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TechnologyTransactionsHealthcare and Life Sciences in Asia Pacific: 2024 sets to see rising investment and innovationFri, 05 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z{DF75489B-8847-4A8C-A560-D6F844CCB045}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/04/marel-transaction-agreement-with-jbtMergers & AcquisitionsPrivate EquityAntitrust & CompetitionEmployment & CompensationCapital MarketsInvestigations, Compliance & EthicsData & TechnologyInternational Commercial & TradeIntellectual PropertyReal EstateTaxEnvironment & Climate Change Baker McKenzie Advises Marel in EUR 3.5 Billion Transaction Agreement with JBTFri, 05 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z{9E768570-DA44-4C8C-B352-03B09A198C12}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/04/7eleven-acquires-7eleven-australia-storesMergers & AcquisitionsBaker McKenzie achieves financial close for 7-Eleven International's acquisition of 7-Eleven Australia convenience storesWed, 03 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z{15182378-DD81-4447-BD5B-E2E571B9DDF8}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/04/olam-proposes-acquisition-of-namoi-cotton-limitedMergers & AcquisitionsBaker McKenzie is advising Olam Agri Holdings on its offer regarding a proposed acquisition of all of the shares of Namoi CottonWed, 03 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z{4E7625E4-B69B-4FDB-B951-5FCF55DBBBE7}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/04/caa-collaboration-on-arbitration-standardsTaipeiHong KongSingaporeLondonDispute ResolutionInternational ArbitrationBaker McKenzie Collaborates with Chinese Arbitration Association (CAA), Taipei to Enhance Taiwan's International Arbitration StandardsTue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z{F5F5EC46-98E6-4A67-B654-8D6BD91CCC26}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/04/capitaland-investment-first-sustainabilitylinked-panda-bondSingaporeShanghaiBeijingBanking & FinanceCapital MarketsTransactionsBaker McKenzie advises CapitaLand Investment on the first sustainability-linked panda bond issued by a Singapore companyTue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z{3B9E3972-AD6E-4565-B2B6-8D676A26C97C}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/04/christina-lee-appointed-to-roles-in-hk-sfcHong KongCapital MarketsMergers & AcquisitionsBaker McKenzie Partner Christina Lee appointed as member of Takeovers and Mergers Panel and Takeovers Appeal Committee for Hong Kong Securities and Futures CommissionTue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z{B4FCA2E1-D823-430C-9C37-D09D74520FFC}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/03/winning-net-zero-award-at-iflr-asia-pacificEnergy TransitionSustainability and ESGBaker McKenzie wins Net-Zero Transition Award at 2024 IFLR Asia-Pacific AwardsMon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z{F8EC857C-B664-4008-8435-FB9436C325AC}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/03/disputes-forecast-for-sg-companiesSingaporeDispute ResolutionIncreased cybersecurity investigations, heightened ESG regulations and spike in retrenchments fueling an increase in litigation risks for Singapore companies in 2024Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z{F5D12963-BDBF-4B5E-9D96-C6CD69604D84}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/03/cambium-acquires-property-in-tokyoHong KongInvestment FundsPrivate EquityReal EstateBaker McKenzie advises Cambium Grove Capital in connection with the acquisition of a commercial property in Tokyo, JapanTue, 12 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z{171C0EB0-1CD6-43EB-A5DC-AA1C7F364863}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/03/gaw-capital-partners-with-bw-ess-on-investment-platformHong KongRenewable Energy & Clean TechnologyBanking & FinanceInvestment FundsProjectsEnergy TransitionEnergy, Mining & InfrastructureFinancial InstitutionsBaker McKenzie advises Gaw Capital on its partnership with BW ESS to launch investment platform for battery projectsThu, 07 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z{349A5DD6-3A13-4ED6-BDC7-384BBD453447}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/03/bm-advises-aemc-on-rule-changeMelbourneEnergy, Mining & InfrastructureEnergy TransitionBaker McKenzie advises the AEMC on new Rule Change to assist energy sector participants to contribute to Commonwealth, state and territory emissions reduction targetsMon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z{FDC2E6C8-5CEA-45BF-B288-155ADC17ACB5}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/03/count-limited-acquires-diverger-limitedSydneyMergers & AcquisitionsBaker McKenzie acts for Count Limited on its acquisition of Diverger LimitedMon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z{1029445B-4B57-4F0A-B273-B700E38ECDD8}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/03/indonesias-trans-java-toll-roadsMergers & Acquisitions Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow Advises APG and Abu Dhabi Investment AuthorityFri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z{5BB37FEE-E770-465D-983E-3C74A58A0582}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/02/nexif-acquires-minh-luong-plant-in-vietnamHanoiMergers & AcquisitionsEnergy, Mining & InfrastructureRenewable Energy & Clean TechnologyProjectsBaker McKenzie advises Nexif Ratch Energy on its acquisition of 30 megawatt Minh Luong hydropower plant in VietnamWed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{5E448C65-B9D3-41CB-95BD-61964B8BC13E}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/02/chambers-global-2024Baker McKenzie Achieves Top Rankings in Chambers Global 2024Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{A7D2FB42-A8FD-4393-92A2-9DDA8E83D0FC}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/02/bio-rad-usd-200m-credit-agreementSingaporeZurichBanking & FinanceTaxBaker McKenzie Acted as Legal Adviser to Bio-Rad in Connection with a USD 200 million Credit AgreementTue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{167EBF4C-C3C5-4DEC-95A3-456EC1446A8D}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/02/weave-living-blackrock-jvHong KongMergers & AcquisitionsJoint Ventures & Strategic AlliancesBaker McKenzie advises Weave Living on its joint venture with BlackRock to acquire and develop second flagship property in SingaporeThu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{539013DD-5AD5-4DAE-B133-BDD8819EFFE9}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/02/baker-mckenzie-ranked-in-2024-world-trademark-review-1000Intellectual PropertyBaker McKenzie ranked in 2024 World Trademark Review 1000Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{67543DE2-074F-4F13-B99E-288026B59E3A}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/02/in-the-news-2024-predictions-in-legaltech-newsInternational Commercial & TradeData & TechnologyCybersecurity & Data PrivacyEmployment & CompensationWorkforce RedesignIn The News: Predictions for Data Privacy, Hiring, Cybersecurity, and Innovating for Good in 2024 in LegalTech NewsMon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{B98AF6EF-BBBD-4892-90EC-05797CA9932F}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/02/ta-associates-sells-incorp-globalSingaporeMergers & AcquisitionsPrivate EquityBaker McKenzie Wong & Leow advises TA Associates on sale of InCorp GlobalThu, 08 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{7505CFE2-9D4F-43F1-AD83-579872DFDC65}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/02/global-private-ma-guide-2024Mergers & AcquisitionsPrivate M&ABaker McKenzie Publishes Global Private M&A Guide 2024Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{9BB91296-763B-49F9-A0D0-EB6EFEE60711}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/02/lithium-fire-reportAntitrust & CompetitionEnergy, Mining & InfrastructureProjectsMining & MetalsEnergy TransitionBaker McKenzie launches Lithium FIRE report outlining global foreign investment framework for key lithium jurisdictionsMon, 05 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{5C85CE49-238A-49DA-A4E5-5BFC00DCE866}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/02/takeda-enters-agreement-with-protagonistHealthcare & Life SciencesLife Sciences TransactionsPharmaceuticals & BiotechTransactionsBaker McKenzie Client Takeda Enters Worldwide License and Collaboration Agreement for RusfertideFri, 02 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{6360B3AC-447F-4401-B58C-74FDEDB26C0F}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/01/esg-and-employment-are-key-disputes-risks-in-2024Dispute ResolutionEnvironment & Climate ChangeEmployment & CompensationAntitrust & CompetitionMergers & AcquisitionsTaxInvestigations, Compliance & EthicsSustainability and ESGESG and Employment are key disputes risks in 2024 says new survey from Baker McKenzieFri, 26 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z{56A8D864-7A1B-4758-A83C-DE7777B0128E}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/01/taiwan-top-rankings-in-chambers-2024-guideTaipeiBanking & FinanceCapital MarketsMergers & AcquisitionsDispute ResolutionEmployment & CompensationIntellectual PropertyReal EstateTechnology, Media & Telecommunications Baker McKenzie upholds top rankings across 9 practices in Taiwan in Chambers Greater China 2024 GuideTue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z{F3795AF7-9C0C-4038-9A94-27EE34736D46}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/01/chambers-greater-china-2024-guideBeijingHong KongShanghaiBanking & FinanceCapital MarketsEmployment & CompensationDispute ResolutionInternational Commercial & TradeIntellectual PropertyMergers & AcquisitionsAntitrust & CompetitionAviationInvestment FundsTaxPrivate EquityTechnology, Media & Telecommunications Chambers Greater China 2024 Guide recognizes Baker McKenzie in 30 practices in ChinaMon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z{6065576E-8CBC-45B6-A987-1F5E8EE387C5}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/01/osl-group-fundraisingHong KongCapital MarketsBaker McKenzie advises OSL Group on its HKD 713 million fund-raising with new shares issuanceFri, 19 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z{E18F61CA-CC0D-4D36-99BD-990C9B6F1B0B}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/01/luk-fook-acquires-majority-stake-in-hong-kong-resourcesHong KongMergers & AcquisitionsConsumer Goods & RetailBaker McKenzie advises Luk Fook in its acquisition of majority stake in Hong Kong Resources and the subsequent mandatory general offers Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z{56FB3399-F3CA-4453-B377-ED68A479720C}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/01/oanh-nguyen-new-vietnam-cmpHo Chi Minh CityHanoiBaker McKenzie appoints Oanh Nguyen as new managing partner for Vietnam officesTue, 02 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z{2342C04D-75FA-405B-A1DE-3C84CF970979}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/batelabs-global-offering-and-hong-kong-ipoHong KongBeijingShanghaiCapital MarketsBaker McKenzie acts for sole sponsor and sole overall coordinator and underwriters in BaTeLab’s Global Offering and Hong Kong IPOThu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{01648BA1-9D13-43BD-9790-11A658E8D8F1}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/sumitomo-life-acquisition-of-singapore-lifeMergers & AcquisitionsBaker McKenzie Advises Sumitomo Life in Connection with its Acquisition of Singapore LifeWed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{7FA48EC6-97E7-4596-A2E0-74A2D72AD05F}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/mitsubishi-electric-investment-in-silicon-carbide-llcAntitrust & CompetitionMergers & AcquisitionsIndustrials, Manufacturing & TransportationAdvanced ManufacturingBaker McKenzie Advises Mitsubishi Electric Corporation on its Investment in Silicon Carbide LLC, a New SiC Business Subsidiary of Coherent CorpWed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{FFC43375-FCB6-45EE-A9FD-9B1DCB29B453}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/klp-jv-earns-top-rankings-in-chambersEnergy, Mining & InfrastructureBaker McKenzie KLP JV earns top rankings in Chambers and ALB’s Korea Super 30 Lawyers listWed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{B3688A8E-C744-4E51-B8FA-2DB0E2C6313F}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/chandra-asri-group-in-egco-groupJakartaBangkokAmsterdamMergers & AcquisitionsEnergy TransitionBaker McKenzie represents Chandra Asri Group in EGCO Group's USD 194 million equity investment in its infrastructure subsidiaryTue, 26 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{DE98791A-5C2F-487C-AC4E-E8623456184E}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2024/01/global-competition-reviewAntitrust & CompetitionBaker McKenzie Named Top 5 Global Elite Antitrust & Competition Practice by Global Competition ReviewTue, 26 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{B1BE8511-B8C2-46D9-B4D3-4DE91E90E278}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/chambers-asia-pacific-2024-ranks-baker-mckenzie-in-151-practicesBanking & FinanceData & TechnologyIntellectual PropertyInvestment FundsIslamic FinanceHealthcare & Life SciencesTechnology, Media & Telecommunications Chambers Asia Pacific 2024 ranks Baker McKenzie in 151 practicesWed, 20 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{5CFA45AD-E4FD-458E-9ABC-0B32BE3EAA6F}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/haier-smart-home-acquisition-of-commercial-refrigerationMergers & AcquisitionsBaker McKenzie advises Haier Smart Home in the acquisition of the commercial refrigeration business of Carrier for USD 640 million Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{79CC21C5-AA82-4326-BCB6-BBD151B13D1F}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/chambers-fintech-names-baker-mckenzie-in-top-10FintechChambers Fintech Recognizes Baker McKenzie Among Top 10 Leading Global Law FirmsWed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{FDC6CB5C-EB43-4CCB-A7B9-74CCBB6D91DE}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/legal-500-china-awards-2023ShanghaiDispute ResolutionTaxBaker McKenzie FenXun named Firm of the Year for Litigation and Tax at the Legal 500 China Awards 2023Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{E841F88F-B66F-4DBA-9C5C-D98863BB7433}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/mrna-victoria-new-facilityMelbourneHealthcare & Life SciencesBaker McKenzie assists Government of Victoria to deliver a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for mRNA therapies at La Trobe UniversityWed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{A5148094-C86A-4FFB-908E-E47066463AD9}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/indosat-acquires-mnc-playJakartaMergers & AcquisitionsHHP advises PT Indosat Tbk on its acquisition of MNC Play for IDR 876 billionTue, 12 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{ADF47BBE-D15C-4990-A81F-06C1E6714653}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/carlyle-private-credit-financing-to-freedman-groupSydneyBanking & FinanceBaker McKenzie advises Carlyle Global Credit and amicaa on financing to global audio technology leader RØDETue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{6A8A8FCF-77F3-4005-B19C-9C0B4C0A5FAA}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/allen-tan-appointed-to-board-of-sctpSingaporeTaxBaker McKenzie Wong & Leow Principal Allen Tan appointed to Board of Singapore Chartered Tax ProfessionalsMon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{BA65DA14-68AF-487A-AA1F-525E198A9F6A}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/orora-acquires-saverglassMelbourneParisSydneyMergers & AcquisitionsIndustrials, Manufacturing & TransportationAdvanced Manufacturing Baker McKenzie assists Orora in successfully completing the acquisition of Saverglass for AUD 2,156 millionMon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{1882E003-F9CF-430F-A5C6-EC4BE74AB944}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/12/david-kimSeoulDispute ResolutionBaker McKenzie & KL Partners Joint Venture Law Firm welcomes leading arbitration practitioner David Kim in SeoulFri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z{1B27D5EF-ED6B-4CB1-B7EC-C852FF02D32C}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/11/rio-tinto-on-its-joint-venture-with-giampaolo-groupAntitrust & CompetitionEnergy TransitionEnergy, Mining & InfrastructureBaker McKenzie Advises Rio Tinto on its Joint Venture with Giampaolo GroupMon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Z{3E8B418B-5490-4BB4-9B08-CFBDB2AB6896}https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/newsroom/2023/11/financing-tpg-acquisition-of-invocareBanking & FinanceMergers & AcquisitionsTransactionsBaker McKenzie advises lenders on the AUD 895 million financing of TPG’s acquisition of InvoCareFri, 24 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Z