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Hauzen
19/08/2024

Hong Kong Implements Mainland Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance

Hong Kong Implements Mainland Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance https://hauzen.hk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/papers-pexels-brotin-biswas-518543_1400x788sm.jpg 1400 788 Hauzen Hauzen https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/89f4c19e43caa7e0225dad1d9dad1fec?s=96&d=mm&r=g 19/08/2024 02/09/2024

With effect from January 2024, the new legislation is expected to enhance legal cooperation and facilitate cross-boundary trade between Mainland and Hong Kong.

Hauzen
13/08/2024

Cybersecurity Law: Hong Kong Legislation to protect computer systems of Critical Infrastructure

Cybersecurity Law: Hong Kong Legislation to protect computer systems of Critical Infrastructure https://hauzen.hk/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/memory-pexels-pixabay-270549_1400x788.jpg 1400 788 Hauzen Hauzen https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/89f4c19e43caa7e0225dad1d9dad1fec?s=96&d=mm&r=g 13/08/2024 02/09/2024

With surge in cyberattacks and several high-profile data breaches impacting thousands, LegCo discusses need for enhanced protection of critical infrastructures.

Hauzen
28/06/2024

SFC Consultation: The REIT regime and market conduct regime for listed CIS

SFC Consultation: The REIT regime and market conduct regime for listed CIS https://hauzen.hk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/hong-kong-city-5012735_1920_1400x788sm.jpg 1400 788 Hauzen Hauzen https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/89f4c19e43caa7e0225dad1d9dad1fec?s=96&d=mm&r=g 28/06/2024 15/08/2024

The proposed REIT regime and market conduct regime for listed CIS will hopefully enhance investor protection, promote market integrity, and ensure a level playing field for all market participants.

Hauzen
04/12/2023

Hong Kong Implements Mainland Judgments in Civil & Commercial Matters (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance

Hong Kong Implements Mainland Judgments in Civil & Commercial Matters (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance https://hauzen.hk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/papers-pexels-brotin-biswas-518543_1400x788sm.jpg 1400 788 Hauzen Hauzen https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/89f4c19e43caa7e0225dad1d9dad1fec?s=96&d=mm&r=g 04/12/2023 15/08/2024

With effect from January 2024, the legislation aims to enhance legal cooperation and facilitate cross-boundary investment between Hong Kong and Mainland.

Nigel Binnersley
20/11/2023

So, What Exactly Are Interim-Interim Injunctions?

So, What Exactly Are Interim-Interim Injunctions? https://hauzen.hk/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/alessia-cocconi-zLIUdGeKxv0-unsplash_1400x786sm.jpg 1400 786 Nigel Binnersley Nigel Binnersley https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/c498d043c569ed7a95263e38898ffb93?s=96&d=mm&r=g 20/11/2023 20/11/2023

A recent trend has been towards the granting of “interim-interim” injunctions. Learn more about them and hear about our recent experience.

Hauzen
02/06/2023

New Reciprocal Enforcement for Mainland & Hong Kong Effective Soon

New Reciprocal Enforcement for Mainland & Hong Kong Effective Soon https://hauzen.hk/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/shenzhen-darmau-lee-5-k1_mBljB0-unsplash_1400x787.jpg 1400 787 Hauzen Hauzen https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/89f4c19e43caa7e0225dad1d9dad1fec?s=96&d=mm&r=g 02/06/2023 15/08/2024

Once in effect, a new cross-border enforcement regime would significantly expand scope of reciprocal enforcement and streamline judgment registration procedure.

Kelly Ho
21/12/2022

HK has Fully Implemented the Outcome Related Fee Structures for Arbitration Regime

HK has Fully Implemented the Outcome Related Fee Structures for Arbitration Regime https://hauzen.hk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/papers-pexels-brotin-biswas-518543_1400x788sm.jpg 1400 788 Kelly Ho Kelly Ho https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/edf43aa4257659462da0e70132762ed4?s=96&d=mm&r=g 21/12/2022 15/08/2024

On 16 December 2022, the ORFSA regime was fully implemented in Hong Kong through the amended Arbitration Ordinance (Cap. 609) and the new Arbitration (Outcome Related Fee Structures for Arbitration) Rules (Cap. 609D).

Hauzen
04/03/2022

Employment & Retirement Schemes Legislation (Offsetting Arrangement) (Amendment) Bill 2022 Gazetted

Employment & Retirement Schemes Legislation (Offsetting Arrangement) (Amendment) Bill 2022 Gazetted https://hauzen.hk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/papers-pexels-brotin-biswas-518543_1400x788sm.jpg 1400 788 Hauzen Hauzen https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/89f4c19e43caa7e0225dad1d9dad1fec?s=96&d=mm&r=g 04/03/2022 15/08/2024

Abolishes use of accrued benefits of employers’ mandatory contributions under Mandatory Provident Fund scheme to offset severance payment & long service payment.

Kelly Ho
01/03/2022

Discussion Paper: Crypto-assets & Stablecoins

Discussion Paper: Crypto-assets & Stablecoins https://hauzen.hk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/bitcoin-pexels-alesia-kozik-6778581_1400x788sm.jpg 1400 788 Kelly Ho Kelly Ho https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/edf43aa4257659462da0e70132762ed4?s=96&d=mm&r=g 01/03/2022 15/08/2024

The HKMA has issued a discussion paper on crypto-assets and stablecoins, inviting views on potential regulatory approaches until 22 March 2022.

Kelly Ho
02/12/2021

Public Consultation on HK’s Copyright Regime

Public Consultation on HK’s Copyright Regime https://hauzen.hk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/papers-pexels-brotin-biswas-518543_1400x788sm.jpg 1400 788 Kelly Ho Kelly Ho https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/edf43aa4257659462da0e70132762ed4?s=96&d=mm&r=g 02/12/2021 15/08/2024

This much-anticipated consultation is based on the key proposals contained in the 2014 Bill, which could not survive the previous legislative process.

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