International Trade

Unlocking global opportunities

Optimising international trade and investment in response to the ever-changing global context requires lawyers who not only understand international law, but who can offer a deep understanding of the economic, political, cultural and technological developments affecting businesses. A sophisticated international trade and investment practice combined with years of experience enables us to find the best solution to your legal or commercial problem and connect you to the global opportunity that is right for your business.

As a leading international firm, we are committed to supporting cross-border trade and investment in evolving physical and digital trade corridors to further leverage significant growth opportunities for our clients.

Whether you are seeking diversification, new investments, multilateral trade prospects or untapped potential, Asia will continue to present unique opportunities. Yet, doing business in one of the world’s fastest growing economies amid rapidly changing markets is complex.

Keeping international trade & investment flowing

Our advice on international trade & investment law includes:

  • Cross border mergers and acquisitions, merger clearances and international financing
  • Foreign investment laws
  • Sanctions, embargoes and export controls
  • International ecommerce and digital trade
  • Trade defence instruments (anti-dumping, anti-subsidy and safeguards)
  • Customs compliance, rules of origin and prohibited / restricted goods
  • WTO litigation and alternative dispute resolution 
  • Negotiation and implementation of trade agreements
  • Market access and trade barriers 
  • Bilateral investment treaties
  • Supply chain management and international procurement of goods and services
  • Responding to political risks and protecting against expropriation
  • Transfer pricing and supply chain taxation.
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Publication

Doing Business - Mallesons’ Guide to Doing Business in Australia

Doing Business - Mallesons’ 2026 guide to doing business in Australia - is your essential resource for investing and undertaking business operations in the Australian market.

30 April 2026

Featured Insight

Indo-Pacific trade deals are reshaping business: RCEP, ASEAN agreements and beyond

Trade agreements are becoming the operating system of regional commerce across the Indo-Pacific. Why does this matter? Australia is among key nations at the core of the Indo-Pacific – a region that is the engine of global growth. Understanding the impact of trade agreements – from RCEP, CPTPP and more – on supply chains can give a competitive edge in an uncertain environment.

20 January 2026

Insight

Asia’s capital is on the move: The view from Australia and Singapore

Australia is seeing some of its biggest deals driven by Asian investment, especially in sectors like digital infrastructure and energy. At the same time, Singapore is cementing its place as the region’s financial hub, playing a key role in the flow of global and intra-Asia investment.

01 October 2025

Latest News

KWM advises the International Finance Corporation on the Bohol-Panglao Airport PPP

King & Wood Mallesons (KWM) has advised the International Finance Corporation (IFC), lead transaction advisor to the Department of Transportation of the Government of the Philippines (DOTr), on the review, negotiation and procurement of an unsolicited proposal submitted by Aboitiz InfraCapital for the expansion, operation and maintenance of the Bohol-Panglao Airport in the Philippines.

20 December 2024

KWM helps Endeavour Group focus on future with successful demerger

King & Wood Mallesons is delighted to have assisted the newly ASX-listed Endeavour Group in its demerger from the Woolworths Group, reflecting their vision to create two simpler, more focused independent businesses that are better equipped for future growth.

07 July 2021

KWM Wins Long Running Russian Vodka Trade Mark Case

King & Wood Mallesons (KWM) has successfully defended SPI Group, who produces Stolichnaya vodka, against a claim brought on behalf of the Government of the Russian Federation in relation to the ownership of SPI Group's Stolichnaya trademarks in Australia.

04 November 2019

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