03/27/2023
Bird & Bird assists Qair Polska S.A. in concluding one of the largest Corporate PPAs on the Polish market
This is without doubt one of the largest transactions of its kind on the Polish market
Government Regulation
03/24/2023
Form of BVI Annual Return Published
The form of the annual return has been published and fortunately a simple balance sheet and income statement will suffice.
03/24/2023
Special Economic Zone Companies in the Cayman Islands
It deals in broad terms with the requirements of Cayman law for the establishment and operation of such entities, including the requirements applicable to all exempted companies.
03/24/2023
Key Updates of Green, Social and Sustainability-Linked Loan Principles
All transactions completed prior to 9 March 2023 will be exempted from following the updated Principles and Guidance
03/24/2023
HKEx Warns Issuers Over Misleading Generic Statements on Auditor Resignations
Resignation announcement is specifically highlighted as a problematic area of such “partial truth” disclosure.
03/24/2023
EU pharma law reform faces further delay
A rescheduled date of mid-March 2023 was subsequently envisaged for the announcement before this too was pushed back to 29 March
03/24/2023
UK financial regulator warns firms off D&I vagueness
The Review will now extend its target-setting to companies in the FTSE 350 index.
03/23/2023
Proliferation and Proliferation Financing in Guernsey
In 2020 the FATF revised its Standards to require countries, financial institutions, designated non-financial businesses and professions and virtual asset service providers to identify, assess, understand and mitigate their PPF risks.
03/23/2023
New EU foreign subsidies regime will increase costs and complexity in M&A deals
If the Commission finds that the foreign contributions in question constitute subsidies which distort the EU market, it can adopt remedial measures.
03/23/2023
A guide to funds and private equity in Jersey
Our team of leading Jersey funds lawyers have substantial experience advising on the full spectrum of fund strategies and asset classes
03/23/2023
Navigating the challenges of sensitive workplace investigations: Key takeaways
The important point here is that both investigators are comfortable with the content of the report and the conclusions drawn.
03/23/2023
Are your bank accounts safe? A summary of FDIC insurance coverage
The rules governing coverage amounts vary depending on whether the account is owned by one person, co-owners, through a trust or legal entity, among other factors.
03/22/2023
HR Investigations across jurisdictions
For many types of HR investigations, there are no statutory process requirements for the conduct of the investigation.
03/22/2023
Herbert Smith Freehills Launches Updated Guide to Corporate Restructuring, Turnaround and Insolvency in Asia Pacific
Transfer Act designed to assist financial institutions, China’s Shenzen Special Economic Zone Personal Bankruptcy Regulations, and changes to the Singapore International Commercial Court.
03/22/2023
DOJ Issues Further Guidance, Warnings on Ephemeral Messaging Apps
The DOJ’s guidance on messaging apps comes against the backdrop of a renewed focus on corporate enforcement and vigilance against corporate malfeasance.
03/21/2023
Revised ELTIF Regulation Published in the Official Journal
ELTIFs will allow retail investors the opportunity to invest in companies and projects that need long-term capital
03/21/2023
VARA's New Regulations for Virtual Assets in Dubai
VASPs operating in Dubai are now subject to increased regulatory requirements
03/20/2023
Cash or Security: The Cost of an Interim Injunction in BVI Proceedings
The cross undertaking in damages contained in the WFO was not fortified.
03/20/2023
Limited partners' statutory right to information concerning a Cayman Islands exempted limited partnership remains wide and unqualified
On 10 March 2023, the Honourable Justice Parker handed down his decision
03/20/2023
Wealth management updates: Take with one hand and give with the other! Changes to residency routes in Singapore
To attract more highly skilled foreign investors, professionals, and talent, Singapore has introduced a range of initiatives to boost foreign investment and complement its workforce.