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Dentons hires ex-Ashurst lawyer as partner in Hong Kong

Dentons strengthens litigation and dispute resolution practice in Greater China with Benjamin Ng’s recruitment as a partner in Hong Kong

Firms steer top wafer foundry Nexchip’s HKD6.98bn listing

Leading wafer foundry Nexchip Semiconductor lists on the HKEX main board on 10 July, raising around HKD6.98 billion (USD890 million)

Firms assist on Three-Circle’s HKD7.16bn debut in Hong Kong

Three-Circle Group debuts on the HKEX on 9 July, raising around HKD7.16 billion (USD913 million)

Firms advise on PCB drill-bit leader Dtech’s HKD4.8bn IPO

Printed-circuit board drill-bit manufacturer Dtech Technology raises HKD4.8 billion (USD612 million) in its HKEX debut on 9 July, three years after its SZSE listing

Luxshare raises HKD24.27bn in Hong Kong’s largest IPO

Chinese leading manufacturing company Luxshare Precision raises about HKD24.27 billion (USD3.09 billion) in Hong Kong’s largest IPO to date this year

Davis Polk, Fangda act on Biren’s HKD7.1bn H-share placement

Chinese graphics processing unit developer Biren Technology raises around HKD7.1 billion after an H-share placement on the HKEX on 8 July

Firms steer autonomous driving company Momenta’s HKD5.89bn IPO

Chinese autonomous driving company Momenta debuts on the HKEX on 8 July, raising HKD5.89 billion (USD751 million)

EACON is world’s first listed autonomous mining vehicle company

China’s EACON Group becomes the world’s first listed autonomous mining vehicle company after its HKEX debut on 8 July, raising HKD3 billion

White & Case hires two former Broadfield disputes partners

White & Case hires two former Broadfield dispute resolution partners Fergus Saurin and Grace Zhu

Firms advise on Anker Innovations’ HKD4.6bn HKEX debut

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Sullivan & Cromwell hires capital markets partner in HK

Former Paul Hastings partner Steven Hsu joins Sullivan & Cromwell’s capital markets group in Hong Kong

Cooley, Dua advise Lingyi iTech on HKD8.26bn Hong Kong IPO

Cooley and Dua Associates have guided Apple supplier Lingyi iTech on its HKD8.26 billion (USD1.06 billion) initial public offering in Hong Kong

China Resources New Energy in RMB21.3bn record SZSE debut

King & Wood, Haiwen & Partners and Clifford Chance act on China Resources New Energy’s record breaking RMB21.3 billion IPO on the SZSE

MMG raises USD1.6bn in share placement and bond offering

China Minmetals Corporation’s subsidiary MMG raises USD1.6 billion from a share placement and bond issuance

Preparing for Hong Kong’s paperless securities regime

By Stella Yeung and Stephen Luo, Jingtian & Gongcheng

Hong Kong’s shift to a paperless securities regime in 2026 marks a digital leap for issuers, reshaping shareholding and compliance norms

Indonesian Merdeka Gold’s landmark HDR listing in Hong Kong

Firms steer Merdeka Gold Resources’ landmark secondary listing of Hong Kong depositary receipts (HDRs) on the SEHK

DAC Beachcroft appoints new location head of Singapore office

DAC Beachcroft appoints Andrew Robinson as location head of its Singapore office for a three-year term

Freshfields acts on DFS’ Okinawa travel retail business sale

Freshfields advises DFS Holdings on the sale of its DFS Okinawa travel retail business to Switzerland’s Avolta for an undisclosed sum.

Sidley signs up former Ashurst HK dispute resolution head

Sidley Austin hires James Comber, the former head of Hong Kong dispute resolution practice at Ashurst, as a Hong Kong partner

No flaws allowed

Capital markets lower entry threshold but ramp up accountability

PJS Law, Latham steer Frontier’s acquisition of Transcend

PJS Law and Latham & Watkins act on Frontier Tower Associates Philippines’ acquisition of 100% in Transcend Towers Infrastructure

Exchanging roles

Paul Chow shares his views on shaping HKEX legal strategy, sustainability leadership and responsible AI use in markets

Hong Kong’s emerging AI governance framework

By Sam Wu and Beverly Fu, YYC Legal

Existing ordinances, ethical frameworks and GenAI guidelines shape Hong Kong’s AI governance

Firms advise on HKMC’s HKD12bn landmark digital bond issuance

The HKMC issues its maiden multi-currency native digital bonds worth around HKD12 billion (USD1.5 billion) in the largest such global issuance

Anli and CFN launch associate office in Hong Kong

Anli Partners secures Law Society of Hong Kong approval as a registered foreign law firm and opens associate office with local peer CFN Lawyers

Shihui opens HK office in association with HM Chan & Co

Shihui Partners launches a Hong Kong office in association with local peer HM Chan & Co, marking the Chinese mainland firm’s fourth branch

China finance ministry issues RMB6bn sovereign green bonds

Firms advise on China finance ministry’s first issuance of RMB6 billion RMB-denominated sovereign green bonds in Hong Kong

A tale of three seats

For Marco Chung, group head of legal at CITIC Securities International, the choice for arbitration seat in China-related disputes is clear

Butterflies and legal changes

This column discusses another famous Chinese legend and its implications for social justice and the law

HKEX consultation on listing framework competitiveness

By Rossana Chu, YYC Legal

New consultation paper proposes relaxed WVR voting caps, simplified financial requirements, and easier secondary listing rules to attract more quality issuers to Hong Kong

Firms assist on Dajin Heavy Industry’s HKD6.64bn HKEX debut

Dajin Heavy Industry, a leading offshore wind energy equipment manufacturer, lists on the HKEX, raising HKD6.64 billion

Allens acts on BGH Capital’s USD1.6bn APAC pharma purchase

Allens advises BGH Capital on its AUD2.37 billion (USD1.6 billion) acquisition of Aspen Pharmacare’s Asia-Pacific business

Wahaha ruling underscores benefits of lifetime offshore trusts

By Gary Smith and Yuri Zhang, Loeb Smith Attorneys

Wahaha ruling underscores benefits of lifetime offshore trusts, independent trustees, clear documentation and VISTA/STAR control for families

K&L Gates appoints corporate and M&A partner in Hong Kong

Dechert’s former China practice head Wang Yang joins K&L Gates in Hong Kong as a partner

Commerce & Finance adds capital markets partner in Hong Kong

Commerce & Finance Law Offices hires Zhong Xiaoming as a partner at its Hong Kong office

Hong Kong to establish International Commercial Court

The Hong Kong Judiciary plans to establish the Hong Kong International Commercial Court to strengthen the city’s position as a leading dispute resolution hub

Clifford Chance assists Hong Kong on HKD27.6bn bond issuance

Clifford Chance advises the Hong Kong government on its multi currency green and infrastructure bond issuance worth USD3.52 billion

Ince adds seasoned construction expert in Hong Kong

Hong Kong law firm Ince appoints Cheung Kwok Kit, former consultant at Deacons, as a senior consultant in the construction practice

Tighter scrutiny of auditor changes under HKEX’s new FAQ

By Stella Yeung and Stephen Luo, Jingtian & Gongcheng

Beating burnout

The hours are brutal and the stakes are high. So what keeps elite lawyers balanced and able to carry on?

Charles Russell Speechlys adds Asia private client head, team

Charles Russell Speechlys hires Kevin Lee as a consultant and head of private client in Asia along with his four-member team

Dentons Hong Kong hires IP specialists from Baker McKenzie

Dentons Hong Kong hires three Baker McKenzie IP specialists to strengthen technology, privacy, cybersecurity and trademarks

Firms steer Midea’s HKD17bn zero-coupon convertible bonds

Midea issues HKD17.25 billion in offshore zero-coupon convertible bonds in largest such offering to date in the Greater China region

HKIAC appoints new co-chairs and vice-chairs

The HKIAC appoints Domitille Baizeau and Victor Dawes as its new co-chairs, and Thomas Walsh and Sun Huawei as vice-chairs

Drew & Napier acts on Payward’s USD600m acquisition of Reap

Drew & Napier assists digital asset platform Payward on its USD600 million acquisition of Hong Kong-based fintech Reap

HSF Kramer, Oh-Ebashi steer JV and airline catering buy

Firms serve Kobe Bussan and Gourmet Kineya on their Meal Hub joint venture and airline catering business acquisition

Metis IPO is world’s first AI driven nano-delivery firm listing

Metis TechBio debuts on the HKEX on 13 May, raising HKD2.1 billion in the world’s first listing of an AI driven nano-delivery platform company

Hong Kong-based partner joins Italian firm Gianni & Origoni

Italian law firm Gianni & Origoni appoints Hong Kong-based partner Teresa Lee

Llinks expands Hong Kong office with two partner hires

Llinks Law appoints partners Vivian Ji and Daniel Leung for its Hong Kong office

Firms steer CATL’s HKD39.2bn H-share placement

CATL completes a new H-share placement, raising HKD39.19 billion on 30 April 2026 in the largest equity placement in the Hong Kong market to date

Firms act on medtech maker Cofoe Medical’s HKD1.06bn IPO

Cofoe Medical Technology lists on the HKEX main board becoming the first home medical equipment maker to achieve a dual listing

Unpacking the debut of Hong Kong’s USM

By Rossana Chu, YYC Legal

Commerce & Finance expands capital markets team in Hong Kong

Commerce & Finance appoints Jiang Shan as a partner in its debt capital markets practice in Hong Kong

Employment law lead counsel rejoins Kennedys in Hong Kong

Kennedys welcomes return of Emily Duncan as lead counsel for employment law in its corporate and commercial team in Hong Kong

Key proposed changes to HKEX’s listing regime

By Stella Yeung and Stephen Luo, Jingtian & Gongcheng

White collars, dark intentions

Senior white-collar crime partners map out the shifting risks and offer a full-spectrum playbook, from internal probes to cross-border defence

Dorsey hires corporate of counsel Carlton Ng in HK office

Dorsey hires Carlton Ng as of counsel at its Hong Kong office, strengthening its capabilities in capital markets and corporate compliance

Firms steer hybrid computing provider Xizhi Tech’s HKD2.5bn IPO

Optical-electronic hybrid computing provider Xizhi Technology lists on the HKEX on 28 April, raising HKD2.53 billion (USD323 million)

Kirkland welcomes litigation partner in Hong Kong

Kirkland & Ellis appoints Wilfred Ho as a litigation practice partner at its Hong Kong office

Firms steer smart device maker Huaqin Tech’s HKD4.55bn IPO

Huaqin Technology, a smart device platform company, debuts today on the main board of the HKEX, raising HKD4.55 billion

Firms steer Victory Giant Technology’s HKD20bn IPO

JunHe, Cleary Gottlieb, Robin Lynn & Lee, CHP Law, DFDL, Freshfields and Jingtian & Gongcheng advise on Victory Giant Technology’s HKD20 billion IPO

V&T opens Osaka office, expanding its international presence

Beijing-headquartered V&T Law Firm has launched an office in Osaka, marking its second branch outside the Chinese mainland

Grandall welcomes six equity partners in four offices

Grandall Law Firm has added six equity partners across its Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Fuzhou and Wuhan offices

First ‘Six Little Dragons of Hangzhou’ goes public in HK

Manycore Tech is the first of the so-called “Six Little Dragons of Hangzhou” to go public and the world’s first listed spatial intelligence company after debuting on the HKEX on 17 April

Firms act on solar battery provider Sigenergy’s HKD4.4bn IPO

DESS solutions provider Sigenergy debuted on the HKEX, raising HKD4.4 bn. Davis Polk, Jia Yuan, Linklaters and Jingtian & Gongcheng advised on the deal

Squaring up to circular training

Chief legal officer and senior legal counsel of Louis Dreyfus Company share practical tips on protection against circular trading risks

Wilson Sonsini adds national security and antitrust partner

Wilson Sonsini has appointed Jocelyn Chow as a partner in Hong Kong, bolstering the firm’s capabilities in national security and antitrust matters

Clifford Chance acts on Delivery Hero’s Taiwan sale to Grab

Firms are advising Delivery Hero on selling its foodpanda transport business in Taiwan to Grab for USD600 million

Simmons & Simmons brings in intellectual property partner

Simmons & Simmons has hired trademark lawyer Patsy Lau as a partner at its Hong Kong office, further strengthening its Asia

Capital markets partner returns to JunHe in Hong Kong

JunHe Law Offices welcomes return of partner Ryan Choi at the Hong Kong branch to bolster its capital markets practice

Simpson Thacher to reopen in Singapore after 23-year absence

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is planning to reopen a Singapore office to strengthen cross-border capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region

Former MoFo private equity partner joins JunHe

JunHe has recruited private equity lawyer Zhao Rongjing as a partner, based at the firm’s Shanghai and Hong Kong offices

Guantao, Landing open Zhuhai offices in GBA expansion

Guantao Law Firm and Landing Law Offices set up branches in Zhuhai, further strengthening their respective presence in Greater Bay Area

Stephenson Harwood adds two corporate partners in Hong Kong

Sammy Li and Samson Suen, both from Hogan Lovells, have joined Stephenson Harwood in Hong Kong as partners, further strengthening the firm’s corporate and capital markets capacity

Zhong Lun adds four dispute and capital markets partners

Zhong Lun has continued to bolster its ranks by adding four partners, following Tony Chow’s appointment in February

Corporate partner William Lee joins Harneys in Hong Kong

Harneys has appointed William Lee as a partner in its Hong Kong office, further strengthening the firm’s corporate practice

Implications of Asian source countries asserting tax rights

By Carl Liu, Guantao Law Firm

The post-base-erosion-and-profit-shifting (BEPS) world is reshaping international tax rules

Capital markets partner joins Han Kun in Hong Kong

Han Kun Law Offices has appointed Joanne Loi as a partner at its Hong Kong branch, further strengthening the firm’s capital markets practice

M&A: A new way

As M&A activities climb across the region, rising regulatory complexity and shifting market dynamics are redefining strategy, execution and the evolving role of general counsel

Capital markets partner rejoins Kirkland & Ellis in Hong Kong

Ricky Chow, former vice-president of the listing division at the HKEX, has rejoined Kirkland & Ellis as a partner in its Hong Kong office

Firms assist PCB maker Delton Technology’s HKD3.3bn IPO

Delton Technology has listed on the HKEX on 20 March, raising HKD3.31 billion (USD422 million)

Firms act on Voyah’s debut and Dongfeng’s delisting on HKEX

China’s state-owned automobile manufacturer Dongfeng Group delisted from the HKEX on 18 March, and the following day, its subsidiary Voyah debuted on the HKEX main board by way of introduction

Hong Kong’s capital markets performance in 2025

By Rossana Chu, YYC Legal

Capital inflows return as A+H heats up; the Tech Channel and Connect upgrades-ETFs, IRS-open sharper routes for issuers and family offices

Dispute and regulatory investigations partner rejoins HFW

HFW has hired litigation, arbitration and regulatory investigations partner Sumarsono (Jacky) Darsono in Hong Kong

Cayman & BVI subscription credit facilities: Key guide for PE

By Vanisha Harjani, Loeb Smith Attorneys

Cayman Islands and BVI subscription credit facilities provide flexible fund financing, secured by capital commitments, with strong legal frameworks and regulatory compliance

The house loses

As Asian regulators tighten controls on online gambling, cross-border networks and advancing technologies remain one step ahead, testing the limits of regulation

Baker McKenzie recruits technology partner in HK

Baker McKenzie has hired Frankie Tam as a partner at its Hong Kong office, bolstering its capabilities in technology and cybersecurity

Firms advise on micro-drive maker Zhaowei’s HKD1.9bn HKEX IPO

Zhaowei Machinery & Electronics listed on the HKEX on 9 March, raising HKD1.9 billion (USD243 million)

International Women’s Day 2026: Breaking the glass ceiling

On IWD 2026, we speak with three women in law who have pierced that ceiling. Their journeys differ, yet they point in the same direction

Jia Yuan adds capital markets partner in Hong Kong

Jia Yuan Law Offices has hired Echo Shen as a partner at its Hong Kong office

Loeb & Loeb recruits investigations partner for Greater China

Loeb & Loeb has hired Phoebe Yan as a partner in its Beijing and Hong Kong offices to strengthen its investigations and regulatory practices across Greater China

BVI economic substance rules for Asian cross-border structures

By Peter Vas, Spencer West

BVI economic substance rules 2026 give cross-border structuring guidance for Asian investors  

SFC flags issues over IPO sponsors, lawyer advises scrutiny

Following the SFC’s circular on the quality of listing documents submitted by sponsors, legal professionals have offered guidance to companies seeking to list in Hong Kong

Ready for take-off

Eight leading arbitration institutions share the latest trends and developments across the board

Firms assist Zoomlion’s RMB6bn H-share convertible bond

Zoomlion Heavy Industry issued RMB6 bn in convertible bonds maturing in 2031. Norton Rose Fulbright, Fangda, Linklaters and Haiwen provided legal support

ACCHK session highlights evolving virtual asset rules

The Hong Kong chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACCHK) hosted a seminar on the evolving regulatory landscape

Firms assist Lead Intelligent’s HKD4.93bn Hong Kong listing

Lead Intelligent debuted on the HKEX on 11 February, raising HKD4.93 billion (USD630 million)

Firms steer Axera HKD2.96bn IPO

Chip supplier Axera listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, raising HKD2.96 billion (USD378.7 million) and becoming the first Chinese edge AI chip company to go public

Private equity partner rejoins Weil in Hong Kong

Weil welcomed back private equity expert Yu Peng as a partner in its Hong Kong office, where he had previously practised for three years

DLA Piper adds two partners and a team from Sidley and Weil

DLA Piper has strengthened its capital markets capabilities in Hong Kong and Chinese mainland with two major hires

Firms steer Montage Technology’s HKD7bn Hong Kong IPO

Montage Technology, a leading provider of data processing and interconnect chips, listed on the HKEX on 9 February, raising USD901 million

Firms act on pig breeder Muyuan Foods’ HKD10.68bn HKEX IPO

Muyuan Foods, the world’s largest pig breeder, debuted on the HKEX on 6 February, raising HKD10.68 billion. Fangda, Clifford Chance, KWM and Kirkland & Ellis provided legal services

Linklaters designates William Liu as chair of Asia

Linklaters has appointed capital markets partner William Liu as the chair of Asia, tasking him with advancing the firm’s strategy in this region

Firms assist Eastroc Beverage on HKD10.1bn HKEX IPO

Health drinks producer Eastroc Beverage has debuted on the HKEX, raising HKD10.1 billion. HSF Kramer, DeHeng , Jia Yuan and O’Melveny advised on the listing

Zhong Lun hires dispute resolution partner in HK

Zhong Lun Law Firm has recruited Tony Chow as a partner at its Hong Kong office, further reinforcing its capabilities in dispute resolution in the city

Withers adds senior corporate partner from Sidley Austin

Withers has appointed former Sidley Austin partner Raymond Oh as a senior partner based in Hong Kong and Singapore, where he will lead the firm’s corporate practice

Disputes partner returns to Ashurst in Hong Kong

Ashurst welcomed back Gareth Hughes, who rejoined the firm’s Hong Kong office as a partner in dispute resolution practice after more than seven years away

Harnessing capital market waves

Market reforms, investor activity and fundraising trends highlight the investment ecosystems in Hong Kong and Taiwan

Hong Kong IPOs 2025: Market views, mega deals, emerging trends

By Stephen Luo and Stella Yeung, Jingtian & Gongcheng

BVI company restoration: Court process and requirements

By Edmond Fung, Loeb Smith Attorneys

This article looks briefly at how an application can be made to the court in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) 

HKEX review of annual reports highlights issue

By Rossana Chu, YYC Legal

Hui Zhong recruits international arbitration talent in HK

Hui Zhong Law Firm has hired Kitty Zheng as a partner and Wu Hao as counsel at its Hong Kong office

Firms assist SF, J&T in HKD8.3bn cross-shareholding deal

SF Express entered into an HK$8.3 billion cross‑shareholding agreement with J&T Express, advised by HSF, Linklaters and Global Law Office

Capital markets partner rejoins K&L Gates in Hong Kong

K&L Gates has rehired Lu Guiping as a partner at the Hong Kong office to strengthen its international debt and equity capital markets practice

Firms assist on DFS Greater China sale to CTG Duty Free

LVMH will sell DFS’s Greater China business to CTG Duty Free for no more than USD395m. Freshfields, Ruimin Law Firm and KWM advised on the deal

K&L Gates adds asset management partner in Hong Kong

K&L Gates has recently hired Huberta Chow as a partner at its Hong Kong office, strengthening the firm’s asset management and investment funds practice

Norton Rose top appointee prepares for cross-border hurdles

Fresh off his reappointment as Norton Rose Fulbright’s managing partner for Europe, Middle East and Asia-Pacific (EMEAPAC)

Bird & Bird adds partners in Hong Kong and Shenzhen

Bird & Bird has recently expanded its Greater Bay Area team with the addition of two partners, Lucia He in Shenzhen and Katherine Cheung in Hong Kong

Firms advise GigaDevice’s HKD4.68bn Hong Kong listing

Chinese chip supplier GigaDevice listed on the HKEX main board on 13 January, raising about HKD4.68 billion (USD600 million)

Firms act on sensor maker OmniVision’s HKD4.8bn IPO on HKEX

OmniVision Group listed on HKEX main board on 12 January, raising about HKD4.8 billion as Hong Kong’s first image sensor IPO

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