Kelvin Chia Yangon

General Business Law 

Work highlights 

Acted for SHC Capital Asia and Yoma Strategic Holdings on a S$70.6 million listing of one of its tourism company assets, Memories Group. This was the first Burmese tourism-focused company to be listed on an exchange abroad.  

Represented Cruilight on its joint venture with Jade King & Queen Gems & Jewellery for the plantation, production and sale of teak in Myanmar with an aggregate investment value of $115 million.  

Assisted Wilmar Myanmar Port Terminals in applying for investment permits from the Myanmar Investment Commission for various food-related businesses.  

Key clients 

JFE Meranti Joint Venture 

Client feedback 

 “The firm has a long history and strong network in Myanmar. As the firm has been quite familiar with applications to the government authorities, it has been keeping good relationships with such government authorities. The firm also has several talents, including Ms Cheah Swee Gim and Mr Pedro José Bernardo who are well experienced in Myanmar and have been helping many foreign clients.” - Corporate and M&A  

“They are very reliable and made us feel very secure about doing business in Myanmar. They are very thorough in their presentation and always available when we need them. So far, we are happy with the firm.” - Corporate and M&A 

“Kelvin Chia Yangon always provides sound legal advice that is well-researched and carefully crafted. They have been in Myanmar for a long time and understand our business well. They take considerable efforts to ensure our legal needs are met.” – Dispute resolution  

 “They are very good. They are knowledgeable about the law (which is rare in Myanmar!) and able to combine this with commercial awareness of the objectives of the JV partners.” - Corporate and M&A 

 “Kelvin Chia Yangon has one of the best international practices in Myanmar. They have a strong team of dedicated lawyers who understand the Myanmar market well.” - Labour and employment