South Asia and ASEAN

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Welcome to our South Asia and ASEAN section. Here you'll find the latest regional legal news and upcoming events, plus detailed information on the jurisdictions we are active in, including guides to doing business in this region.

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Attacks against lawyers in the Philippines further escalating

We've written to the president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte. We are concerned about the attacks and the oppressive working environment lawyers still face in the Philippines.

25 Jun 2021
Indonesia webinar promotes UK investment in Asia-Pacific

We hosted a roundtable event with British Expertise International for trade, investment and legal experts from across the UK and Indonesia.

25 May 2021
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New enhanced trade partnership with India to focus on trade in legal services

The UK and India agreed an Enhanced Trade Partnership (ETP) on 4 May, raising hopes of removing barriers preventing UK lawyers from practising in India.

17 May 2021
Arbitrary arrest, detention and alleged enforced disappearance of lawyers in Myanmar

We've written to the Ambassador of Myanmar with concerns about the military coup that took place in Myanmar and the violent repression of protesters.

05 Mar 2021
Legal services in Singapore: an interview with the British High Commissioner

An interview with High Commissioner Kara Owen about the importance of legal services to Singapore’s economy and the opportunities available to UK firms.

25 Feb 2021
Volunteers wanted for international-focused Gazette series

We're working in conjunction with the Gazette to create a series of articles looking at how English law is being used in different jurisdictions.

05 Feb 2021