Legal & Regulatory

Singapore to Revoke E-meeting Provision for Business Entities from July 1, 2023

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Singapore’s “alternative arrangements for meetings” that allow organizations to call, hold, or conduct meetings electronically will be removed as of July 1, 2023.

Singapore Launches ESG Impact Hub: What it Means for Green Finance

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Singapore recently launched the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) Impact Hub to promote the country’s ESG ecosystem and set global standards for green and sustainable finance.

How to Obtain Halal Certification in Malaysia

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Foreign companies looking to obtain a Halal certification in Malaysia must apply to the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM). JAKIM will then conduct an on-site inspection of the applicant’s premises.

Companies in Singapore Must Now Maintain Register of Nominee Shareholders and Nominators

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Singaporean and foreign companies are now obligated to maintain a non-public register of nominee shareholders and their nominators.

Intellectual Property Financing in Indonesia

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Indonesia’s GR 24/2022 is a new regulation that allows people and businesses in the creative economy to use their IP assets as collateral for financing from banks.

Indonesia Enacts First Personal Data Protection Law: Key Compliance Requirements

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The new law stipulates the types of legal basis for obtaining and processing personal data and penalties for violation.

How to Change a Company Name in Vietnam

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Changing a company name in Vietnam be challenging and time-consuming. However, understanding the regulations on business name changes can help alleviate some of these challenges.

Exploring Singapore’s New Sugar Regulations and What it Means for Foreign Investors

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Singapore has elected to widen its regulations aimed at curbing the nation’s sugar intake.

Indonesia Allows Stock Market Multiple Voting Rights to Lure Tech Listings

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Indonesia’s OJK Regulation No. 22/2021 allows tech companies to have multiple voting rights when they conduct an IPO in the country’s stock exchange.

How to Obtain Halal Certification in Indonesia

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Indonesia’s GR 39/2021 mandates businesses in most industries to be Halal compliant and Halal certified.

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