A Legal Guide To Doing Business In The Asia Pacific

This book provides domestic law expertise, on-the-ground experience, and a global perspective of 14 countries and jurisdictions (Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam) and addresses topics such as: establishing a business presence; foreign investments; operational issues; litigation and dispute resolution; and developing an exit strategy.

2009 Edition - "Legal Aspects of Doing Business in Asia and the Pacific", with more than 650 pages, provides a survey of the requirements for doing business and investing in Asia and the Pacific. The reports are prepared by local business practitioners and offer practical insights into issues relating to selection of form for doing business, incentives, taxation, labor and employment, liabilities, and dispute resolution. The publication is replaced by an updated volume annually. Purchase of print version includes 24/7 online access. A 10% discount applies to a subscription for next year's update. A 25% discount applies to a subscription for three years of updates. Discounts are applied after purchase by rebate from publisher.

2006 Edition - Legal Aspects of Doing Business in Asia and the Pacific, with more than 650 pages, provides a survey of the requirements for doing business and investing in Asia and the Pacific. The reports are prepared by local business practitioners and offer practical insights into issues relating to selection of form for doing business, incentives, taxation, labor and employment, liabilities, and dispute resolution. The publication is replaced by an updated volume annually. Purchase of print version includes CD version and 24/7 online access. A 10% discount applies to a subscription for next year's update. A 25% discount applies to a subscription for three years of updates. Discounts are applied after purchase by rebate from publisher.

2007 Edition - "Legal Aspects of Doing Business in Asia and the Pacific", with more than 650 pages, provides a survey of the requirements for doing business and investing in Asia and the Pacific. The reports are prepared by local business practitioners and offer practical insights into issues relating to selection of form for doing business, incentives, taxation, labor and employment, liabilities, and dispute resolution. The publication is replaced by an updated volume annually. Purchase of print version includes CD version and 24/7 online access. A 10% discount applies to a subscription for next year's update. A 25% discount applies to a subscription for three years of updates. Discounts are applied after purchase by rebate from publisher.

Lo and Tian, in this informative and accessible book, provide an introduction to the Chinese legal system, focusing on laws and regulations on foreign direct investment, and highlighting recent government policies and legal measures undertaken to intensify China's economic reforms.

2008 Edition - "Legal Aspects of Doing Business in Asia and the Pacific", with more than 650 pages, provides a survey of the requirements for doing business and investing in Asia and the Pacific. The reports are prepared by local business practitioners and offer practical insights into issues relating to selection of form for doing business, incentives, taxation, labor and employment, liabilities, and dispute resolution. The publication is replaced by an updated volume annually. Purchase of print version includes CD version and 24/7 online access. A 10% discount applies to a subscription for next year's update. A 25% discount applies to a subscription for three years of updates. Discounts are applied after purchase by rebate from publisher.

Today, Asia's emerging countries form an integral part of any successful global business strategy and offer tremendous growth opportunities for multinational companies and global entrepreneurs alike. But with these vast opportunities also come very real legal challenges and risks. This work is the definitive and practical guide to navigating through the many complex legal systems in the world's most dynamic region. Whether already conducting business in China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, or just in the planning stages, this one-stop guide is an invaluable reference for answering the critical questions. "An invaluable, one stop reference for in-house counsel responsible for multiple countries in Asia." -- Sheana Chen, Regional Legal Counsel -- Asia, Texas Instruments "Even those of us who have lived and worked overseas for decades, appreciate the wisdom presented in this book." -- Craig S. Smith, Global Officer of Operations, Marriott International "Recommended reading for navigating the legalities of doing business in emerging countries in Asia. The lucid presentation makes the critical issues easily understandable." -- Vikrant C. Gandhe, Company Secretary, Tech Mahindra Limited "This easy-to-read book is highly recommended for foreign investors seeking to understand the key legal issues relating to business operations in Asia." -- Albert Vincent Y. Yu Chang,Co-chair, Asia-Pacific Committee, American Bar Association Section of International Law "With this book, Michael Doyle has proven himself to be one of the leading authorities on investment law in developing Asia. It's an invaluable guide." -- Brian Braden, Vice President of Global Consumer Products, Starbucks Coffee Company Visit www.doylesguideasia.com to view the author's website for Doyle's Practical Guide.