Shearman and Sterling elects first Japanese partner

A&O Shearman names new Greater China leadership team

From May 1, Cindy Lo will become regional managing partner and Roger Lui will become senior partner, both for Greater China.

April 21, 2026

Vietnam’s SHB raises S$229m through CGIF-backed social bonds

The dual-tranche issuance is the first Singapore dollar bond from a Vietnamese issuer and will support lending to local MSMEs.

October 27, 2026

A&O Shearman appoints senior Japan debt finance partner

As Japan M&A deals increase, Rintaro Hirano is joining the international law firm at the end of April from Nagashima, Ohno & Tsunematsu.

April 09, 2026

Middle East war shakes Bangladesh’s economy with trade deals in flux

After February's election, Bangladesh’s economy is being shaken by the rise in prices of oil and gas, a potential fall in remittances, increased shipping costs and Trump's latest tariffs, as the war in the Middle East continues.

March 14, 2026

Weil, Gotshal & Manges launches Asia capital markets practice

Corporate lawyer Shu Du is joining the firm from Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom to launch the practice.

October 13, 2026

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader hires Hong Kong partner

Paul Guan has joined the law firm's corporate and finance practice.

October 06, 2026