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12/03/2024
After EU Commission's first decision on Carbon Contracts for Difference,...
The European Commission approved the first Carbon Contracts for Difference (CCfD) scheme under the new Guidelines on State aid for climate, environmental protection and energy 2022 (CEEAG).Fol­low­ing the...
05/03/2024
Plastics and packaging laws in Hong Kong
1. What is the general legislative framework regulating packaging and plastics waste? In Hong Kong, there are a number of laws, regulations, and initiatives which apply to packaging and plastics waste...
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01/03/2024
Environmental and social factors in mining: a spotlight on Colombia
Environmental and social considerations have been critical to the business of mining since long before the term ESG gained its current popularity. Mining activities are politically sensitive because they...
01/03/2024
Pre-conditions to arbitration and the FIDIC 2nd Edition
Amendments to the FIDIC 2nd Edition contracts published in November 2022 have narrowed the definition of “Dispute” to more closely align it with the pre-conditions to DAAB and arbitration proceedings...
29/02/2024
CMS Co-location of storage and renewable generation breakfast seminar
Given the increasing industry appetite for the co-location of battery storage with renewable generation, and in light of CMS’ recent experience in this space, we will be hosting a breakfast seminar...
06/02/2024
Significant Investments Review Bill: Singapore’s Approach to Scrutinize...
Introduction to Singapore’s FDI regimeReflective of its status as an international financial and business hub, Singapore recorded inward direct investment flows of $195 billion in 2022, a 10% increase...
06/02/2024
Chinese Tax Regulation Update - January 2024
The latest development in China Tax Regulation mainly includes:Cai Guan Shui [2024] No. 1 jointly released by the Ministry of Finance (“MOF”), the General Administration of Customs (“GAC”) and...
26/01/2024
CMS Expert Guide to Mastering OECD's Pillar Two in Hong Kong
1. Has there been a formal indication of the intention to implement Pillar Two/GloBE rules? Yes. 2. What is the implementation status of Pillar Two/GloBE rules? 22 February 2022: announcement by Hong...
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25/01/2024
Anti-Bribery and Corruption Laws in Hong Kong
 
22/01/2024
Whistleblowing
This course has been prepared to help employees understand what whistleblowing is and how whistleblowers are protected.
19/01/2024
CBAM: Just over a week to comply
As the deadline for the first Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) report approaches on January 31st, it is crucial for undertakings engaged in importing relevant goods into the European Union to...
09/01/2024
Further transparency rules come into force: The US Corporate Transparency...
The US Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”) came into force on 1 January 2024. Going forward, certain entities (“reporting companies”) will be required to file new online beneficial ownership...