December 10 was International Human Rights Day, marked around the world to reinforce the fundamental importance of upholding human rights in the face of conflicts, violence and oppression.

Last month saw the conclusion of the latest round of UN negotiations concerning a proposed treaty on business and human rights.

The Asset publishes the first part of an article discussing the social element of ESG, authored by Corporate & Securities partner Mark Uhrynuk and foreign registered lawyer Alexander Burdulia (both Hong Kong).

The sustainable investing market is witnessing remarkable growth: since 2018, annual cash flows into sustainable funds have increased tenfold.

Hong Kong's top court has confirmed that the status of same-sex couples who have entered civil partnerships overseas is to be recognised when considering the grant of dependent visas.

The Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal ruled this week that the government was in breach of fundamental rights under the Hong Kong Bill of Rights by failing to provide a framework...

The widely reported case of QT v. Director of Immigration has sent rainbow-coloured ripples through the Hong Kong community.

There are two different legal aid schemes in Hong Kong, namely civil legal aid and criminal legal aid.

Hong Kong's Chief Executive Carrie Lam delivered her most recent Policy Address a couple of weeks ago.

On July 2, 2020, the US Congress passed the Hong Kong Autonomy Act (HKAA), providing for mandatory sanctions against individuals, entities and financial institutions in response to China's National Security Law for Hong Kong.

On 23 February 2022, the European Commission published its much-anticipated draft corporate sustainability and due diligence directive (the Draft Directive).

Hong Kong's Advance Decision on Life-sustaining Treatment Ordinance has officially commenced, establishing a statutory framework for advance medical directives and do-not-attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation orders. This comprehensive guide examines the implementation details, practical storage arrangements through the eHealth system, and critical requirements for both patients and healthcare providers navigating this new legal landscape.

On 30 June 2020, the Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security (the Law) in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) took effect.