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𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐧𝐚𝐦 𝐌&𝐀 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭: 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒. The M&A activities in 2023 are still not as exciting and dynamic as expected. However, with encouraging signals in M&A deals, particularly in the real estate and technology sectors in the latter half of 2023, along with policy changes aimed at attracting foreign investment, the Vietnamese M&A market is expected to recover and thrive in 2024. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d5wEY7aM #VietnamLawFirm, #LawFirmInVietnam, #DoingBusinessInVietnam, #ASL, #ASLLAW, #HanoiLawFirm, #HoChiMinhLawFirm, #RealEstateandConstructionLaw, #MA, #BankingFinance, #InvestmentLaw, #Business, #VietnamMAmarketpredictionsfor2024, #VietnamMAmarketOverviewof2023, #VietnamMAmarketpredictions.

The April 2024 issue of IHC Magazine is now live! As we round off the first quarter of this year, we are proud to showcase our 𝗜𝗛𝗖 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯. These firms have been selected by our IHC community in recognition of their invaluable contribution to their clients’ businesses. This issue also delved into Vietnam's legal landscape and perspectives, including: ·      Insights on the upcoming land overhaul by Duyen Ha Vo from VILAF. ·      Huu Minh Nhut Nguyen of Russin & Vecchi shares his views on the country’s borrowing landscape; ·      LNT & Partners’ Bui Hong (LNT), Thien Ngo, and Cong Le provided recent case law updates regarding M&A Arbitration in Vietnam. Across the sea, we explore investment opportunities in the Philippines with Carla Mapalo, Amber Shawn Gagajena, and Ma. Andrea Naguit of Villaraza & Angangco. Also featured in this issue, Kenneth Wong from Link REIT, recently recognized as one of the IHC Counsel of the Year 2023, who shares his approach to becoming a successful in-house counsel. We also cover the latest deals, partner-level moves, and legal industry news. To access the eMagazine, click here: https://lnkd.in/gHzq2FHT. #InHouseCommunity #IHCMagazine #IHC #InHouseCounsel #GeneralCounsel #Legalinsights #LegalUpdates #IHCFotY2023 #Vietnam #Philippines #lawfirms #VILAF #LNTandPartners #RussinandVecchi #VillarazaAndAngangco

In the latest issue of Asian Legal Business, Carey Olsen Singapore managing partner Anthony McKenzie and Hong Kong managing partner Michael Padarin were interviewed on some key trends for offshore law firms in 2024. Click on the link below to see their full responses to the Q&A, in which the pair discussed topics such as the effect of the evolving regulatory landscape, emerging sectors in the Asia-pacific region, and the growing demand for legal expertise in sustainable finance and green investment. #ALB #OffshoreLaw #Singapore #HongKong #SustainableFinance 

We are delighted to be a contributing firm to the Chambers Global Practice Guide – “Doing Business in …” . Our chapter on Nigeria Law and Practice provides expert insights on the legal framework for foreign investments in Nigeria, especially commenting on corporate vehicles and business initialisation, employment law, tax law, competition law , intellectual property and data protection. This comprehensive work distils all relevant legal issues including regulations and compliance on mergers, tax consolidation and transfer pricing, data protection and more. This is a useful resource to lawyers and investors across the globe, and anyone interested in gaining more depth in the Nigerian Investment Framework. Click on the link below to read. https://lnkd.in/dUQqeCaq   Tiwalola Osazuwa Rebecca Ebokpo Perpetua Onyeukwu LL.M, LL.M (Taxation), ACTI Ifeoluwa Ebiseni Nenjom A. Al-Ameen Sulyman Nahimat Yusuf #doingbusiness #gpg #globalpractice #law #practiceguide #aelex #chambersandpartners #chambersglobal #chamberspracticeguide

JOIN US ON ZOOM, 1 Sep 2023, Fri, 2.30pm Singapore Time via Zoom 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗜𝗗: 𝟴𝟯𝟴 𝟯𝟭𝟯𝟰 𝟳𝟳𝟮𝟮 (𝗡𝗼 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱) 😃 Happening on 1 Sep 2023, Fri, 2.30pm Singapore Time via Zoom 𝗚𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿-𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 This seminar builds upon the success of CIL’s 2022 SC Week partner event addressing “Conciliation and Mediation Provisions in Investor-State Dispute Settlement Provisions”. This year’s event will take the discussion forward by providing delegates with a practical and up-to-the-minute examination of the role that the Singapore Convention can play in resolving investor-state disputes by looking at (a) the applicability of the Singapore Convention to investor-state disputes; (b) treaty-making trends regarding the inclusion of mediation provisions in investment treaties; (c) the current state of play of the reform of institutional rules on mediation and conciliation of investor-state disputes (e.g., UNCITRAL and ICSID); and (d) practical challenges for investors and states to use mediation as an effective dispute resolution tool. 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 https://lnkd.in/gV6jHmcn 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼 https://lnkd.in/ghE9DbnP Ministry of Law, Singapore #SGMediates #SCWeek2023

What makes Singapore an investor-friendly jurisdiction, particularly for private equity investors? In their sixth contribution to the Singapore chapter of The International Comparative Legal Guide to Private Equity published by Global Legal Group, our experts Christian Chin and Kee Yeng Lee provide practical insights into private equity law in Singapore. #singapore #allenandgledhill #privateequity #investment

Our latest edition of the Baker McKenzie Global Private M&A Guide offers a holistic overview of key legal and regulatory M&A frameworks in nearly 40 jurisdictions, including South Africa, through all stages of the transaction process. Read more: https://bmcknz.ie/3UvvEYZ Conducting cross-border M&A transactions in the current climate is more challenging than ever - in addition to an economic slowdown and geopolitical concerns, businesses continue to face a rapidly changing and increasingly uncertain legal and regulatory landscape. So, staying up to date on the latest market trends and legal developments is critical. #transactionalpowerhouse

📰 AVCA's L&R Committee is pleased to present the latest AVCA Legal & Regulatory Bulletin. ✍ A Letter from the Chairs We start by thanking those who have contributed to this edition for their hard work and willingness to share insights on legal and regulatory developments across the African continent. We are committed to monitoring and reporting changes that impact private capital raising and investment in Africa. We also advocate for favourable policies, educate our membership, and inform a wider audience interested in the development and impact of private capital markets in Africa. In this bulletin, we explore legal, regulatory, and tax changes impacting the fundraising and transactional private equity and credit landscape.  We trust that you will find this bulletin enlightening. If you would like further information on anything in this bulletin or if there are any topics that you would like to see covered in future, please let us know. Yours,   Jennifer Chimanga, Partner, Clifford Chance  & Mark Kenderdine-Davies Chief Legal Officer, British International Investment TABLE OF CONTENTS PRIVATE EQUITY INVESTMENT IN UGANDA AND THE PROPOSED COMPETITION BILL  MMAKS Advocates | ALN Uganda | Fiona N Magona & Flavia Suubo OFFSHORE DISPOSAL OF SHARES IS NOW SUBJECT TO CAPITAL GAINS TAX IN KENYA Anjarwalla & Khanna | ALN Kenya | Daniel Ngumy & Dennis Chiruba CHANGES TO CARBON TRADING IN KENYA Anjarwalla & Khanna | ALN Kenya | Dominic Rebelo RWANDA – REGULATORY UPDATE FOR PRIVATE EQUITY INVESTORS K-Solutions & Partners | ALN Rwanda  | Emmanuel Muragijimana & Patrick Okello MARKET BUILDING EFFORTS ARE BEARING FRUIT British International Investment | Mark Kenderdine-Davies RECENT SECTORAL AND FISCAL DEVELOPMENTS: IMPLICATIONS FOR NIGERIAN INVESTMENTS   Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie | Folake Elias-Adebowale & ETIDO DAVID RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK OF THE ELECTRICITY INDUSTRY IN NIGERIA  Jackson, Etti & Edu | Taiwo Adeshina & Richmond Idaeho, MCIArb.(UK), ABR. MAURITIUS: NEW PRODUCTS TO BOOST FUND RAISING CAPABILITIES Bowmans (Law Firm) Mauritius | Bibi Nafiisah Jeehoo & Fazil Hossenkhan SOUTH AFRICAN PRIVATE EQUITY FIRMS RISE ABOVE GLOBAL ECONOMIC STRESS Webber Wentzel | Ashford Nyatsumba, Senthil Walter, Alyssa Smith & Mpho Duiker CO-INVESTING ALONG-SIDE AFRICAN PE FUND MANAGERS – AN OVERVIEW Debevoise & Plimpton | Geoff Burgess, Matthew Dickman & Toby Wenham Rogers OPTIMISING MERGER CONTROL REGULATION: A TOOL FOR INCREASING INVESTMENT IN AFRICA  Clifford Chance LLP | Christopher Ndegwa, Karim Vellani, & Daniel Harrison

Davis Polk partner Ken Lebrun discussed with Law.com International the increase in deal activity in the Japanese private equity markets as well as how local assets are becoming especially attractive to foreign investors. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gaUbbWEx #Japan #MergersAndAcquisitions #PrivateEquity