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  • Employment law in Indonesia - an overview

    Inbrief

    01 February 2021

    Although still a largely agrarian economy, Indonesia is rapidly industrialising and diversifying into other spheres. The continuous and steady growth of the country makes Indonesia an attractive place for business in the coming years. It is important that organizations currently doing business in the country or considering doing so are aware of the often strict employment laws in Indonesia.

  • Employment law in Hong Kong - an overview

    Inbrief

    01 February 2021

    With its historical ties with the West and reputation as a “gateway” to Mainland China, it is not surprising that Hong Kong is already home for many Western companies and is top of the list for those wishing to expand into Asia Pacific. This in-brief provides an overview of employment law in Hong Kong.

  • Employment law in Vietnam - an overview

    Inbrief

    04 January 2021

    Over the past few decades, Vietnam has moved from a centrally-based economy to one with significant market features.

  • Employment law in China - an overview

    Inbrief

    04 January 2021

    China’s strong economy, large manufacturing base and burgeoning consumer market make it an irresistible place for many Western companies to do business. This in-brief provides a snapshot of some of the key aspects of Chinese employment law. Our Hong Kong office was opened to meet a growing demand from many of our clients for coordinated employment and immigration/global mobility support across the Asia Pacific region (including China).

  • Employment law in the Republic of Korea – an overview

    Inbrief

    04 January 2021

    The Republic of Korea (often referred to as South Korea and in this in-brief as Korea) has one of Asia’s strongest performing economies and is home to some of the world’s largest brands. Despite its fast ageing population and a chronically low level of productivity, Korea continues to be popular place to invest for foreign companies.

  • Employment law in Philippines - an overview

    Inbrief

    01 December 2020

    Despite the lingering global economic slowdown, the Philippine economy has outperformed most of its ASEAN neighbours.

  • Employment law in Australia - an overview

    Inbrief

    01 December 2020

    Despite the economic slowdown in Australia over the last few years, real GDP has grown by 3.1% year on year and is expected to remain stable at this mark for the remainder of 2016 and 2017.

  • Employment law in Singapore – an overview

    Inbrief

    01 December 2020

    Singapore’s rapid economic development since it gained independence in 1965 is well documented. This economic success, combined with the country’s lightly regulated business environment, has long made it a natural “hub” for many multinational employers. This in-brief provides an overview of some of the key aspects of employment law in Singapore.

  • Employment law in Thailand – an overview

    Inbrief

    01 December 2020

    Despite several years of relative political uncertainty, the business climate in Thailand continues to be positive and welcoming to foreign investment. The country’s participation in the recently established Association of Southeast Nations (ASEAN) Economic Community can only be expected to continue this trend. This in-brief provides a snapshot of the key aspects of employment law in Thailand.

  • Employee share schemes in Hong Kong - an overview

    Inbrief

    26 May 2020

    Our Hong Kong office advises on all aspects of employee share schemes in Hong Kong and can co-ordinate, with our international network of partner firms on the implementation of schemes across the Asia Pacific region.

  • Why have tailored articles of association and even a shareholders agreement

    Inbrief

    13 December 2018

    If you are setting up a company with your business partner, you may be tempted to rely solely on the statutory default articles of association for private companies limited by shares (the Model Articles) to govern the internal procedures of the company, and the corporate relationship between you. These notes show why you really should consider having articles that are tailored to your circumstances, and even a shareholders’ agreement, between you and your partner - even if you wouldn’t dream of falling out with him or her.

  • Share buy backs - what’s the fuss?

    Inbrief

    13 December 2018

    When a company is planning a share buy back (or purchase of its own shares) it’s time to be careful. This note explains why you need to be careful, and summarises the company law issues that must be addressed in advance before the company enters into any commitments.

  • Establishing a business presence in the UK

    Inbrief

    26 November 2018

    If you are a non-UK corporate body and you wish to establish a business presence in the UK, this brief guide covers the main issues you need to consider. Establishing an operating subsidiary, branch or other business presence in the UK is a straightforward process, and can be achieved very quickly and at minimal cost.

  • Disclosure Pilot Scheme to start in January 2019

    Inbrief

    29 October 2018

    The Civil Procedure Rule Committee has approved the new Practice Direction which sets down rules for a mandatory disclosure pilot scheme. It will run for two years in the Business and Property Courts in England and Wales, starting on 1 January 2019.

  • Protecting your business

    Inbrief

    19 July 2018

    Protecting your business from competitive threats is vital. Losing a team or a key employee to a competitor can be extremely damaging. You may lose clients, prospects, and other staff. Your valuable confidential information may be put at risk.

  • Frequently asked questions on termination payments

    Inbrief

    25 May 2018

    Our FAQs Inbrief looks at some of the common tax questions that arise on termination of employment.

  • Reducing business costs - alternatives to redundancy

    Inbrief

    25 May 2018

    When businesses run into financial difficulties and need to reduce costs, the knee-jerk reaction is often to consider the scope for job cuts.

  • Taxation of payments in lieu of notice

    Inbrief

    25 May 2018

    From 6 April 2018 new rules took effect to ensure that all payments in lieu of notice (PILONs) are subject to income tax and NICs in full. The rules emerged from a Government consultation on the simplification of the tax treatment of termination payments which was first launched in 2012. Far from simplifying the taxation, the rules are complex and, in many cases, will increase the costs of both employers and employees.

  • Settlement agreements

    Inbrief

    24 May 2018

    First introduced by statute in 1993, settlement agreements (previously known as compromise agreements) have become increasingly common as a means for an employer and employee to settle claims and/or effect a clean break from the employment relationship.

  • Agency workers

    Inbrief

    06 March 2018

    The Agency Workers Regulations 2010 (“the Regulations”) have had a significant impact on the temporary working industry in the UK .

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