Rajah & Tann Myanmar Company Limited is regularly involved in headline transactions, from major divestments in the telecoms and energy sectors to financing arrangements for international banks. The practice is also recognised for its regulatory expertise, guiding clients through complex compliance and licensing frameworks in sensitive industries such as fintech and insurance. Chester Toh advises on high-value cross-border M&A and investment structures, while Min Thein contributes extensive judicial and regulatory experience across corporate, banking and infrastructure mandates. Japanese corporates are supported by Hiroyuki Ota, who handles investments in sectors including insurance and real estate, and Alroy Chan, whose practice encompasses joint venture and acquisition transactions.
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Testimonials
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‘The clarity of thought and the understanding of law is what makes Rajah and Tann stand out. They have always been able to deliver the right solution for our situation and have been flexible to support in finding ways to resolve our challenges’
- 'Very practical approach and not only focusing on legal requirements, also a good understanding of our business model.'
- 'Very quick at responding and updating on status, also helpful in finding solutions and giving practical suggestions.'
- 'My experience with the team is all positive. They seem to understand and empathise with our company and market situation.’
‘Both team members who I interface with are excellent. They are reachable, prompt and dependable. ’
Key clients
- Myanma Apex Bank Limited
- Win Brothers Group of Companies
- Delta Corporation
- Meta
- Max Myanmar Co Ltd
Work highlights
Acting for Win Brothers in the pending sale of brewery assets in Mandalay, Myanmar to Emerald Brewery Myanmar Company Limited.
Acted for Delta Corporation in the acquisition of 30% of the shares in Delta AIG Company Limited from AIG Co Ltd.
Acted for MAB in its partnership agreement to develop a True Money branded wallet in Myanmar.
Practice head
Chester Toh; Min Thein
Other key lawyers
Hiroyuki Ota; Alroy Chan