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Cross-Border M&A in Vietnam: Legal Due Diligence Essentials
Whether acting for a buyer seeking to avoid hidden liabilities or a seller preparing a clean exit, the Legal Due Diligence (“Legal DD”) is non-negotiable.

China Labor Law – New Judicial Interpretation: Employer’s main Key Liabilities
The “Interpretation on the Application of Law in the Trial of Labor Dispute Cases (II)” (Fa Shi [2025] No. 12) (the “Judicial Interpretation”) was published by the Supreme People’s Court of China on 31 July 2025, and has been effective since 1 September 2025.

Vietnam Company: New Ultimate Beneficial Ownership Regulations
With one of the best market growth over the past few years, Vietnam aimed at enhancing corporate transparency and combating illicit financial activities.

An American Abroad: a Simple Escape with “Independent Means” Visas
Looking to live abroad without costly investment visas? Discover independent means residency programs for Americans in Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, Costa Rica, Thailand, and Dubai. Learn income requirements, benefits, and how Friedland Law can help.

Million-Dollar Question: Can Thaksin’s Proposed Golden Visa Turbocharge Thailand’s Economy?
Thailand’s influential ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra claims a $1 million golden visa could attract $600 billion in investments, but modest uptake of existing pathways tells a different story.

Top Employment Law Insights from 5 New PRC Labor Dispute Cases (April 2025)
On 16 April 2025, China’s Supreme People’s Court (SPC) and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security jointly released five typical labor

Hong Kong’s New Re-domiciliation Regime for Foreign Companies (Cap. 622)
A new court-free re-domiciliation regime allows eligible foreign companies to relocate their place of incorporation to Hong Kong

China Finalises Measures for Personal Information Protection Compliance Audits: Key Legal Implications for Data Controllers
New CAC rules introduce a structured framework for data compliance audits under China’s PIPL

SPC Interpretation on Prepaid Consumer Contracts – Overview and Key Implications for Businesses
China’s Supreme People’s Court clarifies legal risks and obligations under prepaid consumer contracts