The golden color of a chocolate Easter bunny is not protected as a color mark. The Oberlandesgericht (OLG) München – the Higher Regional Court of Munich – found that the producer in question did not enjoy any trademark rights in relation to the color. In the weeks leading up to Easter, supermarket shelves are stacked […]
On 18 September 2020, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) published a Consultation Paper[1] on proposals to amend its Guideline on Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (for Licensed Corporations) (AML/CFT Guideline for SFC-Licensed Corporations) and its Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Guideline issued by the Securities and Futures Commission for Associated Entities. […]
If you are reading this post, maybe it is because you are thinking of (or you have already started to) setting up a business in our country. And surely you will have heard about a specific figure, the tax representative in Spain for non-residents. This information is key for your business’ future success: your company may be […]
We provide herein our articles titled “COVID-19 Pandemic: Indonesian Government to Relax the Payment of Manpower Social Security Premium” which discuss the deduction and postponement in the mandatory payments of Manpower Social Security Organization/Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Sosial Ketenagakerjaan (“BPJSTK”) premium provided by the Indonesian government. Please be advised that some new measures may be implemented by the […]
At an average growing rate of approximately 7 percent, food and beverage sector (F&B) has been one of the fastest-growing areas and contributed 15 percent to Vietnam’s GDP in 2019. As a result, in the last few years, numerous foreign investors have invested significantly in this market, with Korean and Japanese investors leading and seizing on this […]
Supreme Court Quiz Q. How many justices served on the first U.S. Supreme Court in 1790? a. Sixb. Ninec. Fifteend. Five This article reveals the answer. READ MORE HERE
Foreword by Andrew Chilvers Despite these uncertain times, expanding overseas can be a key driver for future growth for an ambitious business. International expansion can breathe new life into a company, drive huge value and set it on a path of continued success. Expanding a business overseas is a strategic opportunity that will help diversify […]
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A’s) are an increasingly popular route for foreign investors looking to begin operations in Vietnam – and due diligence is a key component of the M&A process. While there are several aspects to consider in a due diligence – such as the company’s reputational profile, strategic position in the market, and assets – […]
Have you been working from home during the COVID-19 crisis? Join the club. Approximately 42% of the American workforce is currently working from home full-time, according to a recent study by the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research. Only 26% are working on business premises — and many of those are essential workers, such as […]
Foreword by Andrew Chilvers Despite these uncertain times, expanding overseas can be a key driver for future growth for an ambitious business. International expansion can breathe new life into a company, drive huge value and set it on a path of continued success. Expanding a business overseas is a strategic opportunity that will help diversify […]
The Vietnamese government has streamlined the merger and acquisition (M&A) process to encourage investment in new sectors of the economy. And for foreign investors that see establishing a business in Vietnam as too cumbersome, the M&A route provides a unique solution to many obstacles. With an M&A, investors can enjoy preexisting access to consumers, locations, and distribution channels. […]
Foreword by Andrew Chilvers Despite these uncertain times, expanding overseas can be a key driver for future growth for an ambitious business. International expansion can breathe new life into a company, drive huge value and set it on a path of continued success. Expanding a business overseas is a strategic opportunity that will help diversify […]
