Canada

Article Abstract:

Canadian securities laws clearly define and regulate private placements. Securities transactions exempt from registration requirements in Canada are discussed, with a focus on the laws and regulations of Ontario and Quebec. The registration and disclosure requirements for public and non-public offerings by foreign issuers are detailed. Specific regulations, such as Ontario's rule that international issuers can only exchange stock with designated institutions and Quebec's registration exemption for foreign investors dealing with statutorily-defined 'sophisticated purchasers' are also covered.

Surveys, Comparative analysis, Disclosure (Securities law), Securities law

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Tiger by the tail

Article Abstract:

Foreign corporations and law firms are entering Vietnam in large numbers after a 1987 foreign investment law which liberalized the rules. 'Doi moi', or renovation, is the term for the market liberalization policies. The US reciprocated in Feb 1994 by lifting a 30-year old trade embargo against North Vietnam. The legal system can be confusing, with a mixture of pre-doi moi socialist law, bits of French civil law and commercial regulations from market economies. Secured lending, tax laws and methods of dispute resolution are among the areas of concern to lawyers.

Economic aspects, Vietnam

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South Africa: Cape Fear turns to Cape Hope

Article Abstract:

South Africa's economy may become terminally ill without an infusion of foreign investment, and since apartheid is officially gone, foreign business has reason to start a cautious return. With the value of the rand continuing to drop against the dollar, South Africa is becoming a more profitable place in which to do business. There are still problems. Crime and political violence are on the rise. Compared to the poor, the black middle class is tiny. For a company to meet its labor force needs, it must be prepared to make a large investment in training.

Economic policy, South Africa

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