Implementation of Hong Kong-Thailand Mutual Recognition of Funds Scheme

On 17 June 2021, the Securities and Futures Commission (the SFC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand (the SEC) announced that the Hong Kong-Thailand Mutual Recognition of Funds scheme (the MRF) had come into force. The scheme is governed by the Memorandum of Understanding concerning Mutual Recognition of Covered Funds and Covered Management […]

Julia CharltonPartner, Charltons

FSTB Concludes Consultation on Registration Regime for Dealers in Precious Metals and Stones

On 21 May 2021, Hong Kong’s Financial Services and Treasury Bureau (the FSTB) published its Consultation Conclusions on legislative proposals to enhance anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CTF) regulations in Hong Kong1 (Consultation Conclusions) in respect of Hong Kong dealers in precious metals and stones (DPMS). These Consultation Conclusions are made in response to the […]

Clinton MorrowPartner, Charltons

Challenges of the right in light of technology

The use of technology in the field of law works to make life easier for all its users, that is, its application as a whole becomes more efficient so that an excellent service is provided. Currently technology has exceeded its own limits, innovating surprisingly and quickly, thus becoming a necessary tool for many sciences, and […]

Juan Antonio MazariegosRegional Communication Manager, Alegalis (LEGIC Guatemala)

FSTB Concludes Consultation on Registration Regime for Dealers in Precious Metals and Stones

On 21 May 2021, Hong Kong’s Financial Services and Treasury Bureau (the FSTB) published its Consultation Conclusions on legislative proposals to enhance anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CTF) regulations in Hong Kong1 (Consultation Conclusions) in respect of Hong Kong dealers in precious metals and stones (DPMS). These Consultation Conclusions are made in response to the […]

Julia CharltonPartner, Charltons

Court Rejects Judicial Review Application to Challenge HKEX Delisting

On 26 February 2021, the High Court dismissed the application by Bolina Holding Co., Ltd. (Bolina) for leave to apply for judicial review of the decision of the Listing Review Committee of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEX) on 4 November 2020 to cancel the company’s listing for failure to satisfy the conditions […]

Julia CharltonPartner, Charltons

Verde Corporate Finance Elevates Team with New Senior Appointment

Experienced private banking expert Louise Santaana joins the deal-making GS Verde Group as Director of the Elevate investment network, as part of Verde Corporate Finance. Mergers, acquisitions & investment specialists Verde Corporate Finance (part of the GS Verde Group), has announced the appointment of Louise Santaana to its growing team, to support the growth of the business […]

Craig BlackmoreDirector, Greenaway Scott

Court Rejects Judicial Review Application to Challenge HKEX Delisting

On 26 February 2021, the High Court dismissed the application by Bolina Holding Co., Ltd. (Bolina) for leave to apply for judicial review of the decision of the Listing Review Committee of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEX) on 4 November 2020 to cancel the company’s listing for failure to satisfy the conditions […]

Clinton MorrowPartner, Charltons

Robert Lewandowski of DLP Dr Lewandowski & Partners discusses the power of global cybersecurity partnerships

Dr. Robert Lewandowski, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of well known and established legal firm, DLP Dr Lewandowski & Partners, in Poland spoke to IR Digital’s podcast host Jennifer Riggins on our most recent, topical podcast…. ‘The Power of Global Cybersecurity Partnerships’ Robert and Jennifer discussed phishing, ransom attacks, the value in Cybersecurity Insurance and how […]

Robert LewandowskiPartner, DLP Dr Lewandowski & Partners

EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP STRUCTURE ADOPTED AT PARAMOUNT INTERIORS

PARAMOUNT INTERIORS HAS ANNOUNCED THE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF AN EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP TRUST (EOT) SCHEME, WHICH WILL SEE ITS STAFF OWN A MAJORITY SHAREHOLDING OF THE BUSINESS. THE DEAL WAS STRUCTURED AND ADVISED ON BY THE GS VERDE GROUP. The deal marks a major milestone for Paramount Interiors after exceptional growth over the past 12 months, which […]

Nigel GreenawayDirector - Corporate, Greenaway Scott

Including a Shelter in Your Wealth Management Strategy

With the Covid-19 pandemic, people discovered that there is no safe place on earth. Climate change’s increasing effects will soon confirm that the world of today is dramatically different from the world when we born. Before, everyone considered that living in a big city, close to hospital facilities, was enough to secure the safety of […]

Emmanuel JacquesManaging Partner, Emmanuel Jacques Almosnino law firm

Introduction to the dispute resolution framework

Singapore law is based on the principles of common law, similar to the legal systems of other commonwealth jurisdictions. In the more than 50 years since Singapore achieved full self rule and government from Great Britain, its legal system has undergone substantial legislative and procedural changes. The objective behind these changes was to streamline the […]

Lisa ThengManaging Partner, CNPLaw LLP