Law

It is generally accepted that in the aftermath of the financial crisis in Asia during the 1990s, a lot of emphasis was placed on reforming corporate governance.  However, the success of those reforms is not well known.  This research examines these reforms and conducts a critical analysis of the success of these reforms by focusing on Indonesia, the Republic of Korea, Thailand and Malaysia, the Asian areas hit hardest by the financial crisis in Asia.  General perceptions have been...

Saudi Company law has been amended several times through 30 years, in which the shareholders right to information has been protected much better. This new company law enhances shareholders rights to a large extent, and promotes the prosperity of capital markets and numerous investments. This dissertation discusses the rights which are available to shareholders under the Saudi Companies Law in particular those which related to distribution of company income, buy new shares, and the right of sell...