Eastern promise: The M&A pipeline between APAC and the Middle East is primed for growth
M&A Explorer | Dealmaking between the two regions looks set to rise as trade links and political relations strengthen
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Land of the rising dissension: Japanese shareholder activism in focus
M&A Explorer | A perfect storm of volatile market conditions and investor demands is brewing in Japan, fostering an environment ripe for increased shareholder activism in 2025
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Japan’s PE market is thriving, with potential for exits to follow
M&A Explorer | Stronger stock market performance bodes well for exit conditions in Japan’s rapidly maturing PE space
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Europe holds enduring appeal for Asia-Pacific dealmakers
M&A Explorer | APAC investors continue to seek out high-growth assets across the continent despite a global slowdown in M&A activity
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Japan 2023 Proxy Season
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US outbound M&A into China pivots to Korea and Japan
M&A Explorer | Long-time US allies Japan and South Korea benefit from tensions between Washington and Beijing
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A spotlight on shareholder value spurs Japanese M&A
M&A Explorer | Much needed business restructurings and government incentives have the potential to drive acquisitions and divestments in Japan
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Foreign direct investment reviews 2023: Japan
The Japanese government continues to review filings and refine its approach under the FDI regime following the 2019 amendments.
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Japan 2022 Proxy Season
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Carve-outs’ popularity soars as businesses pursue growth
White & Case M&A Explorer | Carve-out deals are offering businesses and investors an alternative route to growth in a post-COVID global economy
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Renewables push drives M&A in Japan’s energy sector
Ambitious decarbonization targets and high investment returns are drawing interest from both local and international buyers
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COVID-19 – Guidance for International Employers
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Logistics deals deliver for investors as supply chains struggle
Logistics, packaging and shipments companies are using M&A to expand their service coverage and future proof.
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Foreign direct investment reviews 2021: Japan
Japan continues to tighten foreign direct investment reviews but also offers a prior notification exemption
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Shareholders' General Meetings: The trend of shareholders' viewing ESG as important is steadily increasing
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In Japan, resistance to hostile takeovers fades
Attitudes are shifting, thanks to changes in corporate governance
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Foreign direct investment reviews 2020: A global perspective
A guide to navigating the rules for investing in countries that require foreign direct investment approval
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Japan
In 2020, Japan tightened foreign direct investment review but also introduced a prior notification exemption scheme
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Japan's 2020 Proxy Season Results Announced
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Foreign direct investment reviews 2025: Japan
The Japanese government expands business sectors subject to Japan's FDI regime to secure stable supply chains and mitigate the risk of technology leakage and diversion of commercial technologies into military use.
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Foreign direct investment reviews 2024: Japan
Certain businesses related to "Specifically Designated Critical Commodities" have been designated "core" sectors subject to Japan's FDI regime, FEFTA.
