In the case of Re China Properties Group Limited (in Liquidation) [2023] HKCFI 2346, the Hong Kong Court has shown its commitment to providing assistance to local liquidators...

In a recent consultation paper seeking public feedback on proposals to expand the paperless listing regime (Consultation), the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (Exchange)

Umbrella fund structures in the Cayman Islands are commonly established either as an exempted company ("EC") or as a segregated portfolio company ("SPC").

Every family is different, not just in terms of the dynamics of its constituent members, but in terms of its accumulated wealth, investments, real estate, or any underlying operating businesses.

In a recent decision, the High Court in England provided helpful guidance on the high evidential bar that must be satisfied for the English courts to grant the exceptional interim...

The introduction of new domestic fund regimes in two Asian financial centres, which includes Hong Kong's limited partnership legislation for private funds, has renewed focus on the benefits of a robust corporate governance framework.

No one expected that the culprit responsible for putting an end to Wall Street's 11-year "bull market" would be the COVID-19 pandemic. With many countries in lockdown, the COVID-19 pandemic has battered..

Recently, we see a significant uptick in ESG litigations in different parts of the world. Together with this trend came activists' attempts to make use of judicial channel to hold companies accountable...

In a recent disciplinary action, the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) censured directors of a listed company for failure to fulfil fiduciary duties and duties of skill...

Grand Field Group Holdings Limited (the "Company") was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and carried on the business of property development and sales in China through its subsidiaries.

In the current economic climate, and particularly in the context of the implications of COVID-19 (coronavirus), many businesses are considering restructuring and/or rescheduling indebtedness.

This is an appeal case concerning whether an individual is liable for additional penalty tax for signing an incorrect profits tax return for a company in which he/she holds a directorship.

Diversity & inclusion remains a priority for many businesses, even during these challenging times. A large part of recent conversation concerns encouraging greater female representation on corporate boards...

In a recent Statement of Disciplinary Action, the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEx) censured Xinyuan Property Management Service (Cayman) Ltd for having conducted 11 separate...

In a recent statement of disciplinary action, The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEX) censured a former executive director (the Director) for providing inaccurate, incorrect...

Trusts offer a range of benefits for families with complex assets or family succession issues who are seeking to move away from direct ownership to a structure...

On 19 June 2020, the SFC commenced proceedings in the Market Misconduct Tribunal against Tianhe Chemicals Group Limited and its executive director, Wei Xuan, under section 277 of the Securities and Futures Ordinance ...

The Government has recently tabled a bill before the Legislative Council introducing changes to the company names system. Among other reforms, the proposal gives the Companies Registrar a power to substitute company names which are adjudged by the court to be infringing another's rights.

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Yes. Under the Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622), every Hong Kong company – whether private or public – is required to appoint a company secretary.