The Hong Kong Competition Commission (HKCC) has issued a recommendation that organizations inviting bids for contracts prohibit bidders from communicating with any other person prior to making a bid.

The Hong Kong Legislative Council Panel on Financial Affairs published, on 30 October, the Outcome of the Consultation on the Implementation of Global Minimum Tax and Hong Kong Minimum Top-up Tax (HKMTT), collectively the Pillar Two Global Anti-Base Erosion (GloBE) Rules.

A day of absence from work due to compliance with Government restrictions on movements is treated as a sickness day.

Following the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission's (SFC) HK$20 million fine on Changjiang Corporate Finance (HK) Limited (CJCF) for sponsor failures (see our previous alert...

On 17 February 2023, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) issued its first regular follow-up report on Hong Kong's compliance with the FATF Recommendations.

In Hong Kong, any person operating a money service is required to obtain a Money Service Operator (MSO) licence.

Improper registration for foreign enterprises in Hong Kong can lead to prosecution and fine. Partnering with local professionals can help you mitigate the risks of non-compliance.

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued a consultation paper proposing draft new guidelines on market soundings.

The 2025 Ius Laboris and Lewis Silkin APAC Employment Law Conference brought together legal experts and thought leaders to examine how demographic shifts, technological disruption...

There has been a timely reminder that the Data Protection Principles are meaningful and require observance.

On 4 September 2025, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS) issued the Compliance Guidelines for the Implementation of Non-Compete Agreements...

Whatever your business—whether you are an investor looking at new investments, managing existing positions or planning exits, or a corporate concerned with protecting and enhancing your business...

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The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued a circular that sets forth comprehensive guidelines and expectations for licensed corporations (LCs) regarding the responsible use...

Hong Kong companies can enjoy certain unique advantages in expanding to China. However, there are several key concerns they need to address and resolve in order to set up business in the country smoothly.

Gig workers refer to those under temporary, part-time, and flexible work arrangements. Publicly available statistics estimate that part-time roles represent 13.2%...

Herbert Smith Freehills has secured an important judgment from the Hong Kong Court of Appeal regarding escalation clauses – contractual provisions which require negotiation or mediation before...

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) in Hong Kong has reprimanded and fined Changjiang Corporate Finance (HK) Limited (CJCF) HK$20 million for serious and extensive sponsorship...

From January 2022, environmental, social and governance (ESG) funds, and climate-focused funds products will have to disclose how they incorporate ESG factors, report and reference ESG criteria,...

The OECD Inclusive Framework on BEPS (IF) published a statement on implementing a two-pillar solution under BEPS 2.0 back in October 20211.