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Corporate Crime Monthly Update September 2016
Welcome to the September 2016 edition of our corporate crime update - our round up of developments in relation to corruption, money …
New SFC guidance on client agreement requirements
In the light of the queries raised by Herbert Smith Freehills following industry consultation, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued …
UAE Cabinet Approves Bankruptcy Law Reforms
The lack of a modern bankruptcy law, and possible criminal prosecution for debt default, has long been a major issue for entrepreneurs in many parts of …
Preparing for the new anti-bribery regime in Korea
In an e-bulletin published in March 2015, we reported that the South Korean National Assembly passed the “Act on the Prohibition of Illegal Solicitations …
EU extends the duration of asset freeze in relation to Ukraine's territorial integrity
On 15 September 2016, the European Council announced that the EU's Russia-related asset freezing measures imposed in relation to Ukraine's territorial …
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New Market Abuse powers for the FCA (2) Powers to require information from issuers, PDMRs and persons closely associated to PDMRs The Financial Services …
Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect targeted for launch around November 2016
Following from the launch of Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect (Shanghai-HK SC) in November 2014, the Securities and Futures Commission and the China …
Hong Kong OTC derivatives update: Are you ready for 1 September 2016?
On 1 September 2016, the first phase of mandatory clearing of over-the-counter (OTC) derivative transactions (Phase 1 Clearing) will be implemented. The …
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New Market Abuse powers for the FCA The Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Market Abuse) Regulations 2016 On 29 June 2016, the Government …
Herbert Smith Freehills launches new and updated Anti-Bribery Guide to Gifts, Entertainment, Travel and Training across Asia Pacific
Clients operating across Asia Pacific face strict anti-bribery laws often coupled with a cultural tradition of gift giving and relationship building. Our …
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Investment recommendations Increased scope The former Market Abuse Directive (MAD) imposed requirements designed to ensure the objective presentation of …
Hong Kong court rules in favour of investors in mis-selling claim: A departure from the recent trend
Earlier this week, the Hong Kong Court of First Instance handed down its judgment in relation to a mis-selling claim against a bank, ruling in favour of …
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