EXPLAINER: Unpacking the GIFT City Remittance Regime
The Reserve Bank of India has recently expanded the scope of remittances to International Financial Services Centres (IFSCs), permitting Indian residents to open foreign currency accounts in the country’s first IFSC, Gujarat International Finance Tec-City, also known as GIFT…
Q&A: Beyond the Boundary: How Law Is Influencing Sports Governance
Nandan Kamath is a sports lawyer and the founder of LawNK, a law firm based in Bengaluru specialising in sports, technology, and media law, representing a diverse clientele that includes national and international sports federations, leagues, teams, sponsors, and athletes.
IN-HOUSE INSIGHT: How General Counsel Can Set the Gold Standard
Over my close to 20 years in the legal profession, I have heard and read many preconceived notions about in-house versus law firm experience.
SANCTIONS: Charged Conflict
The electric vehicle industry is facing a high-voltage trade dispute as China and the European Union engage in a tit-for-tat battle over market dominance. With the EU imposing new tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, Beijing has swiftly retaliated by launching its own investigation into European trade practices. This escalating conflict threatens to reshape the global EV landscape and test the resilience of international trade relations.
ROUNDTABLE: Small but Mighty
In order to establish a presence in Singapore's competitive legal environment, boutique law firms are endeavouring to create a distinctive formula for success. To excel beyond their size, these firms must offer specialised services to their clients, remain informed about the latest legal advancements, and leverage technology to enhance operational efficiency. Managing partners from four boutique firms in Singapore share their insights with ALB.
SUSTAINABILITY: Green Treasuries
In the ever-evolving landscape of global finance, green bonds have emerged as a resilient force, with issuance of these bonds reaching an impressive $232 billion in the first four months of this year alone. As Southeast Asian countries accelerate their decarbonisation efforts and investors demand more ESG products, the region's green bond market is experiencing a significant surge, promising a greener future for both the environment and the financial sector.
RANKINGS: ALB Asia Top 15 Female Lawyers 2024
In a legal landscape increasingly shaped by female talent, Asian Legal Business (ALB) presents its fourth annual ranking of the Top 15 Female Lawyers in Asia, showcasing the remarkable achievements and contributions of women in the legal profession across the region. As we celebrate these outstanding women, we delve into their unique perspectives, exploring the challenges they've overcome, the impact of their leadership, and the evolving role of women in shaping the future of Asia's legal market.
On the Move
The blockbuster IPO of GoTo, Indonesia’s largest tech company, in April this year has underlined how robust the fast-growing tech sector is in the country. While lawyers say they are looking ahead to more such offerings, they are also mindful of regulatory developments coming up.
China’s Lockdowns Putting Pressure on Global Supply Chains
In early June, Shanghai finally relaxed its strict COVID control measures, measures that had been in place for more than two months. These allowed for production of goods and international shipping to resume. Given Shanghai’s important role in the global supply chain and its status as a major shipping hub in China, the lockdown has had far-reaching effects, once again bringing the issue of supply chain resilience back to the public eye.
'The region has pivoted towards renewable energy quicker than anticipated’
Since it opened its Singapore office last year, McDermott Will & Emery has made a number of high-profile lateral hires, including energy expert Clarinda Tjia-Dharmadi, a former global power industry group co-chair at Latham & Watkins, as its Asia transactions head. Tjia-Dharmadi talks about how the energy space in Asia has evolved in recent years, and what that means for today’s energy lawyers.