Self Sponsorship Visa: Governance & Compliance Ensuring UK Self-Sponsorship Compliance
What is a Self Sponsorship Visa in the UK? A Self Sponsorship Visa is a way for non-UK nationals to live and work in the UK through their own businesses without having to depend on a third-party employer to sponsor them. This means that you acquire a UK-registered business which sponsors your Skilled Worker visa. …
Before you close the Deal: Let us talk Disclosure Letters
Authored by: Lovejeet Singh (Partner, Corporate & Aviation) and Shivani (Senior Associate, General Corporate and Transactions) In the bustle of due diligence and preparation of transaction documents, the ‘Disclosure Letter’ often gets overlooked and surfaces at the eleventh hour just prior to signing or closing. Why is it a problem when you are focused on …
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Outline of China Patent System – PCT International Patent Applications
Legislation The Patent Law is enacted to protect the legitimate rights of patentees, to encourage inventions-creations, to advance the exploitation of inventions-creations, to enhance innovation capability, and to promote the progress of science and technology and the development of economy and society.
The Future of Banking Compliance Lawyers: Embracing Innovation and AI to Better Serve Banks and Customers in Cyprus and Beyond.
What does it mean to run a business in a financial world that never stands still? The world of banking and finance is undergoing rapid transformation. From the rise of digital platforms and alternative payment systems to the expanding scope of regulatory oversight, today’s financial environment is more complex and fast-paced than ever. At the …
WHY THAILAND REMAINS A STRATEGIC INVESTMENT DESTINATION AMID GLOBAL UNCERTAINTY
As the world grapples with geopolitical instability and shifting global trade dynamics – including the recent tensions along the Thai-Cambodian border and U.S. tax pressure – foreign investors may naturally feel cautious. However, a deeper look at Thailand’s economic fundamentals, legal framework, and proactive government policies reveals a resilient and attractive investment landscape.
FAQ and All You Need to Know about Incorporating a Company in Thailand
Despite recent political unrest and ongoing border conflicts, Thailand has continued to attract foreign investors across several business sectors in recent years. While the overall concept of company incorporation may be similar to that of other countries, the specific criteria and process for establishing a company in Thailand differ in important ways.
What signals is new Company Law sending to market?
Since its implementation on 1 July 1994, the Company Law has played a crucial role in China’s reform and opening up, effectively achieving the legislative goal of encouraging investment. To date, more than 40 million companies have been established, and nearly 10,000 public companies are listed on the Shanghai, Shenzhen and Beijing stock exchanges, as …
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Tighter listing rules on main boards fuel favour for fledgling BSE
As a crucial component of China’s multi-tiered capital market, the Beijing Stock Exchange (BSE), established in September 2021, is approaching its third anniversary. According to official data, 239 companies with a total market value of RMB449.64 billion (USD62.73 billion) and average price-to-earnings ratio of 24.20 were listed on the BSE by the end of 2023. …
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New rules on listed companies’ governance
The separation of ownership and control creates agency problems that underpin the need for robust corporate governance in listed companies. As research evolves, governance frameworks increasingly address balancing interests between majority and minority shareholders, as well as between shareholders and external creditors. Unlike private small and medi um-sized enterprises, which often rely on principle-based regulations …
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Navigating legal challenges facing construction project owners
With large contractors dominating the market, SME owners are confronted by higher hurdles in construction disputes, making contract management and legal strategy crucial