by Shook Lin & BokJoseph Chun, Tan Wei Shyan and Joseph Tay of Shook Lin & Bok explain the commercial and legal controls in place for Singapore’s businesses as they make more ESG disclosures and claims
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Sponsored by Duane Morris & Selvam LLPKrishna Ramachandra of Duane Morris & Selvam provides an insight on the rapid proliferation of digital currencies and a snapshot of things to come – beyond cryptocurrencies and blockchain
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Sponsored by JT Legal LLCJoshua Tan Heok Ping, Mary-Lisa Chua and Lim Wei Jie of JT Legal discuss the ever-changing playing field of fintech and government initiatives in place to support this industry
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Sponsored by Bae Kim & LeeIFLR is delighted to announce all the winning deals, teams, firms and individuals of the 2021 Asia-Pacific awards
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Sponsored by Tjajo & PartnersMelissa Butarbutar, Rambun Tjajo and Kevin Yehezkiel, Tjajo & Partners
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Sponsored by Lee and LiYvonne Hsieh, Eddie Chan, Patricia Lin and Cheng-Chieh Huang, Lee and Li, Attorneys-at-Law
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Sponsored by YKVNTruong Nhat Quang, Le Thi Loc and Nguyen Ngoc Bich Tram, YKVN
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Sponsored by VILAF (Vietnam International Law Firm)As a Vietnam prepares to enact a series of new laws in January 2021, Duyen Ha Vo of VILAF examines the market, its development and its prospects for lawyers
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Sponsored by Tsar & TsaiJanice Lin of Tsar & Tsai discusses the future of renewables in Taiwan and the broader changes impact Taiwan’s legal market
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Sponsored by Weerawong C&PEverything you need to know about cross-border financing in Thailand, including market trends, developments and practical tips, by Sunyaluck Chaikajornwat, Natthida Pranutnorapal and Jirapat Thammavaranucupt of Weerawong C&P
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Sponsored by MVGS - Martinez Vergara Gonzalez & SerranoLawyers and their companies need to challenge the status quo, says Elmer B Serrano, founder and senior partner of Martinez Vergara Gonzalez & Serrano
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Sponsored by Nishimura & AsahiOn March 24, the Vietnamese government issued Decree 35/2020/ND-CP (Decree 35), which took effect on May 15 and contains detailed guidelines on the implementation of the Law on Competition No. 23/2018/QH14 (2018 Law on Competition). This article gives a brief overview of some key features of merger filings addressed in Decree 35, as well as some practical observations.
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Sponsored by Baker McKenzieBaker McKenzie and Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas lawyers discuss dispute resolution and investment strategies amid protectionist regimes for businesses post Covid-19
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Sponsored by Kudun & PartnersAs Covid-19 continues to wreak havoc around the globe, its devastating impact on Thailand's economy is becoming increasingly apparent. With its borders closed to international travelers for the foreseeable future, Thailand's tourism industry, whose revenues account for more than 15% of the country's total GDP, has been largely decimated. Businesses heavily reliant on tourism have closed their doors in the thousands – and many companies who were already experiencing financial difficulties pre-Covid-19 have now been pushed over the edge into insolvency.
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Sponsored by Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & FeldThe Singapore Court of Appeal considers the treatment of a winding-up application where the parties have agreed to refer disputes to arbitration