Philippines Corner

Cygnus has a strong familiarity and connects with top Filipino law firms, with our partners having frequent exchanges on relevant legal and business issues. At Cygnus, we are ideally placed to help our clients do business with Philippines.

We assist clients across the entire business lifecycle, from structuring and incorporating companies / limited liability partnerships, compliance with Indian foreign exchange laws, competition laws, securities laws, securing office space, hiring local talent, to obtaining necessary business licenses (including trading licences and factory approvals) and product registrations.

We also provide yearly compliance services to entities owned or controlled by overseas entities. We assist in structuring shareholders / joint venture agreement, navigating double taxation impact and build most attractive tax structure. Our trusted network of partners based in Manila ensures smooth, on-ground execution.

Cygnus also brings considerable expertise in handling trade disputes and can advise Indian clients choosing to litigate in Philippines and vice versa representing Filipino clients litigating in India.

With recent “Declaration on the Establishment of a Strategic Partnership” between the Government of the Republic of India and the Government of the Republic of the Philippines, bilateral engagement in trade, investment and legal cooperation is poised for significant growth. Cygnus is ideally positioned to help clients navigate this evolving landscape and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

With partners having sound understanding of the business culture and ethos of Filipino business, Cygnus is well placed to be choice of law firm for any aspect of investment and trade between India and Philippines.

DISCLAIMER