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SFC reminds public of importance of seeking Executive’s approval of special deals
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SFC reminds public of importance of seeking Executive’s approval of special deals

In the SFC’s Takeovers Bulletin published in September 2021, the Securities and Futures Commission (the “SFC”) reminded the public of the importance of seeking the takeover executive’s (the “Executive”) approval of special deals. This article provides an overview of the recent development in this area.

HKEx Guidance Materials on Paperless Listing & Subscription Regime, Online Display of Documents & Reduction of Types of Documents on Display
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HKEx Guidance Materials on Paperless Listing & Subscription Regime, Online Display of Documents & Reduction of Types of Documents on Display

On 23 September 2021, HKEx published guidance materials on Listing Rule amendments adopted in the Consultation Conclusions on Paperless Listing & Subscription Regime, Online Display of Documents and Reduction of the Types of Documents on Display.

Carried Interest Tax Concession Regime for Private Equity Funds
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Carried Interest Tax Concession Regime for Private Equity Funds

New regime operates to provide tax concession at both the salaries tax and profits tax levels.  

Joint announcement by HKMA & PBoC on implementation arrangements of cross-boundary wealth management connect scheme
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Joint announcement by HKMA & PBoC on implementation arrangements of cross-boundary wealth management connect scheme

In September 2021, the HKMA and the PBoC released a joint announcement on the implementation arrangements for the cross-boundary wealth management connect pilot scheme in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

SFC’s Consultation Conclusions on Proposals to (1) Implement an Investor Identification Regime and (2) Introduce an Over-The-Counter Securities Transactions Reporting Regime
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SFC’s Consultation Conclusions on Proposals to (1) Implement an Investor Identification Regime and (2) Introduce an Over-The-Counter Securities Transactions Reporting Regime

Further to our article on the Securities and Futures Commission’s (the “SFC”) consultation on the investor identification regime and an over-the-counter securities transactions reporting regime,…

How do Hong Kong courts determine whether or not to sanction a Scheme of Arrangement to restructure foreign debt?
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How do Hong Kong courts determine whether or not to sanction a Scheme of Arrangement to restructure foreign debt?

When a company is insolvent, it is possible that the creditors would agree on a scheme of arrangement to restructure its debt. Sometimes, the courts will be asked to sanction such scheme. This article examines what factors the court will take into account.

HKCGI’s Guidance Note on Securities Law and Regulation
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HKCGI’s Guidance Note on Securities Law and Regulation

On 5 September 2021, the Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute issued a guidance note on securities law and regulation.

SFC Licensed Intermediaries: A reminder of your self-reporting obligation
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SFC Licensed Intermediaries: A reminder of your self-reporting obligation

If you are a SFC-licensed intermediary, then you are subject to the self-reporting obligation as set out in paragraph 12.5 of the Code of Conduct for Persons Licensed by or Registered with the Securities and Futures Commission (the “Code”).

SCMP: Singapore is Leveraging its Legacy Ties with China’s Greater Bay Area

Singapore businesses have to be agile and adaptable, and they need to manage risks they may not have faced in their home market.

Basil Hwang
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HKEx’s disciplinary action against Coolpad Group Limited and six former directors
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HKEx’s disciplinary action against Coolpad Group Limited and six former directors

On 24 August 2021, The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited censured Coolpad Group Limited (Stock Code: 2369) and six former directors.

SFC’s new initiative to warn against unauthorised investment schemes
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SFC’s new initiative to warn against unauthorised investment schemes

The Securities and Futures Commission (the “SFC”) launched a new initiative to warn the public against unauthorised investment arrangements which are suspected to be collective investment schemes (“CIS”).

PCPD Publishes Guidance on Ethical Development and Use of AI
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PCPD Publishes Guidance on Ethical Development and Use of AI

On 18 August 2021, the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data published its Guidance on the Ethical Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence to help organisations understand and comply with the relevant requirements of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance when they develop or use Artificial Intelligence in Hong Kong.

A milestone for the application by Hong Kong liquidators for recognition and assistance in the Mainland
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A milestone for the application by Hong Kong liquidators for recognition and assistance in the Mainland

Under the cooperation mechanism, the Mainland and Hong Kong jurisdictions agreed to the terms that several cities, such as Shanghai, Shenzhen and Xiamen in the Mainland and Hong Kong would mutually recognize and assist each other in matters regarding insolvency.

Anjie to merge with Broad & Bright

"Another vital piece to the puzzle that will need to be sorted is Hong Kong.  ...Hauzen is run by managing partner Basil Hwang, who is…

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HKCGI’s Guidance Note on Mergers and Acquisitions
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HKCGI’s Guidance Note on Mergers and Acquisitions

On 26 May 2021, the Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute issued a guidance note on mergers and acquisitions.

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