[Forum Discussion] Lee, Tsai & Partners hosted a seminar on Outbound Investments for Taiwan Businesses: Market Entry and Doing Business in Vietnam, Thailand and India

November 24, 2023

Lee, Tsai & Partners recently organized an insightful seminar on outbound investment for Taiwanese businesses, focusing on market entry and operations in Vietnam, Thailand, and India. Powered by the Terralex Legal Network, the event welcomed distinguished guest speakers Lee Ying Ying from Kelvin Chia Partnership (KCP Singapore) and Ankur Sharma from Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan.

Given a growing interest among Taiwanese investors in these three countries with booming market opportunities, the seminar delved into crucial aspects such as market entry strategies, legal compliance, and considerations for local business operations.

Our co-founder Dr. Chung-Teh Lee inaugurated the seminar, followed by Lee Ying Ying’s presentation on market entry and business practices in Vietnam and Thailand. She discussed in-depth regulatory approvals, due diligence processes and highlighted the differences in taxes, governing laws, and dispute resolution mechanisms among Vietnam, Thailand, and Singapore.

In the second session, Ankur Sharma, partner at Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan, discussed the legal landscape for investors starting businesses in India. He emphasized key operational points and provided a comprehensive understanding of managing businesses in India, including insights into arbitration and competition laws.

The seminar facilitated a productive exchange of valuable knowledge among participants and broadened their horizons for more effectively navigating business landscapes in different regions. The connections forged during this event will enhance regional collaboration and enable the participants to better assist their respective clients in business expansion, as well as provide them with more comprehensive legal expertise.