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Hong Kong Unlikely Refuge for NSA Whistleblower
Tom Brennan Monday, June 10, 2013
:: China/Hong Kong

Former U.S. defense contractor Edward Snowden chose Hong Kong to introduce himself to the world as the source for a series of major leaks about NSA surveillance programs. But it's hardly the ideal choice for someone seeking to avoid prosecution in America. read more



MoFo on Softbank's $3.3 Billion Bond Issue
Jessica Seah Monday, June 10, 2013
:: Japan :: Deals

Proceeds from the issue will help the Tokyo-based company finance its proposed $20.1 billion acquisition of U.S. mobile telecom carrier Sprint Nextel Corp. read more



DLA Piper, Weil on $735 Million Club Med Acquisition
Jessica Seah Monday, June 10, 2013
:: China/Hong Kong :: Deals

Majority stakeholders Fosun International Ltd. and AXA Private Equity have made a bid to buy out the French resort operator. read more



Shearman on $786 Million Macau Gaming IPO
Jessica Seah Friday, June 7, 2013
:: China/Hong Kong :: Deals

Hotel and casino operator Macau Legend Development Ltd. is raising money to refurbish and expand its properties in Macau. read more



Citibank Picks IndusLaw Partner as India GC
Jessica Seah Friday, June 7, 2013
:: India :: People

Pramad Rao was also previously the longtime general counsel for ICICI Bank. read more



Haynes and Boone Announces Shanghai Plans
Tom Brennan Wednesday, June 5, 2013
:: China/Hong Kong :: Firms

It will be the first Asian office for the Dallas-based firm. read more




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