Understanding the Ultimate Beneficial Owner in UAE Businesses: Insights from Cabinet Decisions No. 109/2023 and No. 132/2023
In recent years, the UAE has taken significant steps to enhance transparency and combat financial crimes within its business landscape.
Thailand’s Land Ownership: A Unique Exception for Foreigners
In Thailand, non-Thais are legally prohibited from owning land. This rule aims to ensure that Thailand maintains sovereignty over its land and natural resources while preventing excessive foreign ownership.
Proposed Enhancement of Data Privacy Protection under the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, Hong Kong (the “PCPD”) oversees the enforcement of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Chapter 486 of the laws of Hong Kong) (the “PDPO”),
Assessing Damages in Construction Contracts – Part II
I. INTRODUCTION This is the second part of our series on the subject of damages in construction and infrastructure disputes. The first part can be accessed, here.
Meme Trademarks
Leveraging Internet humour and turning it into brands.
Registrability of Religious Names and Symbols as Trademarks
Religion is deeply intrinsic to the Indian society and has inevitably permeated all aspects of Indian lifestyle, including trade and commerce. Since religious names and symbols are generally considered a common heritage, this article delves into the legal framework for registering religious names and symbols as trademarks in India.
Financial Services Compliance in Malta
Ganado Advocates has contributed the Malta chapter in the 2024 edition of Lexology Panoramic: Financial Services Compliance.
Corporate M&A in Malta
Ganado Advocates has contributed the Malta chapter in the 2024 edition of the Chambers Corporate M&A Global Practice Guide.
Landmark Ruling: Supreme Court Overturns PIPC Sanctions Against E-commerce Platform Operators
We are pleased to inform you of a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court of Korea which has significant implications for e-commerce platform operators within the country.
Court Auction of Sea Vessels: Notice to Creditors
The Court of Appeal, in its Superior Jurisdiction, composed of Chief Justice Mark Chetcuti, Mr Justice Christian Falzon Scerri and Madam Justice Josette Demicoli, in the case Mediterranean Trading Shipping Co Limited vs the Vessel M/T Turu and others,