EU Member State’s Foreign Investment Screening Framework under the CJEU’s Lens
On the 13 July, 2023, the Court of Justice of the European Union (“CJEU”), delivered a ruling in the case of Xella Magyarország Építőanyagipari Kft. v. Innovációs és Technológiai Miniszter, that has shaped the way Regulation (EU) 2019/452 on Foreign Direct Investment (the “EU FDI Regulation”) is to be interpreted.
Thailand’s Strategic Location: Why It’s the Ideal Gateway to ASEAN and Beyond
Thailand is an ideal location for international expansion, as it provides quick access to both local and international markets in the ASEAN region.
The Role of Earn-Outs in M&A Transactions: A Strategic Pricing Mechanism
In the dynamic landscape of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), earn-outs have emerged as a strategic pricing mechanism that can greatly impact the success of a transaction.
THE EDPB FLEXES ITS MUSCLES – META FINED IN EXCESS OF €1.5bn
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has in 2023 issued four decisions relating to Meta Ireland.
The new norm of Telework – The Law and its Prospect of Reform
What is Telework? In the context of employment, telework is a form of organising or performing work, using information technology, such as smartphones,
Case Study on Retirement
An employee working as a cleaner has been employed since 2007, but her new contract terms were signed in 2011. The original contract is very old, with some very specific clauses regarding retirement, which in her case, is at sixty-three (63) years old.
Posted Workers vs Secondment – part 2
This is the second part of two articles on the notion of secondment and posting. The Concept of Secondment
Posted Workers vs Secondment – Part 1
This is the first part of two articles on the notion of secondment and posting. You may be aware that certain aspects of employment law provide an opportunity for employees to work for different employers or else travel abroad for work.
New Health and Safety Rules at the Workplace
The need for Good Health and Safety Rules at the Place of Work Having satisfactory health and safety management at the place of work is valuable for all employers and employees because it promotes a positive and productive working environment whilst preventing any injuries and the outbreak of illnesses.
MGA Policy on the use of Distributed Ledger Technology by Authorised Persons
On 30th January 2023, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) issued a Policy (‘the Policy’) on the use of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) by Authorised Persons (that is gaming operators licensed in Malta),