Hong Kong, Singapore fight off Shanghai

December 01, 2009


Counsel in Singapore are concerned that the rise of Shanghai could cause a decline in the number of Chinese companies listing on their exchange. But while other exchanges in the region are trying to attract foreign issuers, Singapore may have fewer options

As IFLR reported last week, The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is encouraging foreign listings with flexible disclosure requirements. Singapore’s regime, however, is already regarded as flexible - prompting concerns about how it can increase its appeal.

Lee Suet Fern is a partner at Stamford Law: “The...




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