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South Korea: Vietnam’s Decree 94: Introducing Regulatory Sandbox for Fintech Innovation

19 June 2025 by Jipyong - South Korea

On May 15, 2025, the Government of Vietnam promulgated Decree No. 94/2025/ND-CP (“Decree 94”), introducing a regulatory sandbox mechanism for certain fintech activities in the banking and financial services sector.

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Vietnam: VILAF Advised AFD in the €67 Million Loan Agreement to EVNNPT Vietnam’s First JETP Funding

19 June 2025 by VILAF - Vietnam

VILAF extends our congratulations to the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and the National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT) on the signing of the €67 million (approximately USD75 million) loan agreement for the funding of the expansion and modernisation of power transmission grids in Vietnam.

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Vietnam: VILAF Advised HSBC and Other Lenders in the VND3,750 Billion Green Club Loan Facility to Finance the Development of Gamuda Land’s Eaton Park

19 June 2025 by VILAF - Vietnam

VILAF is pleased to congratulate HSBC Vietnam, Mizuho Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), UOB Vietnam, and Gamuda Land on the successful financial close of the VND3,750 billion (USD 144.4 million) green club loan facility extended to Tam Luc Real Estate Corporation, a subsidiary of Gamuda Land.

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Vietnam: VILAF Advised SCG Packaging on the Strategic Buy-out of Duy Tan Plastics

19 June 2025 by VILAF - Vietnam

VILAF warmly congratulates SCG Packaging Public Company Limited (SCG Packaging), a subsidiary of Siam Cement Group, on the successful acquisition of the remaining 30% shares in Duy Tan Plastics Manufacturing Corporation (Duy Tan Plastics), making SCG Packaging the sole shareholder of Vietnam’s leading manufacturer of rigid plastic packaging products. The transaction was made at USD108.6 million.

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LAWYER OF THE MONTH - JUNE 2025

17 June 2025 by asialaw

asialaw's Lawyer of the Month for June 2025 is...

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South Korea: Reporting Obligations for Foreign Financial Accounts and the Tie-Breaker Rule under Tax Treaties: Recent Legislative and Judicial Developments

03 June 2025 by Lee & Ko - South Korea

As tax transparency initiatives gain momentum and tax authorities enhance their oversight of offshore assets, the obligation to report foreign financial accounts has become a key compliance requirement that taxpayers must understand and adhere to.

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Singapore: Yuen Law Strengthens Disputes Resolution Practice with the Addition of Benedict Eoon

29 May 2025 by Yuen Law - Singapore

Yuen Law warmly welcomes Benedict Eoon as a Consultant in our Disputes Resolution Practice, further contributing to the strategic growth in one of our fastest growing areas.

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India: Supreme Court Clarifies Scope of Judicial Interference Under Sections 34 and 37 of the Arbitration Act

27 May 2025 by Singularity Legal - India

The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (“Act”) is founded on the principle of minimal judicial interference, with Sections 34 and 37 offering limited avenues for courts to intervene in the arbitral awards, primarily through setting them aside or hearing appeals against such decisions.

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DEAL OF THE MONTH - May 2025

21 May 2025 by asialaw

asialaw's Deal of the Month for May 2025 is...

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LAWYER OF THE MONTH - MAY 2025

21 May 2025 by asialaw

asialaw's Lawyer of the Month for May 2025 is...