Guide to preferred shares for foreign ownership in Philippine energy deals, preserving Filipino board control and complying with voting and beneficial ownership rules.
Foreign ownership of Philippine patent rights for power generation technology: rules, filing timing, deadlines, and links to energy nationality limits.
Guide to foreign ownership in Philippine shipping: domestic transshipment under R.A. 10668, domestic shipping limits under R.A. 9295, and compliance points.
Guide to foreign ownership in Philippine renewable energy: legal basis, restrictions, and how to set up a wholly owned subsidiary under the Foreign Investments Act.
How Energy Firms Can Own 100% of Philippine Renewable Projects Read More »
Revised Public Service Act enables foreign ownership in telecommunications and transport; learn the rules, limits, and compliance steps for investors.
How Foreigners Can Own 100% of Philippine Telecom and Transport Firms Read More »
This is a comprehensive guide to Republic Act No. 11659 which amended the Public Service Act and altered the Philippine foreign investment climate by narrowing the definition of a “public utility,” thereby opening massive sectors like telecommunications, shipping, and railways to up to 100% foreign ownership.
Private lands cannot be transferred to foreigners except through hereditary succession or if qualified to hold public lands.
What is the general rule regarding the transfer of private lands? Read More »
