A Guide to Private M&A in Asia
According to the ASEAN Investment report, foreign direct investments (“FDI”) inflows to developing Asia remained robust at US$662 billion in 2022.
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Lao PDR
Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q2 2024
This is a quarterly snapshot of the key legal and regulatory developments in Lao PDR.
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Singapore and Lao PDR Enter into Memorandum of Understanding to Set Up Framework for Transfer of Carbon Credits Under Article 6 of Paris Agreement
On 9 July 2024, Singapore and Lao PDR signed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) to collaborate on carbon credits aligned to Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.
Regional Round-Up: Vietnam Q1 2024
This is a quarterly snapshot of the key legal and regulatory developments in Vietnam.
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Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q1 2024
This is a quarterly snapshot of the key legal and regulatory developments in Lao PDR.
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Guide to Lending and Security in Southeast Asia
It is increasingly common to see the footprint of finance transactions spanning different jurisdictions. It is thus vital for businesses to be able to manage the cross-border legal issues that may arise from such regional arrangements.
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A Guide to Renewable Energy in Southeast Asia
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) recognises the crucial role of energy in driving the region’s growth. This has led to two key priorities: (i) energy security; and (ii) clean energy development.
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Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q4 2023 (Year in Review Edition)
We are pleased to share with you our 2023 year-in-review of the Regional Round-up for our Lao PDR Office. In the “Looking Back: 2023” section, we highlight the key legal and regulatory developments affecting Lao PDR in 2023. In the “Gazing Into: 2024” section, we look ahead to some key areas of development that you should take note of in the year to come, referencing the legal and business trends shaping the potential legislative and regulatory changes in Lao PDR.
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Regional Competition Report 2023
2023 has shown that the Competition regulators in Southeast Asia are a force to be reckoned with, taking a front-seat in the region.
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Regional Trade Year-end Highlights 2023
To wrap up the year 2023 and further to our Regional Trade Mid-year Highlights issued in August last year, we are pleased to present an overview of the various trade law related developments in the region.
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Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q3 2023
This is a quarterly snapshot of the key legal and regulatory developments in Lao PDR.
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A Guide to the Real Estate Industry in Asia
A keen understanding of the nature of real estate and the legal and regulatory issues related to this asset class
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Regional Trade Mid-Year Highlights 2023
2023 has been an odd year where seemingly global trade appears to have slowed down somewhat. Yet, trade regulations have
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Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q2 2023
This is a quarterly snapshot of the key legal and regulatory developments in Lao PDR.
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立杰亚洲 科技、媒体和电信区域法律资讯
本更新是对近几个月东南亚地区在数据保护、内容监管、金融监管、电信和电子商务等主题方面的最新发展概览。这些主题对于在科技领域经营的企业来说是相关及重要的，因为它们影响到企业如何收集、使用、存储和转移个人数据；如何创建、发布和调节在线内容；如何提供或促进金融服务和交易；如何访问和利用电信网络和基础设施；以及如何进行在线商务和贸易。简洁起见，我们将采取一个宏观的视角，将重点放在最新变化上，如果您想进一步讨论这些发展或任何其他与东南亚科技法律有关的事项，请随时与我们联系。 如果您想进一步了解，请点击阅读更多。
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Managing Greenwashing Risks: A Southeast Asian Lens
As governments, corporates and individuals double down on efforts on their sustainability and environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) agenda, there
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Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q1 2023
This is a quarterly snapshot of the key legal and regulatory developments in Lao PDR.
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Rajah & Tann Provides Jurisdictional Insights to the Guide on Conducting an Out-of-court Workout in Asia
The Guide on Conducting an Out-of-court Workout in Asia (“Guide“) has been jointly released by the Asian Business Law Institute
Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q4 2022 (Year in Review Edition)
We are pleased to share with you our 2022 year-in-review of the Regional Round-up for our Lao PDR Office. In the “Looking Back: 2022” section, we highlight the key legal and regulatory developments affecting Lao PDR in 2022. In the “Gazing Into: 2023” section, we look ahead to some key areas of development that you should take note of in the year to come, referencing the legal and business trends shaping the potential legislative and regulatory changes in Lao PDR.
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Rajah & Tann Asia’s Annual Regional Competition Report 2022
2022 has been an interesting year as the world emerged from the pandemic. Hard core restrictions from the pandemic are
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Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q3 2022
This is a quarterly snapshot of the key legal and regulatory developments in Lao PDR.
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Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q2 2022
This is a quarterly snapshot of the key legal and regulatory developments in Lao PDR.
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A Guide to Renewable Energy in Southeast Asia
Globally, nations and regulators are rallying their people and businesses to combat climate change. At the most recent 2021 United
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Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q1 2022
This is a quarterly snapshot of the key legal and regulatory developments in Lao PDR.
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Instruction on the Procedures for Applying for a Lao PDR Entry-Exit Permit during COVID-19 Pandemic
On 17 March 2022, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (“MOFA“) issued Instruction No. 2143/MOFA.TFC on the Procedure for Applying for
Rajah & Tann Contributes Article on “Investment opportunities in ASEAN post-RCEP” to India Business Law Journal
Rajah & Tann recently contributed an article titled “Investment opportunities in ASEAN post-RCEP” to the India Business Law Journal, a
Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q4 2021 (Year in Review Edition)
Looking Back: 2021 and Gazing Into: 2022 Looking Back: 2021 In 2021, Laos has gradually adapted to the new normal
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Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q3 2021
Singapore to Trial Import of Electricity from Laos On 15 September 2021, it was announced that Singapore will trial the
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Bank of Lao PDR Issues Instruction on Converting Foreign Exchange Stores into Commercial Bank Representatives
On 2 August 2021, the Monetary Policy Department, Bank of Lao PDR (“BOL”) issued Instruction No. 878/MPD on “Transferring Foreign Exchange Stores into a Representative of a Commercial Bank” (“Instruction”).
Decision on the Management of Accounting Software Comes into Operation on 28 July 2021
On 14 July 2020, the Ministry of Finance (“MOF”) issued a Decision on the management of the accounting software No.1835/MOF (“Decision”), which was published in the Lao Official Gazette on 13 July 2021 and came into force on 28 July 2021.
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A Guide to Sustainable Financing in Southeast Asia
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about a renewed realisation on how existential threats can debilitate the global economy. With this,
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Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q2 2021
Notification to Shut Down DATA CENTER System On 9 June 2021, the Customs Department, Ministry of Finance, issued notification No.
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Guide to Lending and Security in Southeast Asia
We are pleased to bring you the 2021 Regional Guide to Lending and Taking Security in Southeast Asia (“Guide”). This
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Rajah & Tann’s South Asia Practice Group Contributes to The Hindu BusinessLine: “India’s ASEAN Engagement Needs a Digital Push”
Vikram Nair and Sriram Chakravarthi from the South Asia Practice Group of Rajah & Tann contributed an article titled “India’s
Guide on COVID-19 Vaccination: Regulatory Issues
COVID-19, the disease caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has spread across the globe causing severe
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New Order on Reinforcement Measures on Prevention, Containment and Full Response to COVID-19
On 21 April 2021, the Prime Minister issued the Order on Reinforcement Measures for Prevention, Containment and Full Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic (“Order”). The Order sets out various instructions which must be implemented during the period from 22 April 2021 to 5 May 2021 to contain the COVID-19 pandemic in Lao PDR.
Regional Round-Up: Lao PDR Q1 2021
Notice from Bank of Lao PDR on the Monitoring of Use of Payment Services On 2 March 2021, the Department
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New Notice on Medical Monitoring Devices and COVID-19 Insurance for Foreigners
On 2 March 2021, the National Task Force Committee for Prevention and Control of COVID-19 (“Task Force”) issued the Notice on Medical Monitoring Devices and COVID-19 Insurance for Foreigners who wish to Enter Lao PDR (“Notice”).
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New Advisory from Government on Procedure, Documents and Steps to Enter and Leave Lao PDR
On 16 December 2020, the National Task Force Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Prevention and Control of COVID-19 issued an Advisory on the procedure, documents and steps required to enter and leave Lao PDR (“Procedural Advisory”).
New Notice on COVID-19 Reinforcement Measures Restricting Movement and Gatherings
On 23 December 2020, the Prime Minister’s Office issued the Notice on Reinforcement Measures for Containment, Prevention and Full Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic (“Notice”).
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