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Clifford Chance LLP

Energy & Natural Resources

Global Guide 2026 : Asia-Pacific Region


Clifford Chance LLP

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Energy & Natural Resources - Asia-Pacific Region

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Clifford Chance has a highly experienced team of lawyers advising on major development and financings, regularly acting on projects in South and South-East Asia, in China and across the Asia-Pacific region. It utilises its global network in support of significant cross-border mandates for leading multinationals. Its impressive client base includes international oil majors and state-owned energy companies. The firm offers noteworthy industry knowledge in oil and gas, power and renewable energy, with a wealth of experience in a wide range of LNG matters. The team represents significant corporate and financial clients on infrastructure and mining work. It also has specialist expertise concerning the arbitration of cross-border energy and resources sector disputes.
Notable practitioners

Nadia Kalic in Sydney, as well as Melissa Ng in Singapore, are key contacts. Yusuke Abe is key contact for the Japanese practice.

Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance advised Levanta Renewables on its THB536 million acquisition of 90% of the shares in Sunflower Solar.

Strengths

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  • The firm has a brilliant balance of practical and commercial when negotiating complex legal agreements. Its advice is well thought-out, balancing a practical approach with commercial issues.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentGlobal
  • Clifford Chance showed leadership that allowed them to lead tough negotiations. They were also able to accurately understand our needs and quickly reflect them in negotiations and contract drafting.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentGlobal

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