HKEX Proposes Extension of its Secondary and Dual Primary Listing Regimes

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange’s Consultation Paper on the Listing Regime for Overseas Issuers1 published on 31 March 2021 (HKEX Consultation Paper) proposes potentially far reaching changes to its requirements for secondary and dual primary listings of overseas companies on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (the HKEX). Two of the key proposals, which are the […]

Julia CharltonPartner, Charltons

HKEX Proposes to Revise Corporate Governance Code and Related Listing Rules

On 16 April 2021, the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (“HKEX”) published a consultation paper on the Review of Corporate Governance Code and Related Listing Rules1 (the “HKEX Consultation Paper”) setting out proposals aimed at enhancing directors’ independence, board diversity and ESG disclosure and standards (among others). The HKEX also proposes to revise the […]

Julia CharltonPartner, Charltons

HKEX Proposes Simplification of HKEX Listing Regime for Overseas Companies

On 16 April 2021, the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (“HKEX”) published a consultation paper on the Review of Corporate Governance Code and Related Listing Rules1 (the “HKEX Consultation Paper”) setting out proposals aimed at enhancing directors’ independence, board diversity and ESG disclosure and standards (among others). The HKEX also proposes to revise the […]

Clinton MorrowPartner, Charltons

HKEX Proposes Extension of its Secondary and Dual Primary Listing Regimes

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange’s Consultation Paper on the Listing Regime for Overseas Issuers1 published on 31 March 2021 (HKEX Consultation Paper) proposes potentially far reaching changes to its requirements for secondary and dual primary listings of overseas companies on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (the HKEX). Two of the key proposals, which are the […]

Clinton MorrowPartner, Charltons

HKEX Proposes Simplification of HKEX Listing Regime for Overseas Companies

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange’s Consultation Paper on the Listing Regime for Overseas Issuers1 published on 31 March 2021 (Consultation Paper) puts forward potentially far-reaching changes to the requirements for listing offshore companies on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX). For an overview of the proposed changes, please see Charltons’ newsletter The HKEX Consultation Paper […]

Clinton MorrowPartner, Charltons

NEW SOCIAL SECURITY AGREEMENT OFFERS BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BETWEEN TURKEY & IRAN

WRITTEN ON 01 APRIL 2021.  Karimi & Associates Law Firm presents according to AA News: The Turkey-Iran Social Security Agreement inked on March 24 that would contribute to strengthening the commercial and economic relations between the two countries.  Fatih Cayabatmaz from the Independent Industrialists and Businessmen Association noted that the agreement offers important opportunities for the business world. […]

Anooshiravan KarimiManaging Partner, Attorney, Karimi & Associates Law Firm

Tightened executive liability for the company’s insolvency

An important amendment to the Business Corporations Act (hereinafter referred to as the “BCA”) came into force on 1 January 2021, tightening the liability of members of companies’ statutory bodies in case of insolvency. It particularly stipulates an obligation to hand over remuneration from the agreement on performance of the function if the company was […]

Aleš EppingerPartner, Schaffer & Partner

HKEX Proposes Simplification of HKEX Listing Regime for Overseas Companies

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange’s Consultation Paper on the Listing Regime for Overseas Issuers1 published on 31 March 2021 (Consultation Paper) puts forward potentially far-reaching changes to the requirements for listing offshore companies on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX). For an overview of the proposed changes, please see Charltons’ newsletter The HKEX Consultation Paper […]

Julia CharltonPartner, Charltons

SPACs: A Singapore perspective

A Special Purpose Acquisition Company (“SPAC”) is a company incorporated for the purpose of raising capital through an initial public offering (“IPO”). It is a blank-cheque company where the proceeds of the IPO will be used for the purpose of acquiring private companies or assets that are only identified after the IPO. This allows retail […]

Ken ChiaPartner, CNPLaw LLP

Financial Affairs Panel to Discuss Protection of Personal Information Provisions

On 9 April 2021, the Legislative Council’s Panel on Financial Affairs will discuss the proposed implementation of provisions to protect directors’ personal information from public inspection which are contained in the Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622). The proposals set out in LC Paper No. CB(1)737/20-21(07)1 envisage that subsidiary legislation implementing a phased introduction of the new […]

Julia CharltonPartner, Charltons

SGX Regco extends availability of the enhanced share issue limit for mainboard issuers

The Singapore Exchange Regulation (“SGX Regco”) has announced on 16 March 2021 that the expiry date of the Enhanced Share Issue Limit (as defined below) for Mainboard issuers has been extended. Previously, the SGX Regco had announced on 8 April 2020 that it will provisionally enable Mainboard issuers to seek a general mandate for an […]

Min-Li TanPartner, CNPLaw LLP

Smith Hurst PLC joins IR as the exclusive Corporate Law Member in Arkansas

IR Global, the world’s largest exclusive network of advisory firms is delighted to introduce Rebecca Hurst of Smith Hurst PLC has joined IR as our exclusive Corporate Law Member in Arkansas. The foundation of our firm is a cohesive team of lawyers who share an attitude of excellence in serving our clients, helping them achieve […]

Rebecca HurstManaging Partner, Smith Hurst PLC