Month: May 2024
The Question of ‘Reforming Land Administration’ in Tackling Poverty in Bangladesh
By Safayat Sikder Sakib Introduction In Bangladesh, there is a strong connection between poverty and land, especially in rural regions where a significant number of people do not have access to land. Throughout history, the allocation and administration of land have consistently benefited the affluent, placing […]
Resolving legal disputes in Vietnam’s diverse and dynamic economy. An interview with James Pham
James Pham is an arbitrator with TRACENT and Managing Partner at VSE Lawyers. In this interview with Asia Law Portal, he reflects on his career helping to solve legal disputes in Vietnam’s diverse and dynamic economy. You are an arbitrator with TRACENT and Managing Partner at […]
Four Carey Olsen lawyers star in Asian Legal Business Offshore Client Choice 2024
Carey Olsen Singapore partner Helen Wang and counsel Kate Lan, Rebecca Lee and Amelia Tan have been featured in the Asian Legal Business (ALB) Offshore Client Choice list for 2024. Asian Legal Business (ALB) curates the Offshore Client Choice list by identifying outstanding offshore lawyers who have built exceptional relationships with their clients. […]
Singapore law firm Moriah Law LLC advises ADDX on launch of first-of-its-kind multi-issuer programme for digitised bonds
Moriah Law LLC has advised private market exchange ADDX in establishing a Multi-Issuer Debt Issuance Programme (MIDIP) for companies to issue digitised commercial paper and bonds on ADDX FI, ADDX’s dedicated segment for commercial paper and bonds. The inaugural offering under the MIDIP closed on 2 […]
Leading Hong Kong Law Firm Oldham, Li & Nie Pioneers Elder Law Practice to Serve the Community
Oldham, Li & Nie, a leading independent law firm, is pleased to announce that it will be the first Hong Kong law firm to establish a dedicated Elder Law Practice Group. This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant milestone in the legal landscape of the HKSAR. Through […]
Constitutional Borrowing and Transplants: Analyzing Legal Influences and Adaptations in the Context of Bangladesh
By Sabrin Hoque Background Constitutional borrowing refers to the process by which a country or jurisdiction adopts or incorporates constitutional principles, ideas, or provisions from another legal system. Constitutional borrowing and transplants have been practised throughout history, particularly during periods of constitutional reform or the establishment […]
India’s Robust Economic Growth
India is witnessing its 5-year exercise to decide on its future as general elections are progressing through the length and breadth of this vast country. The economic growth prospects seem to have improved significantly as global financial institutions cite robust economic growth for India. Asian Development […]
Sayere Nazabi Sayem reflects on her career as a legal writer in Bangladesh
Dhaka-based Sayere Nazabi Sayem is an Apprentice Lawyer and a recent graduate from the Department of Law, North South University. Her career focus is writing on legal & socially pressing topics – including human and animal rights. In this interview with Asia Law Portal, she explains […]
Patrick Dransfield Joins the Sino International Professional Advisory Council (SIPAC) as Senior Advisor
The Sino International Professional Advisory Council (SIPAC) is pleased to announce that Patrick Dransfield has joined the platform as a non-executive director and senior advisor. Patrick is currently based in Abu Dhabi and continues in his role as Client Relations Director with the Emirati law firm […]