Asia: Government, Public Sector

Under FEMA, the rules related to investment by a person resident outside India in an Indian company are provided under Foreign Exchange Management (Non-debt Instruments) Rules, 2019 (‘NDI Rules’).

Vietnam has taken a significant step toward implementing the Ninh Thuan 2 Nuclear Power Project, with Deputy Prime Minister Phạm Gia Túc chairing a high-level government meeting to accelerate the legal framework and administrative procedures. The State Appraisal Council has completed its assessment, recommending restructuring the program into three independent projects, while special legal and investment mechanisms are being developed to facilitate this strategically important energy infrastructu

Vietnam's government has taken decisive steps to advance the Ninh Thuan 2 nuclear power plant project, with Deputy Prime Minister Phạm Gia Túc directing authorities to complete the legal framework and administrative procedures. The State Appraisal Council has recommended restructuring the program into three independent projects, while special legal and investment mechanisms are being developed to accelerate implementation of this strategically vital $22 billion energy infrastructure initiative.

The Rajasthan High Court examines whether the traditional practice of Atta-Satta—a reciprocal marriage arrangement between families—can override individual consent in marriage. This case explores the intersection of customary practices with fundamental rights, addressing issues of child marriage, matrimonial cruelty, and women's dignity under Indian law.

The Rajasthan High Court examines whether the traditional practice of Atta-Satta—a reciprocal marriage arrangement between families—can override legal consent requirements when minors are involved. This case explores the intersection of customary practices with child marriage laws, matrimonial cruelty standards, and women's dignity rights.

The Full Federal Court's decision in Giggle for Girls Pty Ltd v Tickle clarifies the framework for establishing gender identity discrimination under the Sex Discrimination Act 1984, determining that exclusion based on appearance characteristics that appertain to transgender women constitutes direct rather than indirect discrimination. The ruling has sparked debate about proposed legislative reforms that would define 'man' and 'woman' strictly by biological sex at birth, potentially impacting transgender rig

The second phase of New South Wales' most expansive overhaul of firearms regulation recently took place, marking the biggest leap in firearms and gun licence laws since the 1996 Port Arthur massacre. The reforms are enshrined in the Terrorism and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2025 (NSW), and were passed in an emergency sitting just days after the Bondi Beach terror attack in December 2025.

Law firms, real estate agents, property developers, conveyancers, accountants, trust and company service providers and precious commodities dealers (Tranche 2 entities), will need to comply with reporting entity obligations under the Anti-Money Laundering/ Counter-Terrorism Financing 2006 (Cth) (AML/CTF Act) from 1 July 2026. They will also need to enrol with AUSTRAC by 29 June 2026.

On June 24, 2026, the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) issued Announcement No. 24 of 2026, formally promulgating the Measures for Industrial and Supply Chain Security Investigations [产业链供应链安全调查工作办法] (hereinafter referred to as the Measures).

Vietnam has taken a significant step toward implementing the Ninh Thuan 2 Nuclear Power Project, with Deputy Prime Minister Phạm Gia Túc chairing a high-level government meeting to accelerate the legal framework and administrative procedures. The State Appraisal Council has completed its assessment, recommending restructuring the program into three independent projects, while special legal and investment mechanisms are being developed to facilitate this strategically important energy infrastructu

Vietnam's government has taken decisive steps to advance the Ninh Thuan 2 nuclear power plant project, with Deputy Prime Minister Phạm Gia Túc directing authorities to complete the legal framework and administrative procedures. The State Appraisal Council has recommended restructuring the program into three independent projects, while special legal and investment mechanisms are being developed to accelerate implementation of this strategically vital $22 billion energy infrastructure initiative.

India's leading states are competing to attract Global Capability Centres through strategic policy frameworks, fiscal incentives, and infrastructure development. Karnataka, Telangana, Maharashtra, and Gujarat have each designed distinct approaches to position their metropolitan hubs as premier destinations for multinational innovation and value delivery. Which state offers the most compelling proposition for establishing high-value GCC operations in India's evolving business landscape?