Governments and agencies around the world are rallying to protect their people from COVID-19. But each country and region is employing different tactics to meet the same goal. Morgan Lewis has assembled cross-disciplinary teams across our global offices to advise companies on this ever-evolving patchwork of laws and guidance.
While retailers in China have been permitted to reopen, required steps to do so include health and sanitation measures. Some local governments are also considering extending the weekend in order to stimulate consumption and promote economic recovery.
Our COVID-19 Legal Issue Compendium brings together in one place an overview of our key publications covering the legal and regulatory landscape, including matters related to business operations and industry-specific issues faced by many companies around the world amid the pandemic.
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had sweeping effects around the world, and in this era of globalization, business transactions that span multiple jurisdictions and markets have fallen prey to new and unexpected risks presented by the pandemic.
Entry into the People’s Republic of China for employees of US companies is possible through certain limited routes, including the Regular Channel and Green Channel, plus through the newly created Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce.
Despite a strict prohibition on gatherings of more than two persons in any public place in Hong Kong through at least February 17, there is an exemption for shareholders’ meetings of companies listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong, with certain conditions.
Our COVID-19 Legal Issue Compendium brings together in one place an overview of our key publications covering the legal and regulatory landscape, including matters related to business operations and industry-specific issues faced by many companies around the world amid the pandemic.
In immigration developments the week of July 13, an executive order makes persons born in Hong Kong chargeable to Mainland China for immigrant visa purposes; the policy preventing F-1 and M-1 international students from attending college fully online was abandoned; and the US Department of State clarified that there are national interest exceptions to the presidential proclamations on immigration, including for humanitarian travel, public health response, and national security.
Our COVID-19 Legal Issue Compendium brings together in one place an overview of our key publications covering the legal and regulatory landscape, including matters related to business operations and industry-specific issues faced by many companies around the world amid the pandemic.
The Japanese government has extended the restrictions on the entry of foreign nationals into the country until the end of February.
The Japanese government has relaxed its restrictions on new entries of foreign nationals and on activities for holders of COVID-19 vaccination certificates. These changes went into effect as of November 8, 2021.
The Japanese government announced on February 2 that it will continue to make 10 prefectures (except for Tochigi) subject to the Second Declaration of a State of Emergency until March 7, 2021, considering the overwhelming pressure on the medical system due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Our COVID-19 Legal Issue Compendium brings together in one place an overview of our key publications covering the legal and regulatory landscape, including matters related to business operations and industry-specific issues faced by many companies around the world amid the pandemic.
This alert provides a summary of the announcement (Announcement) issued by the Kanto Local Finance Bureau (KLFB) at the beginning of August 2020. Responding to the Japanese government’s “Report concerning Promotion of Regulatory Reform,” the Financial Services Agency (FSA) announced on July 17, 2020 the FSA’s temporary treatment for applications or notifications given the circumstances of the continuing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had sweeping effects around the world, and in this era of globalization, business transactions that span multiple jurisdictions and markets have fallen prey to new and unexpected risks presented by the pandemic.
Our COVID-19 Legal Issue Compendium brings together in one place an overview of our key publications covering the legal and regulatory landscape, including matters related to business operations and industry-specific issues faced by many companies around the world amid the pandemic.
The Kazakhstan government has adopted a resolution that establishes the so-called “adjustment coefficient” zero to salary-related taxes and payments in an effort to stabilize the economy during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Our COVID-19 Legal Issue Compendium brings together in one place an overview of our key publications covering the legal and regulatory landscape, including matters related to business operations and industry-specific issues faced by many companies around the world amid the pandemic.
Singapore’s telehealth sector is driven by the growing telemedicine industry, which has seen an increase in digital self-help options to consult medical doctors through online web-based applications. Telehealth providers in Singapore are mainly focused on providing remote telemedicine and/or on-demand house call services.
The Multi-Ministry Taskforce has announced plans for a progressive reopening of Singapore’s economy and society as it emerges from the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. The taskforce has also been reviewing the border measures put in place to manage the risks of importation, and will likewise be implementing progressive changes as the borders reopen to international travel.
The Singapore government on 5 June passed the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Amendment) Bill, which aims to provide eligible small- and medium-sized enterprises with rental relief. The bill is premised on a fair sharing of obligations between the government, landlords, and tenants.
With the easing of circuit-breaker measures in Singapore, employers gearing up for reopening must implement safe management measures to provide a safe working environment for employees. Here is a brief guide for employers in Singapore on things to take note when planning for these measures.
The Singapore government announced on 26 May its S$33 billion “Fortitude” budget, which will provide support for businesses and workers in light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Workforce retrenchment in Singapore is expected to hit record numbers as a result of economic disruption from the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Here is a brief guide for employers in Singapore as they consider retrenchment as an option.
The Malaysia Securities Commission (SC) announced on April 28 that flexibility will be granted for businesses issuing convertible notes to venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) firms registered with the SC.