23 episodes
The Legal Cast by DFDL DFDL Legal, Tax & Investment Expertise
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DFDL was established in 1994 and founded on a unique vision: to create an integrated legal and tax advisory firm, with in-depth knowledge of the developing jurisdictions in which we are based. Our dedicated professionals exhibit the acumen and insight necessary to assist you in navigating the legal complexities and challenges. We strive to provide concise, commercially focused and innovative advice, drawing on over 27 years of wide-ranging experience and finely tuned local knowledge of the countries in which we operate.
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Bangladesh – Legal Expert Guide to Data Breaches & Ransomware Attacks
The digital transformation experienced over the last number of years and greatly accelerated by COVID-19 has resulted in unprecedented global economic and societal shifts with more people moving towards online services and companies collecting ever increasing volumes of data. As ransomware attacks and data breaches have been on top news stories these days, we take this opportunity to look more closely at some of the main questions, concerns and legal considerations to be taken into account when cyber-criminals attack.
In this podcast, our experts, Shahwar Nizam (Partner & Bangladesh Managing Director) and Ng Woan Na (Regional Legal Adviser; ASEAN & China Desks), guide you through the best practices and processes to put in place to prevent, prepare and ready oneself for such incident in Bangladesh.
Recording Date: 15 November 2021
Key topics discussed:
Overview of situation;Laws governing data breaches;Cybersecurity best practices to be adopted by organizations in response to internal and external data breaches;Guidance on how to best create, implement and refine a comprehensive data breach response plan; andSteps which organizations can immediately take to be better prepared for an international data breach.Listen to this very short podcast to get a clear overview of the situation in Bangladesh. Don’t miss out on this crucial opportunity to learn key insights on data breaches and ransomware attacks!
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Legal Aspects of Restructuring Loans and Key Tax Updates in Myanmar
If you missed our live webinar from 7 June 2023, here is another chance at listening to a recording of Legal Aspects of Restructuring Loans and Key Tax Updates in Myanmar by DFDL experts, Nick Towle (Regional Senior Adviser) and Diberjohn Balinas (Myanmar Tax Director).
The webinar came at a challenging time in Myanmar. The country’s recent political crisis, the government’s attempt to ‘de-dollarize’ the economy, and recent restrictions on foreign payments – all happening while recovering from the pandemic - have prompted investors, borrowers, and lenders to consider or restructure their loans in Myanmar.
The presentation included the following:
• Recent issuances by the Central Bank of Myanmar and relevant authorities affecting financing transactions in Myanmar.
• Common issues faced by lenders and borrowers in terms of documenting their restructuring, obtaining approval obtaining regulatory approvals, and getting their loans paid, and on how to mitigate those issues.
• Tax aspects on corporate finance restructuring.
• Recent tax updates (including annual tax compliance reminders for the financial year ended 31 March 2023).
Recording Date: 7 June 2023
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Cambodia – Legal Expert Guide to Data Breaches & Ransomware Attacks
The digital transformation experienced over the last number of years and greatly accelerated by COVID-19 has resulted in unprecedented global economic and societal shifts with more people moving towards online services and companies collecting ever increasing volumes of data. As ransomware attacks and data breaches have been on top news stories these days, we take this opportunity to look more closely at some of the main questions, concerns and legal considerations to be taken into account when cyber-criminals attack.
In this podcast, our experts, Simon Burlinson (Senior Consultant) and Ng Woan Na (Regional Legal Adviser; ASEAN & China Desks), guide you through the best practices and processes to put in place to prevent, prepare and ready oneself for such incident in Cambodia.
Recording Date: 15 November 2021
Key topics discussed:
Overview of situation;Laws governing data breaches;Cybersecurity best practices to be adopted by organizations in response to internal and external data breaches;Guidance on how to best create, implement and refine a comprehensive data breach response plan; andSteps which organizations can immediately take to be better prepared for an international data breach.Listen to this very short podcast to get a clear overview of the situation in Cambodia. Don’t miss out on this crucial opportunity to learn key insights on data breaches and ransomware attacks!
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Tax and Legal Aspects of Restructuring a Business in Myanmar
On 7 July 2023, our Partner and Myanmar Managing Director, Nishant Choudhary, had an informative discussion with Diberjohn Balinas (Myanmar Tax Director) and Rohan Bishayee (Myanmar Legal Consultant) on the tax and legal aspects of restructuring a business in Myanmar.
Our team discussed the approaches on how to navigate issues in Myanmar given the current political climate, restrictions on foreign payments, and issuances from the authorities. Our team shared insightful case studies that were well received by the participants during the live webinar.
The high-level discussion included the following topics:
Understanding the common types of business restructuring in Myanmar
Overview of the applicable Myanmar taxes related to business restructuring
Strategies for tax planning when exiting or restructuring a business in Myanmar
Practical insights into the process of deregistration and dissolution in Myanmar
Recording Date: 7 July 2023
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Lao PDR – Legal Expert Guide to Data Breaches & Ransomware Attacks
The digital transformation experienced over the last number of years and greatly accelerated by COVID-19 has resulted in unprecedented global economic and societal shifts with more people moving towards online services and companies collecting ever increasing volumes of data. As ransomware attacks and data breaches have been on top news stories these days, we take this opportunity to look more closely at some of the main questions, concerns and legal considerations to be taken into account when cyber-criminals attack.
In this podcast, our experts, Vinay Ahuja (Partner) and Ng Woan Na (Regional Legal Adviser; ASEAN & China Desks), guide you through the best practices and processes to put in place to prevent, prepare and ready oneself for such incident in the Lao PDR.
Recording Date: 15 November 2021
Key topics discussed:
Overview of situation;Laws governing data breaches;Cybersecurity best practices to be adopted by organizations in response to internal and external data breaches;Guidance on how to best create, implement and refine a comprehensive data breach response plan; andSteps which organizations can immediately take to be better prepared for an international data breach.Listen to this very short podcast to get a clear overview of the situation in the Lao PDR. Don’t miss out on this crucial opportunity to learn key insights on data breaches and ransomware attacks!
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Philippines – Legal Expert Guide to Data Breaches & Ransomware Attacks
The digital transformation experienced over the last number of years and greatly accelerated by COVID-19 has resulted in unprecedented global economic and societal shifts with more people moving towards online services and companies collecting ever increasing volumes of data. As ransomware attacks and data breaches have been on top news stories these days, we take this opportunity to look more closely at some of the main questions, concerns and legal considerations to be taken into account when cyber-criminals attack.
In this podcast, our experts, Jude Ocampo (Partner, OSLaw) and Ng Woan Na (Regional Legal Adviser; ASEAN & China Desks), guide you through the best practices and processes to put in place to prevent, prepare and ready oneself for such incident in the Philippines.
Recording Date: 16 November 2021
Key topics discussed:
Overview of situation;Laws governing data breaches;Cybersecurity best practices to be adopted by organizations in response to internal and external data breaches;Guidance on how to best create, implement and refine a comprehensive data breach response plan; andSteps which organizations can immediately take to be better prepared for an international data breach.Listen to this very short podcast to get a clear overview of the situation in the Philippines. Don’t miss out on this crucial opportunity to learn key insights on data breaches and ransomware attacks!
Read more: https://www.dfdl.com/resources/podcasts/legal-expert-guide-to-data-breaches-ransomware-attacks-in-the-philippines/
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