Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

SFO opens round-two investigation into NZF Group

NZF Money, a commercial and residential lender, was placed into receivership in July, owing debenture holders about $16.4 million.

Bird & Bird boosts Asian offices with five new partners

Bird & Bird have added five new partners to their offices in Asia. Four from other firms and one has been appointed internally.

Nomura linked to Japan insider trade probe, shares fall

Japan's securities regulator recommended on Wednesday a 50,000 yen ($600) fine against Chuo Mitsui Asset Trust and Banking, saying the asset manager sold Inpex shares after a tip-off about its plans for a $6 billion offering in 2010.

Nomura Holdings controls in spotlight in Japan trading probe

The case centred on a 2010 stock offering by energy firm Inpex, also putting Japan's current rules against market manipulation in the spotlight, with the fund manager involved penalised with a tiny fine and Nomura facing no formal sanction.

Lehman units cease operations

KPMG Services have been appointed as liquidators of the two companies.

Why returning NRIs should watch for new clause in Wealth Tax Act

As the fine print from the Finance Bill starts trickling in, we bring you details that are likely to impact your taxes. A new provision in the Wealth Tax Act is likely to impact NRIs who have returned to India, especially those with significant asset hold

Risks are increasing in quantity and severity - PwC

While concerns about further economic uncertainty continue to be top of mind for business leaders, issues such as fraud and ethics, mergers and acquisitions, large programs, new product introductions, and business continuity were identified among the top

Leading competition and consumer law specialist joins Corrs

Corrs partner and CEO John W.H. Denton said Ayman’s appointment complements the capabilities and credentials of the Competition & Regulatory practice.

India call centers stealing Brits' personal data

Indian call centers are reportedly selling confidential personal data, including credit card details and medical records of more than 500,000 Britons.

Incoming SJ Berwin senior partner eyes international expansion

Kon - a key negotiator in the Proskauer talks - yesterday reaffirmed the firm’s plans to revisit the opportunity with another firm.

Australia Consults On Tax Hedging Rules

The TOFA tax hedging rules reduce after-tax mismatches by changing the tax treatment of the hedging financial arrangement to a way that is consistent with the tax treatment of the hedged item.

No Place for Shari`ah: Aussie Gov’t

Australian Muslim have been urging recognition of the Shari`ah Islamic law to boost integration and assimilation.

China police blocked visit, says fiance of detained S'porean

American Jason David Tan, 34, had been scheduled to meet with Singaporean Eden Wu Yidian, in a hotel in Jiangyin, the city in Jiangsu province where she is being detained, he said in a telephone interview.

Death of the bank safety deposit box

At Prakash Palicha's home in South London the security is now tighter than ever. He has had a new alarm fitted and every door has three locks.

Standard Chartered employee held by police in China

In a case that could highlight the risks bankers face in handling the finances of China's superrich, Chinese authorities have detained an employee of Standard Chartered PLC on suspicion she aided criminal activity, which her fiancé says refers

Global Law Firm boosts productivity, improves client satisfaction and helps the environment

The new platform is used extensively for a wide range of activities – from senior executives holding board meetings to the internal support team running training sessions, global case reviews, and client meetings.

Leading Indonesian law firm expands banking and finance team

He is a recognised leading banking and finance lawyer with over 15 years experience advising clients in the Indonesian legal market.

Central Bank Mulls Tighter Reserve Rules For Indonesian Banks

Bank Indonesia is considering raising the statutory reserve requirement faced by commercial banks in a move aimed at containing inflationary pressures caused by April’s scheduled fuel-price increase.

UK barrister to drive growth at Sciaroni & Associates

An Oxford-educated economist with practical knowledge and experience of international investment, among other experiences he has advised on a $150 billion portfolio for a major international bank.

Linklaters and Debevoise lead on AIG's $6bn Hong Kong share sale

Debevoise & Plimpton and Linklaters have taken lead roles on AIG's $6bn (£3.8bn) placement of shares in its Hong Kong spin-off, AIA Group, reports The Asian Lawyer.

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