Madrona Advogados Announces New Partner to Drive Banking Practice Expansion
His arrival supports the firm’s plan to expand its presence in the banking sector. São Paulo, 01st July 2025 – Madrona Advogados is pleased to announce that attorney José Barreto Netto has joined the firm as a partner. His addition aims to strengthen the firm’s Banking, Finance, and Capital Markets practices. This move aligns with …
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Oon & Bazul Sharpens Focus as Conflict-Free High-Value Disputes Powerhouse
Oon & Bazul has announced a strategic refinement of its firmwide direction, intensifying its focus as a conflict-free, high-value disputes powerhouse. This move represents a natural progression of the firm’s longstanding leadership in high-stakes commercial litigation and arbitration across Asia and beyond.
Lakshmikumaran and Sridharan Attorneys Advises Brenntag Group on Sale of Raj Petro Specialities to Shell Group
New Delhi, July 08, 2025: Lakshmikumaran and Sridharan Attorneys (LKS) advised and acted for the Brenntag group (“Brenntag”) in the sale of 100% of Raj Petro Specialities Private Limited (“Raj Petro”) to Shell group.
Thailand Proposes New Amendment to Tax Rule for Foreign Income Remittance
Sumet Mingmongkolmitr (Senior Partner) and Sataporn Samanyaporn (Associate) Thailand’s Revenue Department is in the process of drafting legislation to amend tax rules for foreign income remitted to Thailand. The proposed amendment aims to reduce the tax burden on Thai tax residents who bring foreign income into Thailand, with the broader objective of encouraging the repatriation …
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Thailand’s Engagement with the Global Minimum Tax in 2025
UNDERSTANDING THE GLOBAL MINIMUM TAX (GMT) The Global Minimum Tax (GMT) is a major shift in international taxation led by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), aiming to curb profit shifting and ensure fair tax distribution. Thailand is among the signatories of this initiative, which is based on two main pillars.
Thailand Updates Long-Term Resident (LTR) and SMART Visa Programs
On January 13, 2025, Thailand’s Cabinet approved major revisions to the Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa program, reinforcing the country’s strategy to attract skilled professionals, investors, and their families. These revisions are designed to encourage foreign investment and contribute to the nation’s long-term economic development. The new criteria will become effective upon official publication in the …
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Navigating Thailand’s PDPA: Key Compliance Insights
INTRODUCTION Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) is an important framework governing how businesses handle personal data. Compliance with the PDPA is essential for organizations to avoid legal risks, financial penalties, and reputational damage. This article provides an overview of the key compliance requirements, common challenges, and best practices businesses should adopt to ensure compliance …
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Gary Schall Joins Arnold & Porter, Continuing Growth of Boston Office’s Transactional Practice
BOSTON, July 2, 2025 — Arnold & Porter announced today that Gary Schall has joined the firm’s Corporate & Finance practice as a partner and co-head of the Emerging Company and Venture Capital group, resident in Boston.
Ukraine’s sanctions have been cancelled
Ukraine’s sanctions against a former top executive of a French international financial group have been cancelled
Top 3 Trends in Ukraine’s Extradition and MLA Practice in 2024
Despite the ongoing full-scale war, Ukraine has remained a proactive participant in international legal cooperation. In 2024, three major trends have emerged in the area of mutual legal assistance (MLA) and extradition, highlighting both institutional resilience and a growing level of foreign engagement.