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Tanglau International Arbitration newsletter: Second issue

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 18:11:02 +0800

Hong Kong court refuses application for anti-suit injunction restraining Cayman Islands winding-up petition

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 12:26:31 +0800

Hong Kong: Legalising basketball betting on the horizon

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:43:41 +0800

When AI meets antitrust: How AI partnerships sparked merger control scrutiny

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:41:22 +0800

Share sale and purchase agreement – Implied terms on due diligence review

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:31:17 +0800

What directors should know about HKEX disciplinary trends?

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:47:18 +0800

Hong Kong: Licensing regime for stablecoin issuers goes live on 1 August 2025

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 18:13:48 +0800

Mainland China’s evolving antitrust terrain (2024-Q1 2025) – Part 6 of 6

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:10:17 +0800

Mainland China’s evolving antitrust terrain (2024-Q1 2025) – Part 5 of 6

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 15:55:26 +0800

What does a risk-based capital solvency regime involve for Hong Kong insurers?

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 10:34:49 +0800

Mainland China’s evolving antitrust terrain (2024-Q1 2025) – Part 4 of 6

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:02:38 +0800

Company re-domiciliation regime: Practical steps for non-Hong Kong insurers

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 09:18:38 +0800

When cyber forensic reports lose legal privilege: The Medibank precedent

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 16:52:17 +0800

Mainland China’s evolving antitrust terrain (2024-Q1 2025) – Part 3 of 6

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:15:41 +0800

Mainland China’s evolving antitrust terrain (2024-Q1 2025) – Part 2 of 6

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:16:21 +0800

New frontiers in antitrust enforcement: Minority stakes, labour markets and ESG coordination under scrutiny

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:24:04 +0800

Mainland China’s evolving antitrust terrain (2024-Q1 2025) – Part 1 of 6

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:39:54 +0800

Hong Kong PCPD publishes guidelines for managing GenAI risks in the workplace

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:14:51 +0800

Tanglau International Arbitration newsletter

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 15:18:23 +0800

International Gambling Laws & Regulations Review 2025/26: Hong Kong chapter

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:53:49 +0800

From endorsement to implementation: Hong Kong High Court’s Personal Injury Judge formalises “single joint expert” practice

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 09:20:56 +0800

Hong Kong listing options for US-listed Chinese issuers

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:07:28 +0800

Hong Kong High Court signals shift towards single joint expert in personal injury actions

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 14:49:14 +0800

Does terminating an insurance agent’s spouse when such agent leaves the company amount to unlawful marital or family status discrimination?

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:49:04 +0800

Pharmaceutical sector in focus: Decoding recent antitrust enforcement – Part 3 of 3

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 09:57:26 +0800

New threshold for “continuous contract” under Hong Kong Employment Ordinance taking effect on 18 January 2026

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 17:17:07 +0800

Pharmaceutical sector in focus: Decoding recent antitrust enforcement – Part 1 of 3

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 09:12:59 +0800

Pharmaceutical sector in focus: Decoding recent antitrust enforcement – Part 2 of 3

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 09:12:59 +0800

When AI meets antitrust: How a strategic AI partnership sparked merger control scrutiny

Fri, 30 May 2025 15:35:42 +0800

Hong Kong Court clarifies when a contract of employment will be “frustrated”

Thu, 29 May 2025 09:15:56 +0800

Hong Kong to roll out company re-domiciliation regime

Tue, 20 May 2025 12:38:16 +0800

Drawing the line – Copyright issues in AI-generated style imitation

Tue, 13 May 2025 11:25:32 +0800

Launch of Technology Enterprises Channel to facilitate the listings of companies from innovative sectors

Wed, 07 May 2025 18:34:53 +0800

Proposed changes to identifying continuous contract from the “418 Rule” to “417 Rule” or “468 Rule”

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:02:13 +0800

Hong Kong competition law enforcement update: Key developments and business takeaways (2024 – Q1 2025) – Part 3 of 3

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 16:10:19 +0800

The Legal 500 Lending & Secured Finance Country Comparative Guide 2023 – Hong Kong chapter

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 14:57:02 +0800

The Legal 500 Lending & Secured Finance Country Comparative Guide 2024 – Hong Kong chapter

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 12:58:44 +0800

Hong Kong Insurance: Eased rules for Indexed Universal Life products

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 12:02:20 +0800

Hong Kong competition law enforcement update: Key developments and business takeaways (2024 – Q1 2025) – Part 2

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:09:29 +0800

New land, new rules: Registration of Titles and Land (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill 2025

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 18:46:58 +0800

Hong Kong competition law enforcement update: Key developments and business takeaways (2024 – Q1 2025) – A three-part series

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 09:02:12 +0800

Securing critical infrastructures: What you need to know about Hong Kong’s first cyber legislation

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 20:14:39 +0800

Do banks need an insurance intermediary licence for insurance premium financing and referral activities?

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:10:17 +0800

Guarding against the creation of statutory trusts when assigning life insurance policies as collateral

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 18:50:37 +0800

Digital platforms in focus: Antitrust insights from Mainland China and Hong Kong scrutiny of food delivery platform – Part 3

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:05:52 +0800

What you need to know about the Hong Kong Insurtech regime?

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:20:32 +0800

Issues with insurable interest – Taking out Hong Kong life insurance with collateral assignment

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:41:01 +0800

Key implications of latest Hong Kong insurance authority guidelines defining regulated activities

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 15:46:07 +0800

Digital platforms in focus: Antitrust insights from Mainland China and Hong Kong scrutiny of food delivery platform – Part 2

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:30:17 +0800

In-Depth Sustainable Finance Law Edition 3 – Hong Kong chapter

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:31:16 +0800

Digital platforms in focus: Antitrust insights from Mainland China and Hong Kong scrutiny of food delivery platform – A three-part series

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:59:51 +0800

Hong Kong to increase statutory minimum wage to HK$42.1 per hour

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 18:27:37 +0800

Uplifted damages for injuries to feelings in Hong Kong discrimination cases

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 12:27:58 +0800

Hong Kong: Implied due diligence terms in share sale and purchase agreement of property holding company

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 15:29:48 +0800

Hong Kong passes bill enabling listed companies to hold or transfer treasury shares

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 12:36:43 +0800

2024 highlights and 2025 outlook for Hong Kong employers and HR practitioners

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:11:44 +0800

HKEX publishes consultation conclusions on corporate governance code enhancements following consultation

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 11:39:54 +0800

HKEX consultation: Optimising IPO price discovery and open market requirements

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:16:05 +0800

Is consent from all co-owners still required to change the name of a building in Hong Kong?

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:09:16 +0800

Hong Kong passes the Construction Industry Security of Payment Bill – Summary

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 11:28:46 +0800

Is your street a “specified street”? Court of Appeal clarifies B(P)R reg. 18A(3)(a)(iv) in welcome judgment for Hong Kong developers and investors

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 18:44:44 +0800

Chambers DEI Global Report 2024

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 18:51:24 +0800

Hong Kong: “Bare shell” in the context of a multi-floor lease

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 18:17:06 +0800

Hong Kong updates its Land (Compulsory Sale for Redevelopment) Ordinance

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:45:08 +0800

SEHK sanctions directors for failure to procure proper due diligence or internal controls

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:25:21 +0800

The power of the court to make an order for the sale of land under the Hong Kong Partition Ordinance (Cap. 352)

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:35:03 +0800

Is default interest included in calculating the “effective rate of interest” under Hong Kong’s Money Lenders Ordinance?

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 16:07:43 +0800

A new chapter: The beginning of the next evolutionary phase of the New PRC Company Law – Part III: Liability

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 17:26:19 +0800

A new chapter: Next evolutionary phase of the New PRC Company Law – Part II: Corporate governance

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 17:01:28 +0800

HKMA enhances framework on complaints handling policy

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 17:24:59 +0800

Hong Kong: COVID-19 vaccination requirements under the Employment Ordinance to be repealed

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:57:56 +0800

Hong Kong’s new Capital Investment Entrant Scheme

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:44:44 +0800

Charting the path: major developments in Hong Kong Arbitration Law in 2023

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:41:52 +0800

Unravelling the legal landscape: Key highlights of company litigation developments in Hong Kong in 2023

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:38:03 +0800

China’s antitrust enforcement: A look back on 2022 and what to expect in 2023

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:30:05 +0800

Hong Kong: restrictive covenants

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:02:22 +0800

Revamping the compulsory sale regime in Hong Kong – Land (Compulsory Sale for Redevelopment) (Amendment) Ordinance 2024

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 15:16:14 +0800

Preparing for change – proposed amendments to PRC Company Law

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 14:36:27 +0800

Hong Kong Budget 2023-24: amendments to ad valorem stamp duty to ease financial burden on purchase of small and mid-sized properties

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:38:50 +0800

Hong Kong’s new listing regime for specialist technology companies takes effect on 31 March 2023

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:32:47 +0800

A new chapter: Next evolutionary phase of the New PRC Company Law – Part I: Commitments on capital contribution

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:20:43 +0800

Cross-border transfer of evidence from Mainland China under international commercial dispute resolution scenarios

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:13:22 +0800

Hong Kong Budget 2024-25: key highlights of property measures

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:56:08 +0800

Hong Kong: HKEX proposes amendments to listing rules to strengthen corporate governance for listed companies

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:53:03 +0800

Cancellation of “spicy” Hong Kong stamp duty measures

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:49:42 +0800

New PRC company law – Consultation draft clarifies capital contribution requirements

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:45:11 +0800

China’s antitrust enforcement: A look back on 2023 and what to expect in 2024

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:33:06 +0800

Full-steam ahead for Mainland-Hong Kong Cooperation Mechanism to recognise and assist insolvency proceedings in pilot areas and beyond

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:29:44 +0800

Hong Kong: updated regulatory approach for intermediaries’ virtual asset-related activities

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:19:05 +0800

Hong Kong banks required to enhance e-banking security by 31 March 2024

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:12:02 +0800

Hong Kong: Clarification on land registrar’s right to withhold registration

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:08:24 +0800

Hong Kong court rules in favour of employer on indemnity provision

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:59:33 +0800

HKEX imposes disciplinary action against independent non-executive directors of a delisted company

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:55:25 +0800

Key updates of green, social and sustainability-linked loan principles

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:50:06 +0800

Recent decisions on compulsory sale applications in Hong Kong in relation to 100% owned lot and calculation of ownership threshold

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:39:54 +0800

‘No Consent’ procedure confirmed lawful by Hong Kong Court of Appeal

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:34:01 +0800

Any interest in land acquired under an agreement to purchase property holding company? Hong Kong court clarifies the position

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:23:48 +0800

Hong Kong SFC concludes consultation on regulation of virtual asset trading platforms

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:16:19 +0800

Hong Kong SFC fines placing agent for disregarding fundamental duties

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:11:56 +0800

Hong Kong SFC proposes rule changes to remove the “Prohibition View” notion in privatisation scheme meeting and others

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:09:19 +0800

HKMA imposes HK$16m penalty on bank after AML disciplinary proceedings

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:05:39 +0800

Hong Kong SFC concludes consultations on proposed amendments to enforcement-related provisions of the Securities and Futures Ordinance

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:01:27 +0800

#MeToo: Hong Kong court upholds zero tolerance of sexual harassment in workplace

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 09:46:23 +0800

No more class meetings for Hong Kong listed PRC issuers in repurchasing or issuing shares

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 09:44:16 +0800

Hong Kong SFC fines asset manager for internal control failures

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:40:25 +0800

Cost consequence of sanctioned payment with “otherwise proviso” – Li Suk Yee v. ParknShop (HK) Limited [2023] HKDC 1670

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:37:13 +0800

New Hong Kong-Mainland China Reciprocal Enforcement regime to come into force on 29 January 2024

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:32:43 +0800

Hong Kong Stock Exchange relaxes double-dipping restriction

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:27:12 +0800

When is a discretionary bonus not discretionary?

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:16:33 +0800

HKEX expanding paperless listing regime – mandating electronic communication

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:10:11 +0800

HKEX sanctioned issuer and directors for misleading statements in listing prospectus

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:06:42 +0800

Should adverse possession claim involving illegal act be allowed in Hong Kong?

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 16:52:54 +0800

HKEX reminder – Acquisition of wealth management products is ‘notifiable transaction’

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 16:47:30 +0800

Hong Kong: Landmark court decision confirming effect of exclusive jurisdiction clauses on insolvency proceedings

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 16:44:07 +0800

Hong Kong: Section 25 Employees’ Compensation Recovery Claims

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 16:38:38 +0800

HKEX censures directors for mismanagement of company business

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 16:23:27 +0800

Hong Kong Stock Exchange proposes mandatory disclosure of climate-related risks in listed companies’ ESG reports from 1 January 2024

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 16:18:55 +0800

Hong Kong postpones implementation of mandatory climate disclosures to 1 January 2025

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 16:08:05 +0800

Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal confirms the SFC’s extra-territorial reach

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 16:04:56 +0800

Hong Kong Stock Exchange proposes treasury shares regime

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:58:41 +0800

Hong Kong stock market: automatic share buy-backs on HKEX during blackout

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:53:49 +0800

Hong Kong issuers must substantiate basis of consideration and valuations with quantitative details

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:48:57 +0800

Fighting digital fraud with enhanced approaches in Hong Kong

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:44:52 +0800

Sponsor principals beware: Hong Kong SFC holds individual accountable as well as licensed corporation for sponsor failures

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:36:38 +0800

Hong Kong SFAT affirms two-year ban on senior manager for conflict of interest breaches

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:33:11 +0800

Hong Kong: concealed risks and legal exposures for unauthorized building works and illegal structures

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:28:04 +0800

Hong Kong SFC sanctions responsible officer and manager-in-charge over financial resources rules breaches

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:09:48 +0800

Hong Kong employer found liable for workplace pregnancy discrimination

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:04:07 +0800

CFA brightens Hong Kong’s journey along the rainbow-coloured road

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:44:07 +0800

Consultation on Hong Kong’s GEM listing reform

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:37:32 +0800

Hong Kong GEM reforms will take effect on 1 January 2024

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:33:25 +0800

Understanding the trends: A review of insolvency litigation in Hong Kong in 2023

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:29:30 +0800

HKEX annual review reiterates concerns over issuers’ deficiencies in internal controls

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:24:01 +0800

Hong Kong expands pilot scheme to facilitate short-term visitors without needing an employment visa

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:53:01 +0800

Hong Kong government to relax “418” continuous contract requirement under the Employment Ordinance

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:04:56 +0800

Hong Kong Stock Exchange censures directors for breach of fiduciary duties

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:44:02 +0800

Hong Kong court grants declaratory relief for unclaimed vehicles at car park

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:41:52 +0800

SFC’s proposed changes for privatisation of Hong Kong’s real estate investment trusts

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:29:28 +0800

New legal regime for granting gaming credit in Macau

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:24:08 +0800

Hong Kong Small Claims Tribunal scale of costs for minor injury claim

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:14:27 +0800

Crackdown on unlicensed insurance selling in Hong Kong

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:10:48 +0800

Proposal to streamline land lease extensions in Hong Kong

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:51:37 +0800

Hong Kong’s Extension of Government Leases Bill passed into law

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:45:30 +0800

Hong Kong court confirms Labour Tribunal’s broad powers to order employer give security to defend claim

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:37:39 +0800

Asset protection in light of recent legislative developments in Mainland China and Hong Kong

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:33:30 +0800

Employer’s claim to enforce Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation obligations dismissed by Hong Kong court

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:21:25 +0800

Hong Kong court clarifies the application of implied terms in employment contracts

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:14:15 +0800

Hong Kong: GenA.I. Sandbox launched by HKMA and Cyberport

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:04:00 +0800

HKMA commences e-HKD Pilot Programme

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 17:38:43 +0800

HKMA enhanced consumer protection in the use of GenAI by authorized institutions in Hong Kong

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 16:31:46 +0800

Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued two circulars to authorized institutions regarding payment cards

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 16:24:24 +0800

E-HKD Pilot Programme Phase 2 commenced by HKMA

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 16:15:18 +0800

Legal privilege in cyber incidents: lessons for Hong Kong from Australia’s Optus cyber breach

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 16:10:26 +0800

Launch of the Banking Industry Integrity Charter in Hong Kong

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 16:06:03 +0800

The dawn of ad hoc arbitration in Mainland China: A real possibility?

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:30:26 +0800

Hong Kong Policy Address 2024 – measures affecting rental accommodation

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:28:27 +0800

Pro-enforcement approach – Mainland China highlights typical cases on enforcing Hong Kong arbitral awards

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:22:58 +0800

Hong Kong Policy Address 2024 – key employment initiative insights for employers and HR practitioners

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:13:08 +0800

Hong Kong court finds former GM breached fiduciary duties by diverting business opportunities

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:10:02 +0800

Hong Kong Security Bureau’s response to stakeholder submissions on proposed legal framework for regulating critical infrastructure

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:05:00 +0800

When confidential information cannot be protected post-termination of employment in Hong Kong

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:01:25 +0800

Hong Kong Labour Tribunal presiding officer’s statutory duty to investigate includes calling witnesses

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 14:56:21 +0800

HKMA issues cooling-off period requirements for unsecured consumer credit products

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 14:50:50 +0800

HKEx warns issuers over misleading generic statements on auditor resignations

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 14:30:07 +0800

For services rendered? How to avoid a Pyrrhic victory in court taxation in Hong Kong

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 14:25:13 +0800

Hong Kong SFC reprimands another futures firm for AML breaches

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 14:21:52 +0800

The way forward in green and sustainable financing in Hong Kong – a reflection from the 2023-24 budget

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:53:41 +0800

“An accident” under the Employees’ Compensation Ordinance (ECO) in Hong Kong – case analysis involving a stroke injury

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:41:46 +0800

Hong Kong Gets Mixed Ratings in Latest FATF Report for AML Compliance

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:37:35 +0800

Hong Kong SFC imposes sanctions on a futures firm for AML breaches

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:33:44 +0800

HKMA to roll out new licensing requirements and regulations on stablecoins in 2023/2024

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:27:26 +0800

Hong Kong court refuses to grant springboard injunction to protect employer’s confidential information

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:19:47 +0800

Hong Kong’s new minimum wage effective from 1 May 2023

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:13:22 +0800

China: New foreign debt regulation regime takes effect on 10 February 2023

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:35:19 +0800

Sponsors beware: Hong Kong SFC imposes another heavy fine for sponsor failures

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:33:27 +0800

Hong Kong proposes a legal framework for regulating critical infrastructures

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:58:54 +0800

Insurance brokerage M&A: Key regulatory and deal considerations amid continuing consolidation and new entrants in Hong Kong

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:39:57 +0800

Hong Kong Airlines restructuring: Parallel English plan and Hong Kong scheme

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:04:29 +0800