The Japanese government is expanding the business sectors subject to Japan's foreign direct investment ("FDI") regime, which covers not only investment but also voting and other actions, to secure stable supply chains and mitigate the risk of technology leakage and diversion of commercial technol

Debt Explorer | The data center market in APAC is growing rapidly, providing banks and private credit lenders with attractive financing opportunities across the region.

M&A Explorer | Japanese M&A, both inbound and outbound, has spiked sharply this year, with dealmaking momentum looking strong for the rest of 2025 and beyond

Japan's first comprehensive AI legislation becomes law, focusing on promoting research and development.

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

M&A Explorer | Stronger stock market performance bodes well for exit conditions in Japan’s rapidly maturing PE space

M&A Explorer | Much needed business restructurings and government incentives have the potential to drive acquisitions and divestments in Japan

The Japanese government continues to review filings and refine its approach under the FDI regime following the 2019 amendments.

Financing of infrastructure projects should require protections for privacy