Rajah & Tann Asia

We are proud to announce the appointment of Kim Beng Ng, our Managing Partner at Rajah & Tann Singapore, to the Court of the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC)!   This prestigious appointment recognises Kim Beng's extensive 20+ years of experience and deep expertise in handling complex disputes in International Arbitration. He has successfully represented clients in numerous high-stakes arbitrations across multiple jurisdictions, including infrastructure, energy, and construction.    The SIAC Court of Arbitration comprises 49 distinguished experts from around the world who play a vital role in guiding the administration of arbitration cases, ensuring an efficient, fair, and transparent process.   “I am honoured to be appointed to the Court of Arbitration of the SIAC,” said Kim Beng. “I look forward to working with esteemed colleagues and helping to support the sterling work of the SIAC.”   The appointment of Kim Beng to the SIAC Court underscores Rajah & Tann Asia's reputation as a leader in International Arbitration and dispute resolution in the region, providing top-tier services to clients.   Ng Kim Beng: https://lnkd.in/dDryvQ6P   Learn more about our Practices: International Arbitration: https://lnkd.in/gC2XRz89 Dispute Resolution: https://lnkd.in/gyvrs9Uv   Visit Arbitration Asia, a one-stop arbitration website which spotlights on Asia: https://lnkd.in/gi_-tbc3   #InternationalArbitration #Arbitration #SIAC #Singapore #Legal #Law #DisputeResolution #Leadership #RajahTannAsia #RTA #LawyersWhoKnowAsia #LWKA

We are proud to be recognised in Jus Connect’s 2025 Data-Driven Arbitration Rankings under the Commercial Arbitration Singapore category. Ranked Most Active Law Firm in Commercial Arbitration, this recognition is a testament to our unwavering dedication and expertise in the arbitration field. Read about it here: https://lnkd.in/gsrte8aG Learn more about our International Arbitration Practice: https://lnkd.in/gDbnuhAn Visit Arbitration Asia, a one-stop arbitration website which spotlights on Asia: https://lnkd.in/gi_-tbc3 #DataBackedRankings #Singapore #Arbitration #InternationalArbitration #lawyers #legal #accolade #RTAaccolade #law #asia #asiapacific #RajahTannAsia #RTA #LawyersWhoKnowAsia #LWKA

🔊 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗩𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮 The Energy Commission has published the Guidelines on Electric Vehicle Charging System (EVCS) on 24 February 2025. These guidelines are designed to ensure the safety and standardisation of EVCS across the country. Key highlights include: ▪ Specific safety requirements for EVCS. ▪ Outlined standards and application methods. ▪ Defined roles and responsibilities for all parties involved in the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of EVCS. ▪ Mandatory Certificate of Approval or release letter for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE). With the significant rise in electric vehicles (EV) and demand for EVCS in Malaysia, these Guidelines provide a timely legal framework to ensure the safety of all parties involved in the use and operation of EV and EVCS. Our legal experts from Christopher & Lee Ong, a member firm of Rajah & Tann Asia prepared a comprehensive update on these guidelines. 🔊 Follow us on LinkedIn to stay updated on all the latest legal updates! 🔊 Read the latest legal update here: https://bit.ly/44aM661 Christopher & Lee Ong: https://lnkd.in/grk3vCmb Siaw Wan Lim: https://lnkd.in/gYq6GxTM Chor Jack 曹杰: https://lnkd.in/gBRgvFm3 Chris Tan Chor Han 陈祖航: https://lnkd.in/gVPfpF4h #ChristopherLeeOng #CLO #Malaysia #ClientUpdate #LegalUpdate #ElectricVehicles #EVCS #Sustainability #GreenTechnology #EVGuidelines #CleanEnergy #LawyersWhoKnowAsia #LWKA #RajahTannAsia #RTA

The private credit market in Southeast Asia is showing promising growth potential. Zixiang Sun, Partner at Rajah & Tann Singapore’s Funds & Investment Management practice, recently shared his views with The Business Times, aptly noting, “The private credit market in the emerging markets is relatively nascent, but we believe opportunities abound, and with the right profile, [this] is expected to add depth to the Southeast Asian credit market.” This highlights that the tailwind in ASEAN’s private credit market is promising, even though it may not be as advanced as compared to the Western markets. With initiatives like Singapore's S$1 billion Private Credit Growth Fund, the region is poised to offer more financing options for high-growth local enterprises. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/42Lk7Hz Learn more about our Funds & Investment Management practice: https://lnkd.in/gfJhiBb3 Sun Zixiang: https://lnkd.in/g3ceq8my #PrivateCredit #SouthEastAsiaFinance #InvestmentGrowth #SingaporeFinance #law #legal #RajahTannAsia #RTA #LWKA #LawyersWhoKnowAsia

We were delighted to host a distinguished group of senior lawyers from Shanghai as part of this year’s Singapore-Shanghai Lawyers Exchange Programme. Kim Beng Ng, our Managing Partner, warmly welcomed everyone to Rajah & Tann Singapore, sharing our firm's rich history and achievements. Kim Huat Chia, Regional Head of our Corporate and Transactional Group, provided valuable insights on "Investing in Southeast Asia," highlighting the vast opportunities in digital markets, renewable energy, and healthcare, while also addressing regulatory and infrastructural challenges. Kwan Kiat Sim, Deputy Head of our Dispute Resolution Group, further emphasised Singapore's dispute resolution methods in supporting potential disputes. We pride ourselves on offering comprehensive legal services across 10 countries, including our offices in Shanghai and Shenzhen. Our deep regional expertise ensures compliance with local laws and regulations, providing our clients with a home advantage. This initiative, led by the Ministry of Law, Singapore, The Law Society of Singapore, Shanghai Justice Bureau, and Shanghai Bar Association, aimed to foster mutual understanding and collaboration between the legal communities. It was a fantastic opportunity to exchange knowledge and strengthen ties and we look forward to meeting everyone again! #Singapore #Shanghai #China #Investment #SoutheastAsia #Asia #InvestingInSoutheastAsia #RajahTannAsia #RTA #LegalNetworking #LegalCommunity #LegalExchange #Networking #Legal #Law #Lawyer

🔊 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳: 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 – 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝟮 𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀   Issue 2 of our recovery brief prepared by Rajah & Tann (Thailand) Limited examines key employment law considerations stemming from the 28 March 2025 earthquake.   Titled "Employment Implications Following Thailand's Earthquake: Guidance for Employers", the resource delves into legal requirements for temporary business suspensions and employee terminations in the case of ceased operations. 🔊 Follow us on LinkedIn to stay updated on all the latest legal updates. Click here to read the full legal update: https://bit.ly/3RFNtSH Learn more about: Rajah & Tann (Thailand) – https://lnkd.in/gf9dNgDG Saroj Jongsaritwang – https://lnkd.in/gNqQNWdQ   #postcrisis #crisismanagement #recovery #businesscontinuity #employment #legalupdate #guide #legal #Thailand #RajahTannAsia #RTA #LawyersWhoKnowAsia #LWKA

📢 Insights from a recent The Straits Times article underscores the critical issue of child abduction by a parent in Singapore.    In the article, Minjoo Yoon, Family & Matrimonial Law Partner at Rajah & Tann Singapore, sheds light on the challenges faced by parents whose former spouses go into hiding and remain uncontactable. She explains that abductors often hide children in countries with large rural areas and remove their online presence on social media, making it difficult for the left-behind parent to locate their abducted children. Her insights are drawn from her extensive experience handling such cases.   Read the full article for more insights into the issue of child abduction in Singapore here: https://bit.ly/3EFJnHj   Learn more about our Private Wealth practice: https://lnkd.in/gsKis2yk   Yoon Min Joo: https://lnkd.in/gCjXCHke   #FamilyLaw #MatrimonialLaw #FamilyMatrimonial #ChildAbduction #PrivateWealth #PrivateClient #TheStraitsTimes #trends #insights #law #legal #lawyer #lawfirm #Singapore #RajahTannAsia #RTA #RajahTannSingapore #RTS #LawyersWhoKnowAsia #LWKA

With the support from the UAE Embassy in Singapore and UAE Singapore Business Council, we welcomed over 150 clients and friends to a seminar on “Investing in the UAE & Middle East: Growth Opportunities & Legal Insights”. Our Partner Bala V opened the seminar with his introductory remarks of the UAE and Middle East as a high-growth region, setting a tone of optimism for the exciting speaker line-up and the seminar we hosted.   Mahmoud Alhashmi, Head of Political, Media Affairs and Public Diplomacy Section at the UAE Embassy in Singapore delivered the Keynote Address, highlighting the region’s evolving legal landscape and strategic focus on innovation-driven sectors.   Dr Dr Brian Shegar, Emeritus Chairman & Senior Adviser at UAESBC, Mohamed Sharaf, COO - FDI at Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, Malcolm Leoi, Chief Representative – Singapore at Dubai Chambers, and Hafidh Thani, Managing Partner at M&CO Legal unpacked themes around doing business in the UAE, the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and Dubai’s attraction as a key business hub, freezone structures, tax incentives, regulatory sandboxes and sectoral opportunities in emerging areas such as AI, fintech, sustainability.   An engaging panel discussion moderated by our Michelle Li, Head of International Arbitration, Construction & Projects, addressed some questions from our guests on doing business in the UAE, and some insights on what to expect and look out for when expanding into the UAE.   The session concluded with a Closing Remarks from Kim Beng Ng, Managing Partner of Rajah & Tann Singapore who reiterated our commitment fostering dialogue and building stronger connections with UAE counterparts to support our clients as they navigate cross-border opportunities in high-growth regions. #EventHighlights #Seminar #Invest #UAE #MiddleEast #Dubai #Opportunities #LegalInsights #LegalUpdates #LegalLandscape #Singapore #Asia #Legal #Law #RTA #RajahTannAsia

🔊 MAS Seeks Feedback on Proposed Regulatory Framework for Retail PMI Funds The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has issued a Consultation Paper seeking feedback on its proposed regulatory framework to allow retail investors to access private market investment (PMI) funds through authorised long-term investment funds (LIFs) with appropriate safeguards (LIF Framework). This framework aims to align with the ongoing Equity Market Review by offering retail investors more investment options and potentially enabling private market funds to list on the exchange. Currently, regulatory requirements do not permit the authorisation of collective investment schemes that are PMIs. MAS is inviting comments on the proposed LIF Framework, which should be submitted by 26 May 2025. Our experts from Rajah & Tann Singapore’s Financial Institutions and Funds & Investment Management practice groups provide an overview of MAS' key proposed requirements under the LIF Framework and the feedback sought under the consultation. 🔊 Follow us on LinkedIn to stay updated on all the latest legal updates! 🔊 Read our latest legal update here: https://bit.ly/4jMMiN7 Learn more about our Financial Institutions Practice Group: https://lnkd.in/gMXvH4rX Funds & Investment Management Practice Group: https://lnkd.in/gfJhiBb3 Anne Yeo: https://lnkd.in/g-gjGeuH Jasmine Chew: https://lnkd.in/gVc49fYP Philip Yeo: https://lnkd.in/g8gqmyGh Regina Liew: https://lnkd.in/giUDz3vQ Larry Lim: https://lnkd.in/gqFna_ju #MAS #Consultation #InvestmentFunds #RetailInvestors #PrivateMarketInvestment #EquityMarketReview #Singapore #legalupdate #legal #lawyer #law #RajahTannAsia #RTA #LawyersWhoKnowAsia #LWKA

🌟We are proud to share that Assegaf Hamzah & Partners (AHP) has been named ALB Employer of Choice 2025 in Indonesia by Asian Legal Business! As workplace expectations evolve, law firms are redefining what it means to support, grow, and empower their people. This recognition reflects AHP’s commitment to a culture that values wellbeing, career development, collaboration, and impact. The research team evaluated the law firms based on feedback from survey participants on critical areas such as job satisfaction, compensation, training and mentorship, transparency, collaboration, work-life balance, and more. Congratulations to everyone at AHP! Assegaf Hamzah & Partners: https://lnkd.in/g5mkyNi7 #employerofchoice #employer #legal #career #lawyer #law #workplace #Indonesia #Asia #SoutheastAsia #ALB #AsianLegalBusiness #legalaward #recognition #accolades #RTAccolades #RTA #RajahTannAsia #AHP #AssegafHamzahPartners