Revisions to Trade Secret Management Guidelines
Revisions to Trade Secret Management Guidelines In March 2025, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (“METI”) updated its Trade Secret Management Guidelines (“Guidelines”) to reflect current changes in technology and recent legal trends. Some of the more salient revisions are described below, but the list is not exhaustive. Please contact us if you …
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TRADEMARK PORTFOLIO STRATEGY IN UZBEKISTAN: A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSES
Introduction The collection of registered trademarks constitutes an integral part of brand identity. It supports the consistent promotion of products and services, helping create strong, lasting associations in the minds of consumers. Securing trademark protection is therefore essential not only to maintain legal exclusivity, but also to preserve consumer trust and protect the brand’s market …
Medical AI: A Cure with Legal Side Effects?
The Rise of AI in Healthcare In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a commonplace tool across various sectors, and healthcare is no exception. From algorithms that detect diseases with greater accuracy than an experienced radiologist[i], to systems that predict medical complications by analyzing thousands of medical records[ii], AI is profoundly transforming the way …
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TAX BENEFITS OF CONDO-HOTEL RENTAL PROGRAMS IN THE BAHAMAS
By Chelon Carr-Newbold February 2025 Most of the sought-after luxury residential communities in New Providence (Nassau) and the Family Islands have condo-hotel rental programs which are managed by the Developer or Resort Manager.
ECONOMIC PERMANENT RESIDENCY IN THE BAHAMAS: WHAT TO KNOW
By: Shonté Beneby Originally posted: Mar. 11, 2025 Update posted: April 2, 2025 This guidance is intended for individuals seeking to apply for Economic Permanent Residency after purchasing a home in The Bahamas. It is not intended as guidance for other types of investments where Economic Permanent Residency may be granted.
A Regional Perspective on Privacy: Caribbean Data Protection Laws and the Case for Reform in The Bahamas
By: Takeio Frazer Published: July 2025 Introduction In an age where data is currency, safeguarding personal information is no longer optional it is a national imperative. The Caribbean has seen a wave of modern privacy legislation, with countries like Barbados and Jamaica taking bold steps to implement comprehensive data protection laws. In contrast, The Bahamas, …
SMALL-SCALE REAL ESTATE BUSINESS: STILL A LEGAL “GREY AREA”?
Global Vietnam Lawyers is pleased to introduce an article by Lawyer Nguyen Thi Hang and Paralegal Le Thi Ngan titled “Small-scale real estate business: Still a legal “grey area”?”. This article was originally published in The Saigon Times, issue No.28-2025 (1.804) on July 10, 2025 and is shared here with permission from the publisher. ***
India – U.S. Trade Negotiations: A Strategic Opportunity for Indian Exporters
The global trade system is undergoing a significant transformation. The U.S. President has sent formal letters to more than 20 countries alerting them of the tariff rates applicable as of August 1, 2025. While nations like China, Mexico, Canada, Bangladesh, and Vietnam are preparing for higher tariffs on their exports to the U.S, one country …
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How depository accounting of shares improves business security and opens up new opportunities for digitalising corporate governance
The problem of improper interference with the ownership structure of limited liability companies (LLCs) has been a persistent issue in Ukraine for many years. Businesses have repeatedly faced situations where shares in the charter capital have unreasonably “disappeared” from the Unified State Register (USR), and control over the company has been unauthorized transferred to third …
Legal side of M&A in the Ukrainian energy sector: stages, risks and key aspects
Despite the war, energy remains one of the most attractive industries for investors: in 2024 it provided 21% of the total income of the economy. This stimulates activity in the M&A market, where complex transactions require comprehensive legal support.