Asia: Government, Public Sector

A new decree on penalties for violations related to the crypto asset market creates compliance risks for offshore crypto asset exchanges in Vietnam that do not hold, and practically cannot obtain, a Vietnamese license, and for Vietnamese users who continue to transact on those platforms.

ベトナムの政治局決議第10号は、外国投資戦略を低コスト製造から高度技術・イノベーション重視へと転換し、成果主義に基づく新たな投資枠...

The Reserve Bank of India, Securities and Exchange Board of India, Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Competition Commission of India, and Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India announced a series of targeted regulatory interventions aimed at improving market efficiency and reducing regulatory friction. These measures are designed to deepen India's financial and commercial ecosystem while the country continues its economic diplomacy efforts abroad.

Vietnam enters a new phase of state-owned enterprise reform, shifting from high-profile consumer asset sales to strategic infrastructure and energy sector divestments. This transformation requires sophisticated international investors willing to accept minority stakes while the government maintains control through differentiated ownership levels. The success hinges on bridging valuation gaps, strengthening minority shareholder protections, and aligning SOE reforms with Vietnam's broader capital market ambit

Foreign investment in Indian limited liability partnerships faces significant restrictions compared to companies, requiring both 100% FDI under automatic route and no performance conditions. This asymmetrical treatment excludes LLPs from sectors like construction and industrial parks, despite their structural capability to meet operational requirements. The article examines whether these blanket restrictions serve legitimate regulatory purposes or unnecessarily curtail capital access for a flexible business

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (‘DPIIT’) issued a Press Note No. 3 (2026 Series) on 23 July 2026 amending the Consolidated FDI Policy Circular of 2020 dated 15 October 2020 (‘FDI Policy’) in relation to foreign funded e-commerce companies.

GPS spoofing poses a sophisticated threat to Indian civil aviation, manipulating navigation systems through fake satellite signals that can mislead aircraft off course. As incidents increase near...

The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority has issued two new binding rules that will fundamentally reshape compliance obligations for financial service providers, including mutual funds, private funds, and SIBA registrants. These rules convert previously non-binding guidance into enforceable requirements with significant penalties for non-compliance, mandating enhanced anti-money laundering programs, sanctions screening protocols, and independent audit obligations.

Japan is undergoing its most significant transformation in defense policy since World War II, driven by a changing Asia-Pacific security environment, growing US pressure on allies, and the convergence of economic and national security. Under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, reforms are being translated into greater military capabilities and a more proactive security strategy. For businesses, this transformation presents significant opportunities across Japan's defense industrial base, though careful balancing

Myanmar's military junta is pursuing international legitimacy through elections and diplomatic engagement despite ongoing civil war and territorial losses.

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.

India's stand-up comedy ecosystem has evolved into a significant form of cultural and political expression, but recent controversies involving comedians and digital creators have raised complex constitutional questions. How does the fundamental right to free speech under Article 19(1)(a) balance against legitimate restrictions under Article 19(2), and when does provocative humour cross the line from protected expression to legally actionable content?