Asian Law

Lawyers Guide

The continent of Asia has many individual countries, each with their own set of laws and regulations. In this guide, learn how to handle foreign investment regulations in China, how to annul a marriage in the Philippines, what the tax law in Kuwait looks like, and more.

  • ContentAcknowledgement of Divorce in the Philippines

    Unlike many western cultures, Philippines courts forbid divorce according to their Family Code of laws. Annulment is the only recourse a Filipino citizen has under normal circumstances. This is different than a Decree of Nullity of Marriage. This states that the marriage was invalid at its inception. It was not legal due to incorrect agreement or performance by the clergy.

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  • ContentAmendments to the Foreign Investment Regulations in China

    Amendments to regulations are constantly occurring, but in China this affects the foreign investments for the country and those associated with investors. The amendment changed each investment from a case-by-case basis to a more open policy where only certain issues are placed on a list for refusal.

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  • ContentAnnulment vs. Nulity of Marriage in the Philippines

    The difference in an annulment and a nullity of a marriage within the bounds of the Philippines could be enough to prevent or permit the dissolution of the relationship. It is important to know the difference, how it affects the spouses, why there are at least two types of this legal separation and how to go about accomplishing either.

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  • ContentBeijing’s Employment Termination Based on Objective Circumstances Changes

    China’s employment laws are location based, and this means that termination for employees may differ from one area or city to another. With changes to labor regulations, these disputes are more fair, effective and consistent for employees affected by termination through unreasonable means.

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  • ContentChinese Marketing Laws - Compliance Issues

    With an attention towards greater regulation in the advertisements in the Chinese government, it is more important to comply with the marketing laws than previously. The State Administration of Industry and Commerce’s (SAIC) Interim Measures for the Administration of Internet Advertising initiated the change with the advertising law changes in 2015 for effect in 2016.

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  • ContentCyber Court in China

    Cybercrimes are on the rise in the age of computer and networking capabilities, and even in China, these issues are a problem for law enforcement and violations to intellectual property. However, there are new legal systems in place through cyber courts that proceed to implement new regulations in Chinese law for potential justice.

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  • ContentDebt Collection Procedure in China

    Collecting debts accrued in or through China has various complications such as language and cultural barriers in place that cause problems for many businesses. Foreign laws, customs and processes lead to challenges many companies did not consider, which means a debt collection service may need to be hired for assistance.

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  • ContentTax Law in Kuwait

    The article was done to follow the new amendments in the Taxation system of Kuwait , especially when Kuwait brought the rate of taxation to 15% only after it was 55% for foreign companies. The article is focused on the practical applications for the foreign companies , when they do business in Kuwait ...

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  • ContentLicensing Requirements of Dubai Lawyers

    Since 2011, the Dubai government has required lawyers to be licensed by it in order to lawfully provide legal services. There are strict standards that a lawyer must meet in order to be licensed by the Dubai government.

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  • ContentPhilippines Separation Pay: to Whom and When is it Due?

    Separation pay is connected to the Labor Code within the Philippines, and it must be given to a person that is employed to a company that has been separated from his or her service within the business. There are certain conditions, terms and stipulations that must be satisfied, and when these are completed, it may be possible for the right person to acquire these benefits when due.

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  • ContentMarriage and its Validity in the Philippines

    Marriage in the Philippines is complicated to define, but there are many stipulations that could void the contract between the two parties based on the laws of the country. It is important to consider carefully before entering into the marriage agreement as divorce is difficult to accomplish, and nullification or voiding the relationship could be complicated to pursue.

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  • ContentDivorce and Divorce Law in Bangladesh

    There are three steps for divorce to occur and transpire within Bangladesh, and these stages are the only possible way to legally end a marriage unless an act of God or nature happens first. A notice must be written, an arbitration board is faced and once 90 days has passed, a registration certificate is acquired by the Registrar in the country.

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  • ContentDivorce in Pakistan

    Pakistan does recognize the right for both the husband and the wife to pursue a divorce. However, there are very strict requirements that must be met before a court will grant a valid divorce.

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