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With 10 members operating across 19 jurisdictions, Globalaw’s growing network in Africa provides an effective platform to meet global client needs.

Check the 2023 Globalaw Africa Directory at this link.

The New York City charity Minds Matter received a donation of $ 7,000 from the Globalaw Foundation at the Globalaw Americas Regional Meeting on June 3rd, 2023. The Globalaw foundation gives back to communities and organizations in need, with a focus on legal education and access to justice.  

The donation was presented to Erika Halstead and Colin Delaney, directors at Minds Matter during the Globalaw Americas Regional Meeting at the prestigious Harvard Club in New York City hosted by Globalaw Member firm Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP.   

Read the press release here.

Are you a New Zealand citizen (or member of a related entity) that has purchased residential-related property or land in New South Wales (NSW)? Are you a New Zealand citizen that is considering becoming an Australian citizen?

If so, there are certain new/revised measures and interpretations of the law and associated guidance which may have a significant impact on your Australian taxation position.

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Doing business in, or investing in, Australia may require an understanding of the goods and services tax regime (sometimes referred to as consumption tax, value added tax or goods and services tax). Here is a brief guide on GST in Australia for foreign businesses that may be about to do business, or invest, in Australia.

Read the full article by Ajay Ravi, McInnes Wilson Lawyers

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) is not just a trend, it’s the new reality. Investors are putting their money where their values are, and ESG principles are leading the way. The pandemic, climate change, cyber incidents, supply chain challenges, economic disparities, and social justice movements have all accelerated this trend, and businesses need to take notice.

Read the full article from Georgia McNamara, Associate, McInnes Wilson Lawyers

Africa is the second largest and second-most populous continent in the world. It is fitting therefore that Globalaw is organising from the 16-18 March 2023 its first ever EMEA event on African soil with the support of host firm Fraikech Associés (link to program). In that context, Globalaw published its ever map of members and partners in Africa.

Africa presents a wealth of opportunities for investors, boasting a youthful and rapidly expanding population, vast natural resources, a burgeoning middle class, and a commitment to economic reforms. With many African economies still in the nascent stages of development, it presents a unique opportunity for investors to tap into a market that is poised for growth and the potential to yield higher returns compared to established and mature markets. Thus, investing in Africa can offer a high growth potential and profitability, making it an attractive option for those seeking to diversify their portfolios beyond developed economies.

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The Globalaw Foundation showed the #Globalaw community’s support to the Moroccan charities A Better Tomorrow and Association Morocco Foundation with a $6,000 donation presented at the #GLEMEA2023 in the prestigious Palace Soleiman in Marrakech. Read more here.