The 'technically strong' team at Ashurst is 'extremely responsive' and provides 'very clear and comprehensive advice' to issuers and underwriters on Greater Chinese-related international debt issuances. The scope of this work is broad and has recently included a number green and digital bond issuances, an area where the firm is particularly well-positioned by virtue not only of its transactional strength but also its ability to leverage deep fintech regulatory expertise. Leveraging 'deep industry knowledge', Jini Lee is at the forefront of much of this work and is also very adept at advising on transactions throughout Southeast Asia. Jessica Li is also an integral member of the team and has expertise at advising on standalone debt offerings and those drawn down via MTN programmes, as well as providing advice on hybrid securities. Lee co-heads the team alongside Patrick Phua.
Testimonials
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- 'The team responds swiftly and effectively when handling complex and sophisticated matters.'
- 'They are extremely responsive, and provide very clear and comprehensive advice.'
Key clients
- CITIC Securities International Company Limited
- Hong Kong Huafa Investment Holdings Limited
Work highlights
- Advising The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on the provision of its digital assets platform HSBC Orion to the Central Moneymarkets Unit of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) in connection with the issuance of a digitally native green bond (Digital Green Bonds).
- Advising Bank of China Limited, Macau Branch and other Joint Lead Managers in relation to the first ever Lotus Bonds issuance by a PRC financial institution located in the GuangdongHong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area of CNY500m 3.5 per cent. bonds due 2026 by Zhuhai Rural Commercial Bank Company Limited.