Civi Yap

Hong Kong

Content Writer at Law Business Research

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Increasing whistleblower protection in APAC: key considerations for businesses

Mar 6, 2025 | lexology.com | Civi Yap

APAC is seeing an increasing focus on company whistleblowing policies and strong corporate governance, but what are some key considerations for businesses to ensure the effectiveness of such programmes? Filed under Topics Organisations Industries
Navigating the energy transition in APAC: how can businesses prepare?

Mar 3, 2025 | lexology.com | Civi Yap

Countries in APAC are progressing towards a greener and more sustainable economy, but what should businesses be aware of while committing to energy transition? Filed under Topics Organisations Laws Industries
Australia’s Scam Prevention Act: what businesses need to know

Feb 26, 2025 | lexology.com | Civi Yap

Businesses should develop a robust governance policy, design a comprehensive scam control framework, and set up redress mechanisms to comply with Australia’s new scam prevention law. Filed under Topics Organisations Industries
ESG: key updates and developments (8 - 21 Feb)

Feb 21, 2025 | lexology.com | Civi Yap

Updated as of: 21 February 2025 EU agrees on new rules to reduce textile and food waste, Paraguay signs law on carbon credits, and China indicates it will reform the pricing system for renewable power projects – plus other key updates.
How have countries in APAC responded to US tariffs? (as of 20 Feb 2025)

Feb 19, 2025 | lexology.com | Civi Yap

Deploying counter-tariffs, seeking exemptions, and pledging to import more US goods are some of the responses from countries in APAC to the latest round of US tariffs. Filed under Topics Organisations Industries
South Korea’s PIPC fines payment companies for data privacy violations: key lessons for businesses 

Feb 19, 2025 | lexology.com | Civi Yap

Obtaining consent, clearly outlining privacy policies, and adopting robust internal governance are some key considerations for businesses as shown in South Korea's fines on Kakao Pay and Apple for cross-border transfers. Filed under Topics Organisations Laws Industries
Navigating the patchwork of recycling and packaging rules in APAC: key considerations for businesses

Oct 23, 2024 | lexology.com | Civi Yap

New rules and requirements across the APAC region present compliance challenges for businesses looking to implement effective waste management strategies. Filed underTopicsLawsIndustries
Growing DEI initiatives in APAC: key implications for employers

Oct 17, 2024 | lexology.com | Civi Yap

Regulators and lawmakers across APAC are developing new rules as DEI initiatives gain traction in the workplace. But what are the key implications for employers seeking to address equality in the workplace? Filed underTopicsOrganisationsLawsIndustries
ESG: key updates and developments (28 Sep - 11 Oct)

Oct 11, 2024 | lexology.com | Civi Yap

BP reportedly drops climate targets, the EU is set to delay its deforestation law by a year, and California passes a climate reporting law – plus other key updates. Filed underTopicsOrganisations
APAC: key ESG updates and developments (Oct 2024)

Oct 7, 2024 | lexology.com | Civi Yap

Singapore delays scope 3 reporting for smaller companies, Australia passes climate reporting law, and China investigates PVH for allegedly boycotting Xinjiang products – plus other key updates. Filed underTopicsOrganisations