Latin America and the Caribbean: The mining sector in Latin America is entering a different phase of ESG scrutiny. What passed as sufficient over the past decade, compliance checklists, sustainability reports, audit certifications, no longer answers the questions now being asked by courts, lenders, investors, regulators, and affected communities.

Bolivia: Much has been said in recent days regarding ASFI Resolution N° 299/2026 of April 8, which sets forth changes to the use of debit and credit cards abroad, and rightly so. For many users, this was the first visible symptom: higher costs for international transactions and modified operational limits. However, limiting the discussion to card usage alone is to remain at the surface of a much deeper transformation.

Slovak Republic: We are pleased to present you with a new issue of the Life Sciences Newsletter with interesting events and key news from the decision-making practice of the Ministry of Health of the Slovak Republic and legislation.

United Kingdom: The extension of CDC regulations to include unconnected multi-employer arrangements represents a significant expansion of the existing framework.

Vietnam: The Law on Investment No. 143/2025/QH15 officially took effect on 01 March 2026 (“Investment Law 2025”), replacing the Law on Investment No. 61/2020/QH14 (“Investment Law 2020”), continuing to build upon and refine the regulations governing offshore investment activities. Notably, for the first time, the Government has issued a dedicated decree to provide detailed guidance for this sector. Accordingly, Decree No. 103/2026/ND-CP on offshore investment took effect on 03 April 2026 (“Decree 103/2026/ND-CP”), replacing Chapter VI of Decree No. 31/2021/ND-CP on elaborating some articles of the Law on Investment (“Decree 31/2021/ND-CP”). This new decree clarifies the provisions of the Investment Law 2025 and systematizes the legal framework regulating offshore investment.

Venezuela: The Organic Law for the Acceleration and Optimization of Administrative Procedures was recently enacted, published in Special Official Gazette No. 7,018 of April 8, 2026 ("Law").

On April 9, 2026, the Indiana Supreme Court issued a unanimous opinion in Harper v. S&H Leasing, LLC that significantly changes the landscape for statutory conversion claims involving money in Indiana.

New Zealand: From 6 March 2026, holders of an Active Investor Plus residency by investment visa or one of the predecessor visas (together, Investment Visas) may purchase or build a residential home in New Zealand through a new targeted consent pathway under the Overseas Investment Act 2005. This new pathway represents a significant opportunity for Investment Visa holders, but it also carries an important tax risk that investors should obtain advice on and may need to carefully manage.

Vietnam: Appellate judgment No. 1689/2025/DS-PT dated 26 December 2025 of the People’s Court of Ho Chi Minh City set aside the partly deficient first-instance judgment No. 1446/2025/DS-ST dated 30 September 2025 issued by the People’s Court of Area 7 - Ho Chi Minh City, citing serious procedural violations as well as errors in the application of substantive law and the assessment of evidence. The key legal issues addressed by the appellate court are summarized in this article.

Ukraine: On April 1, 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved Resolution 298-p, which sets out quotas on renewable energy sources for 2026–2029 as well as the 2025 RES auction schedule.

Netherlands: Welcome to the April edition of the Pulse Newsletter of Dentons Amsterdam Office.

United Kingdom: From 1 May 2026, the Renters' Rights Act 2025 (RRA) will fundamentally reshape the assured tenancy regime.

Nigeria: In today’s high-stakes corporate environment, talent acquisition has been a predominant focus for companies and employers seeking to gain a competitive advantage. Organisations routinely invest significant resources in training and developing employees as skilled talent is both an asset and a strategic advantage for an employer.

On March 11, 2026, United States Patent and Trademark Office Director John A. Squires issued a memorandum adding a new domestic-industry factor to the reasons the Office may decline to institute an inter partes review (“IPR”) or post-grant review (“PGR.”)

Colombia: The Colombian Government issued Decree 0368 of 2026, amending Decree 2555 of 2010 regarding the open finance system. The decree establishes a mandatory framework for the access, sharing, and processing of personal data and financial information within the financial system.

United Kingdom: On 27 March 2026, the CMA launched investigations into a number of businesses across different sectors as part of its crackdown on false and misleading online consumer reviews.

United Kingdom: In March 2026, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published the outcome of its review of the activities of second charge mortgage lenders and intermediaries.

Canada: Join Heather Barnhouse, Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them. In episode 97, Heather welcomes Rebecca Kacaba, co-founder and CEO of DealMaker, who shares her path from practicing securities law to building a digital capital-raising platform. Kacaba explains how DealMaker streamlines disclosure and diligence through templated, SEC-approved documents, supports raises from under $5M up to $75M, and sees repeat investments from engaged retail supporters. She discusses industries and founder traits that perform well, barriers to similar models in Canada, and the impact DealMaker has had ($2B transacted for 900+ businesses).

South Korea: One month into the enforcement of the "Yellow Envelope Act" (amended Articles 2 and 3 of the Trade Union and Labor Relations Adjustment Act), the order of bargaining between prime contractors and subcontractors is being rapidly reshaped.

Hong Kong: A recent judgment in the High Court of Hong Kong, 華融華僑資產管理股份有限公司 v 李晓鹏 (China Huarong Asset Management Co, Ltd v Li Xiao Peng) [2025] HKCFI 6402, clarifies the interplay between the statutory registration regime under the Mainland Judgments (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance (Cap. 597) (MJREO) and common law enforcement.