Pedro Cortés and Luis Portela de Carvalho recently contributed with an article to Lexology about the Portuguese Parliament’s current discussion on a bill proposed by the minority party Livre aiming to impose a near-total ban on gambling advertising. While the intent is to address rising public health concerns related to gambling, the article raises critical
Executive Summary. The Government has adjusted its proposal to amend the Portuguese Nationality Law. According to public statements reported this week, the draft will no longer apply retroactively, addressing one of the most contested elements of the reform. However, the package maintains the possibility of deprivation of Portuguese nationality for certain serious crimes committed by
Portugal’s President has promulgated, on the 16th October 2025, amendments to the Foreigners’ Act (Lei dos Estrangeiros), marking a significant update to the legal framework governing the entry, stay, and residence of foreign nationals in the country. The reform aims to streamline procedures, align national practice with EU standards, and address operational pressures in migration
Our Calvin Chui Tinlop Chui, Vanessa Wong, and Jessica Yue have authored an in-depth analysis on Lexology, breaking down Macau’s newly enacted 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘄 (effective 1 September 2026). This landmark legislation replaces decades-old rules, introducing five procurement procedures and four core principles to enhance transparency, integrity, and efficiency in public spending. Key Highlights: 𝗙𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
The Asia-Pacific region continues to be the world’s most dynamic and diverse market for regulated gambling and commercial gaming — with evolving laws, complex compliance requirements, and enormous potential for growth. In an article for Chambers and Partners Global Practice Guides, our Pedro Cortés explores key developments shaping the sector across Macau, the Philippines, Singapore,
Our Pedro Cortés has authored a new article for Lexology with an analysis of Macau’s gaming industry in the first half of 2025. As the world’s premier casino destination, Macau continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience post-pandemic, supported by policy initiatives, operator confidence, and a steady effort to attract international tourism. The article explores: Gross Gaming
Our Luís Rôlo has contributed to an article for OneTrust DataGuidance. This article offers a comprehensive overview of the legal and regulatory framework governing employee data protection in Macau. The primary legislation is the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA, Law No. 8/2005), which outlines the rights of employees and the obligations of employers concerning the
We are pleased to share that our 华海伦 Helena Nazaré Valente and Lai Ieng Ng have authored an article on Lexology regarding the significant amendments to Portugal’s immigration laws, approved on July 16, 2025. These reforms represent a major shift in how Portugal manages entry, residency, and family reunification for foreign nationals. The approved amendments to Law
Pedro Cortés and Calvin Chui have penned an article on Lexology about Macau’s recently passed Investment Funds Law (IFL). The Legislative Assembly approved this law on July 14, 2025, marking the first comprehensive reform of the investment funds regime since 1999. Scheduled to come into effect on January 1, 2026, the IFL plays a vital
Pedro Cortés has contributed to Lexology with a brief regarding the ongoing public consultation for revising Macau’s Advertising Activity Law, which will run until 2 August 2025. This initiative seeks to modernize the regulatory framework, enhance enforcement, and ensure consumer protection amidst evolving market practices. You can access the full article here (with registration at