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Due diligence comes first in mining concessions
Mining concessions under scrutiny: Rosemoor case shows why flawless legal due diligence outweighs capital and geology
ARROW Act targets faster infrastructure delivery
From blueprint to benefit: ARROW Act speeds infrastructure by reforming right-of-way acquisition and disputes
Don’t judge land by its title: Lessons from spouses Manalese v Ferreras
Philippine Torrens System: Titles protect vigilant buyers, but possession red flags require real due diligence
Philippine arbitration cannot override Indigenous Peoples’ land rights in mining disputes
In the landmark consolidated cases of Lone Congressional District of Benguet Province v Lepanto Consolidated Mining Co (Lepanto) and Far Southeast Gold Resources Inc (FSGR) and Republic v Lepanto and FSGR
Philippines’ 99-year lease reform (RA 12252): Impact on foreign investment, land tenure
Long-term land tenure has historically been one of the Philippines’ most significant structural constraints for foreign investors
Philippine mining laws: community and environmental mandates
Philippine mining laws, particularly the Philippine Mining Act of 1995, impose mandatory obligations on mining companies that extend beyond mineral extraction
Mining fiscal reform in the Philippines: A tax overhaul
The Philippines has passed RA No.12253, creating a new profit-based tax system for large-scale metallic mining to ensure fairness and transparency
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ANI v OpenAI ruling: Reading the tea leaves
In-house legal teams that adapt now will be better placed for the final judgment after the first ruling on AI training and copyright
Recognition at last
Draft Advocates Amendment Bill 2026 could formalise law firms, mandate registration and admit foreign practices
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The A-List: Japan’s top lawyers and Legal Icons
Asia Business Law Journal uncovers the most recognised lawyers in Japan’s legal industry
