East Asia - Hong Kong

Ashurst

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Ashurst is recognised for its strength in energy and natural resources, real estate, TMT, and construction-related financings, acting for both borrowers and lenders. It also shines in representing alternative lenders, including private equity clients, particularly where PRC law capabilities are required. In a recent highlight, Hong Kong and Beijing-based practice head Patrick Phua advised the syndicate of ten international and regional banks for Betterlife’s first launch in the syndicated loans market. Other key names to note include Daniel Lau, who has particular expertise in acting for Chinese companies seeking outbound investment; and Eric Tan, who is ‘technically strong, commercially sensitive and client oriented’, in addition to demonstrating ’strong business acumen and good industry knowledge’.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The banking team is innovative and solutions driven. We find them very accessible as well.’

  • ‘Ashurst's banking and finance business provides efficient and cost-effective legal services, covering various investment and financing transactions, including traditional syndicated loans, M&A financing, mezzanine financing, real estate financing and fund financing.'

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Key clients

  • China Taiping Insurance Holdings Company Limited
  • Glory United Development Limited

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Work highlights

  • Advised the syndicate of 21 international banks for Brunp and Catl Group's first offshore loan syndication.
  • Advised the mandated lead arrangers in an A$880m dual tranche facility for The Export-Import Bank of Korea. The loan proceeds are to be applied for various projects and the working capital requirements of the borrower.

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