GREATER BAY AREA: Beyond Borders
South China, particularly the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, is leading China's global expansion in manufacturing, technology, and new energy sectors. As companies localise overseas operations, South China law firms are innovating legal services and training cross-border talent to meet…
MIDDLE EAST REPORT: Clear Signals
Saudi Arabia’s new investment law is a legislative ace up the kingdom’s sleeve that signals a conducive, clear and equal-opportunity climate for global capital.
MIDDLE EAST: “Aramco's legal organisation has been ahead of the game’
Nabeel Al-Mansour is the executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary at the world’s largest oil producer Saudi Aramco.
FAMILY OFFICE: Safer Haven
As Singapore and Hong Kong compete to attract ultra-wealthy family offices, legal experts weigh in on their rivalry.
RANKINGS: ALB Asia 40 Under 40 2024
ALB Asia 40 Under 40 list continues its tradition of recognising exceptional legal talent across Asia. The list features lawyers from diverse jurisdictions and practice areas, selected from over 500 outstanding nominees.
RANKINGS: ALB Top 15 North Asia Litigators 2024
The region’s leading litigators share the secrets of their craft, offering invaluable insights into the strategies and mindsets that have propelled them to the pinnacle of their profession.
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.
The Malaysian aviation commission: ready for take-off
The Malaysian Parliament passed the Civil Aviation Commission Act (“Act”) on the 9th of April 2015 and is expected to enter into force soon.
A resurgent Japan?
Japanese companies are actively shopping for acquisitions abroad to foster future growth, while at home, the IPO market is poised to raise in excess of $17 billion this year, and reforms are expected to boost investor confidence. Kanishk Verghese reports
‘We must be the go-to firm’
Shardul Shroff, executive chairman of Shardul Amarchand, speaks to Ranajit Dam about the transition from the legacy Amarchand Mangaldas, his vision for the firm, and how it is looking to attract and retain the best talent as the war for lawyers heats up