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Law and Policy Database

Navigate the legal landscape of the Asia and the Pacific region. Our database provides a central repository for legal and policy information, including international instruments, national laws and regulations, and court judgments.

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Laws

An Act Creating the Laguna Lake Development Authority, Republic Act No. 4850 (Philippines)

The Act established the Laguna Lake Development Authority which is mandated to promote and accelerate the development and growth of the Laguna Lake area, and surrounding provinces, cities and towns.
Topics: Environmental Law, Administrative Law
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Wildlife Act 1965 (Singapore)

The Act provides the laws and regulations for the protection, preservation and management of wildlife to maintain a healthy ecosystem, as well as to safeguard the safety and health of the public.
Topics: Environmental Law, Biodiversity and Conservation
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The Constitution of the Republic of Singapore, 1965

The fundamental law of Singapore declares that the country shall be a sovereign republic to be known as the Republic of Singapore. The constitution recognizes fundamental liberties of persons, as well as sets out the structure of government.
Topics: Constitutional Law

Report of the Third Committee, A/5606

The Report of the Third Committee indicates that several countries introduced a draft declaration on the elimination of discrimination of against women for consideration by the General Assembly. In support of the draft resolution, it was pointed out that despite the efforts which have been made by the United Nations, such discrimination against women still exists.
Topics: Gender and Access to Justice, Human Rights, International Law
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Truth in Lending Act, Republic Act No. 3765 (Philippines)

The Act requires creditors to fully disclose all costs related to a credit transaction to enable the public to know the true cost of a credit.
Topics: Commercial Law, Civil Law, Finance

General Assembly Resolution 1721 (XVI), International Co-Operation in the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space, A/RES/1721(XVI)[B] (20 December 1961)

Resolution No. 1721 was passed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 1961. UNGA Resolution 1721 urged UN Member States and appropriate specialized agencies the early and comprehensive study of measures to "advance the state of atmospheric science and technology so as to provide greater knowledge of basis physical forces affecting climate and the possibility of large-scale weather modification."
Topics: Environmental Law, Climate Change, International Law
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Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, Republic Act No. 3019 (Philippines)

The Act declares the Government's policy to prevent certain acts of public officers and private persons which constitute graft or corrupt practices or which may lead thereto, in line with the principle that a public office is a public trust. It defines the prohibited acts relating to graft and corruption.
Topics: Anti-Graft and Corruption, Criminal Law, Government Law
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Act to Facilitate the Employment of Persons with Disabilities, Act No. 123 of 1960 (Japan)

The Act established measures to ensure equal opportunities and treatment in employment for persons with disabilities.
Topics: Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Labor Law
Laws

Trademark Act, Act No. 127 of 1959 (Japan)

The Act established the regulatory framework for the protection of trademarks.
Topics: Commercial Law, Intellectual Property Law
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The Federal Constitution of Malaysia, 1963

The fundamental law defines Malaysia as a Federation consisting of the States of Johore, Kedah, Kelantan, Malacca, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Penang, Perak, Perlis, Sabah, Sarawak, Selangor and Trengganu. The constitution also recognizes the fundamental liberties including the right to life.
Topics: Constitutional Law