China is India’s second biggest trade partner behind the United States (US), and as a result, India is heavily dependent on China in matters of trade, technology and investment. However, since the spread of COVID-19 in India, the economic and political relations between the two countries have gone through a sea change, with the introduction of several trade sanctions against China by India. Divya Hazra and Veronica Gianola from D’Andrea and Partners analyse how India is attempting to reduce its dependence on China and the potential implications for European companies.
According to the Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM), as of early 2024, there were 78.44 million internet users in Vietnam with 72.7 million social media users (equivalent to 73.3% of the total population and 165.5 million mobile connections (equivalent to 169.8% of the total population) in Vietnam1. These statistics highlight Vietnam’s rapid growth in internet and
For expats in Vietnam, acquiring property in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City presents both residential and investment opportunities. In fact, apartment prices have surged by 70% in Hanoi and 55% in Ho Chi Minh City since 2018, with current prices averaging $2,000 to $2,800 per square meter[1]. Given the housing demand and investment potential,
As globalization intensifies cross-border interactions, understanding the legal mechanisms for enforcing foreign decisions becomes crucial for international business and dispute resolution. This article examines the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments and arbitral awards across four jurisdictions: China, India, Italy, and Vietnam. By comparing these jurisdictions, we aim to highlight the similarities and differences in
