This annual review looks back at the major developments in Intellectual Property law in 2025 across ASEAN jurisdictions, and looks ahead to the anticipated trends and developments of 2026.
Rajah & Tann Asia Intellectual Property Newsletter 2025-2026 Read More »
This review looks back at the major developments in employment law in 2025 in selected regional jurisdictions, and looks ahead to expected trends of 2026.
Rajah & Tann Asia Regional Employment Law Review 2025 Read More »
Our Regional Guide to Transfer Pricing sets out key aspects of the transfer pricing framework in Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Regional Guide to Transfer Pricing Read More »
The Patents (Amendment) Act provisions on post-grant patent opposition proceedings will come into force on 31 December 2025.
Regional Competition Bites Q3 2025 Read More »
The second quarter of 2025 continues to see a notable uptick in competition and consumer protection activity across Southeast Asia.
Regional Competition Bites Q2 2025 Read More »
On 16 July 2025, Rajah & Tann Asia’s Competition & Antitrust and Trade Practice organised the Regional Competition & Trade Conference, titled “A Day in the Life of a Business: Managing Merger Control in an Acquisition and Dealing with Collusive Behaviour and a Trade Crisis”.
On 10 April 2025, Rajah & Tann Asia organised the Regional Employment Conference 2025 with the theme “Navigating Cross-jurisdictional Employment
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2024 has been phenomenal for Rajah & Tann Asia, as we celebrated our network’s 10th Anniversary and launched a new
Happy New Year from Rajah & Tann Asia Read More »
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Conference Highlights: Regional Competition Conference 2024 Panel 3 Read More »
The past year has seen a slew of developments in the area of employment law across the region. These range
Regional Employment Law Review 2024 Read More »
On 26 September 2024, Rajah & Tann Asia (“RTA“) organised the Regional Competition Conference 2024, the 11th instalment of this premier event.
According to the ASEAN Investment report, foreign direct investments (“FDI”) inflows to developing Asia remained robust at US$662 billion in 2022.
A Guide to Private M&A in Asia Read More »
On 16 May 2024, Rajah & Tann Asia organised a conference titled “At the Frontier: Conquering New Heights in the Data & Digital Economy” held in Kuala Lumpur.
At the Frontier: Conquering New Heights in the Data & Digital Economy Read More »
In our first Regional Competition Bites for 2024, we continue to see important regulatory developments unfolding across Southeast Asia. Malaysia is finally set to introduce merger control legislation in parliament this year, while the Philippines has raised mandatory merger notification thresholds.
Regional Competition Bites Q1 2024 Read More »
On 24 April 2024 and 25 April 2024, Rajah & Tann Asia (“RTA“) organised side events during the IPBA Annual Meeting and Conference in Japan.
Discovering Opportunities and Navigating the Regulatory Landscape in Southeast Asia Read More »
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) recognises the crucial role of energy in driving the region’s growth. This has led to two key priorities: (i) energy security; and (ii) clean energy development.
A Guide to Renewable Energy in Southeast Asia Read More »
2023 has shown that the Competition regulators in Southeast Asia are a force to be reckoned with, taking a front-seat in the region.
Regional Competition Report 2023 Read More »
To wrap up the year 2023 and further to our Regional Trade Mid-year Highlights issued in August last year, we are pleased to present an overview of the various trade law related developments in the region.
Regional Trade Year-end Highlights 2023 Read More »
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Regional Competition Conference 2023 EP2 Read More »
The podcast can also be streamed on the following platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6xQS0T3qImFC0Uy89Ethl3 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJNos4207as Anchor: https://anchor.fm/competitionbites/episodes/Competition-Bites-EP-4-Leveraging-Free-Trade-Agreements-in-Southeast-Asia-e1n6puv
Regional Competition Conference 2023 EP 1 Read More »
We are pleased to present our 3rd Regional Competition Bites for 2023. The third quarter has seen important regulatory developments and enforcement action across Southeast Asia.
Regional Competition Bites Q3 2023 Read More »
On 5 October 2023, Rajah & Tann Asia’s Competition & Antitrust and Trade Practice organised the 10th Regional Competition Conference
Rajah & Tann Asia’s 10th Regional Competition Conference Read More »
The core principle of the digital economy is connectivity, finding its form in the digital links between people, organisations and
A keen understanding of the nature of real estate and the legal and regulatory issues related to this asset class
A Guide to the Real Estate Industry in Asia Read More »
2023 has been an odd year where seemingly global trade appears to have slowed down somewhat. Yet, trade regulations have
Regional Trade Mid-Year Highlights 2023 Read More »
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立杰亚洲 科技、媒体和电信区域法律资讯 Read More »
As governments, corporates and individuals double down on efforts on their sustainability and environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) agenda, there
Managing Greenwashing Risks: A Southeast Asian Lens Read More »
This Rajah & Tann Regional Competition Bites provides an overview of the key competition updates in South-east Asia during the
Regional Competition Bites Q1 2023 Read More »
2022 has been an interesting year as the world emerged from the pandemic. Hard core restrictions from the pandemic are
Rajah & Tann Asia’s Annual Regional Trade Report 2022 Read More »
2022 has been an interesting year as the world emerged from the pandemic. Hard core restrictions from the pandemic are
Rajah & Tann Asia’s Annual Regional Competition Report 2022 Read More »
Two member firms of Rajah & Tann Asia, Rajah & Tann Singapore and R&T Asia (Thailand), have contributed the Singapore
Globally, nations and regulators are rallying their people and businesses to combat climate change. At the most recent 2021 United
A Guide to Renewable Energy in Southeast Asia Read More »
Rajah & Tann recently contributed an article titled “Investment opportunities in ASEAN post-RCEP” to the India Business Law Journal, a
2021 has witnessed various developments related to trade law across Southeast Asia. In this publication, we provide a snapshot of
Regional Trade Highlights 2021 Read More »
The nature of fraud and asset tracing has becoming increasingly complex in light of globalisation and the almost seamless interconnectivity
Regional Guide on Fraud and Asset Tracing Litigation Read More »
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Competition Bites EP 2: Merger Notifications in Southeast Asia: Do Not Ignore! Read More »
A keen understanding of the nature of real estate and the legal and regulatory issues related to this asset class
A Guide to the Real Estate Industry in Asia Read More »
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about a renewed realisation on how existential threats can debilitate the global economy. With this,
A Guide to Sustainable Financing in Southeast Asia Read More »
In this issue, we report on the amendments to the rules of service of admiralty writs and warrants of arrest in Malaysia to ensure safety amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. We also look at developments in the rules for the registration and licensing of shipbreaking and ship recycling in the Philippines.
Shipping Law Updates – August 2021 Read More »
We are pleased to bring you the 2021 Regional Guide to Lending and Taking Security in Southeast Asia (“Guide“). This
Guide to Lending and Security in Southeast Asia Read More »
COVID-19, the disease caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has spread across the globe causing severe
Guide on COVID-19 Vaccination: Regulatory Issues Read More »
We are pleased to bring you the 2021 Regional Guide to Public Mergers & Acquisitions in Southeast Asia (“Guide“). The
Regional Guide to Public Mergers & Acquisitions in Southeast Asia Read More »
With Asia becoming more economically integrated with the signing of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Agreement, we share with
A Guide to Private Mergers & Acquisitions in Asia Read More »
As business and commerce becomes increasingly cross-border in nature, it is important for businesses to have knowledge of restructuring and
Restructuring & Insolvency Regimes in Southeast Asia: A Comparative Overview Read More »
As the custodians of the country, Governments are entrusted with the responsibility to develop new public facilities and infrastructure, operate
Guide to Procurement of Infrastructure Projects in Southeast Asia Read More »
International corruption has been estimated to cost a massive $3.6 trillion annually in the form of bribes and stolen money,
A Quick Anti-corrruption Guide for Businesses in ASEAN, China & Japan Read More »
The global economy has taken a staggering hit following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Country after country has announced
COVID-19 : Employers’ Road to Reopening Read More »
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