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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 …
UK: One month to deadline for implementing FCA and PRA whistleblowing rules
Given the distractions of the summer holiday season and the aftermath of the Brexit referendum, it would be understandable if other developments slipped …
Middle East Financial Services Briefing
A round-up of key legal and regulatory developments in the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and Saudi Arabia Overview and review …
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