Islamic Finance
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Asia-Pacific Region
Band 1
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A&O Shearman has a market-leading position for major Islamic financings, notably sukuk issuances. Experienced in representing financial institutions, government bodies and heavyweight corporates, the team in Singapore is well placed to advise on legal matters across the region, with particular activity in Malaysia and Indonesia. The firm is also highly adept at assisting clients with the restructuring of existing sukuk.
Work Highlights
- A&O Shearman advised the joint lead managers and the delegate in connection with the Republic of Philippines' inaugural USD1 billion 5.5-year Rule 144A/Reg S sukuk issuance, which was based on the Islamic finance principles of wakala, ijara and murabaha.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They have strong expertise, including updates on the latest laws and structures."
"They have strong expertise, including updates on the latest laws and structures."
Notable Practitioners
Aloysius Tan is head of the firm's Singapore Islamic finance practice, offering clients more than two decades' experience advising on an array of capital markets matters.
"From my observations, he is very good at navigating so all the parties can come to a consensus."
"He is a stable and experienced pair of hands."