M&A: Tokyo Takeovers
Japan's relaxed monetary policy and corporate restructuring efforts are driving an increase in M&A deals as international buyout firms seek bargains and activist investors push for higher returns.
- Japan's corporate governance reforms boosting investor confidence and M&A activity
- Shareholder…
TECHNOLOGY: A Digital Balance
Japan and South Korea, long considered at the forefront of Asian technological innovation, are now crafting intricate strategies to balance digital progress with regulatory oversight.
THE BRIEFS: Mediation Grows in Popularity as Singapore Stakes Claim as Dispute Resolution Hub
Capitalising on its high accessibility, geopolitical neutrality, and stable policy environment, Singapore has been increasingly tapped as a top choice for mediation, a more amicable avenue to resolve contractual conflicts arising from commercial activities.
THE Q&A: Cyril Shroff, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
Cyril Shroff, managing partner of India’s Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM), discusses the firm's recent expansion efforts including the firm’s new office in Abu Dhabi, offers his views on the changing legal landscape in India, and shares his perspective on the future of Indian law firms in light of market developments.
EXPLAINER: Can a new cybersecurity law make Hong Kong safer?
In response to the increasing number of cyberattacks and significant breaches of critical infrastructure globally in recent years, Hong Kong has quickly taken steps to enhance its cybersecurity framework, aiming to protect the city’s cyber capabilities and strengthen its resilience.
FORUM: Lawyer Launchpad
In today's competitive legal landscape, attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for law firms' success.
MENA SUPER 50 2024: Dr. Fawaz Alkhateeb, managing partner, Taher Group Law Firm
In its fourth annual list, ALB spotlights 50 remarkable lawyers from the MENA region who have demonstrated outstanding client service. ALB recognises Dr. Fawaz Alkhateeb, managing partner at Taher Group Law Firm in Kuwait, as one of the distinguished 2024 ALB MENA Super 50 Lawyers
State of the Market: Singapore & Hong Kong
The end of the year is the ideal time to take stock of how the last 12 months have been for a legal market, key trends witnessed, and how some of the important players are doing. The State of the Market report for Singapore and Hong Kong captures the mood of the industry, and what 2016 holds. By Ranajit Dam and Cynthia Claytor
‘The legal market has changed, and transformation is continuing’
Rafael Morales, Managing Partner of SyCip, Salazar, Hernandez & Gatmaitan, Philippines’ largest law firm, speaks to Kanishk Verghese
Silver linings
Thailand, Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy, has been stuck in a rut ever since the political unrest there began more than two years ago. The military junta, in power since May last year, has been attempting to revive the economy with mixed results, but there’s still enough work to keep lawyers busy, finds Ranajit Dam. With additional reporting by Pracha Hariraksapitak