DeHeng Law Offices

Beijing-headquartered law firm DeHeng Law Offices has entered into an alliance with Indonesian law firm ARKO Law to launch a joint legal offering in the country that aims to assist the increasing number of Chinese businesses entering Southeast Asia’s largest economy. The new office, DeHeng ARKO Law Offices, is DeHeng's 59th branch globally and its third in Southeast Asia after Laos and Singapore. The announcement comes shortly after DeHeng became the first Chinese law firm to have an office in Saudi Arabia. The new office will be co-led by Beijing partner Harrison Jia (Jia Hui) and ARKO senior partner Eva Armila Djauhari. Jia had earlier helped DeHeng launch its Laos outpost. Both lawyers noted that DeHeng ARKO would support two-way trade between China and Indonesia. Nimitt Dixit has more details: https://lnkd.in/gnw7D3pS

We have opened in Saudi Arabia, becoming the first Chinese law firm in the country. 

Beijing DeHeng law offices recrute un stagiaire francophone DeHeng Law Offices [Lieu et période] Pékin, rue de la Finance, bâtiment Fukai Le poste sera disponible à partir du mois d'octobre. Néanmoins, nous avons la possibilité de vous accueillir en novembre ou de nous adapter au calendrier universitaire. [Contenu du travail] Le travail de nos équipes porte essentiellement sur les investissements étrangers et la résolution de différends internationaux dans des régions comme l'Union européenne et l'Amérique du Nord. Nous fournissons également des services juridiques dans des domaines tels que les investissements et les financements internationaux, les acquisitions transfrontalières, les échanges culturels, l'arbitrage international et les litiges transnationaux. Les stagiaires seront profondément impliqués dans divers projets et auront l'occasion de comprendre l’ensemble des aspects des affaires étrangères. [Compétence espérée] * Une base juridique solide, un esprit logique et analytique, une connaissance du droit des sociétés et une compréhension de base des affaires internationales ; * La priorité est donnée aux candidats ayant réussi l'examen du barreau ou ayant une expérience précédente dans des cabinets d'avocats ; * Une très bonne capacité d'expression et de lecture en anglais, ainsi qu’une connaissance et une bonne application de l'anglais juridique ; * Être sérieux et capable d'apprendre rapidement ; * Garantir une présence à temps plein d'une durée minimale de 3 mois ; [Avantages et rémunération] * Vous évoluerez dans une ambiance de travail axée sur l'humain, encourageant l'apprentissage et la développement personnel ; * Vous serez encadré et accompagné par des associés passionnés et expérimentés ; * Le rythme de travail est adapté, permettant d'atteindre un équilibre entre la vie professionnelle et celle personnelle ; * Ce poste s’inscrit dans une dimension internationale, combinant réflexion juridique et commerciale ; * Rémunération et avantages sociaux compétitifs dans le secteur ; * Notre équipe s’occupe de dossiers français et accueille des stagiaires maîtrisant la langue française. [Mode de candidature] Veuillez joindre votre CV ainsi qu’une lettre de motivation, laquelle sera examinée avec la plus grande attention. Nous vous prions de lire attentivement la demande de cette offre d'emploi avant de postuler par e-mail : wuja@dehenglaw.com

During the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, DeHeng Law Offices co-hosted two business forums in Beijing with the Embassy of Namibia and the Embassy of Côte d'Ivoire. The Namibia forum featured His Excellency Nangolo Mbumba, President of Namibia, while the Côte d'Ivoire forum was keynoted by His Excellency Tiémoko Meyliet Koné, Vice President of Côte d'Ivoire.   Prior to the Namibia forum, Chairwoman Dr. Wang Li and Partner Wei (David) Chen, Head of Cross-border Transactions, met with President Mbumba. Mr. Chen had recently advised on two major deals in Namibia: the acquisition of Osino Resources by Yantai Gold and the acquisition of the Tsumeb Smelter by Sinomine Resource Group, both of which closed in late August. Executives from both companies also met with President Mbumba to discuss the future of Namibia’s resource sector.   Namibia’s oil and gas sector is on the brink of a significant boom following discoveries in the Orange Basin, while Côte d'Ivoire is set to become a major oil and gas producer due to recent discoveries. However, both countries are looking to diversify their economies, with China expected to play a key role. Honourable Carl-Hermann Gustav Schlettwein, Namibian Minister of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Land Reform, emphasized the need for irrigation solutions and agricultural machinery to combat Namibia’s water scarcity. Meanwhile, the Côte d'Ivoire forum showcased opportunities in non-resource sectors, including agriculture, tourism, logistics, and manufacturing, with over 500 business representatives from China and Africa in attendance.

As competition for critical minerals intensifies, DeHeng Law Offices believes Africa is set to become the most important continent for outbound Chinese mining investment.   During the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation week in Beijing, held from September 4 to 6, we hosted a seminar on mining M&A in Africa, with a focus on copper, gold, and lithium projects, and key legal topics in South Africa, Zambia, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Namibia.   We were honored to welcome Chanda Musonda-Chiluba and Harriet Mdala from MAY and Company in Zambia for their second visit to Beijing this year, highlighting the strengthening ties between Zambia and China. Joining us in person, Central Africa practitioner Nicolas Dupont from Janson in Belgium delivered a presentation on recent developments in DRC mining law and the potential for increased resource nationalism. Both Zambia and DRC are copper powerhouses in Africa with significant growth anticipated. Additionally, Warren Beech, a leading figure in the African mining bar from Beech Veltman, provided insights via Zoom on South Africa, including on Northern Cape's emerging potential for copper and lithium mining.   DeHeng has been active in Namibia this year, with Wei (David) Chen acting as lead counsel for Chinese buyers on two public M&A deals listed in Canada: one involving an advanced gold mining project and the other a copper smelter. She Wei of DeHeng shared these developments during the seminar, while Li Kaqi wrapped up the event with case studies from across Africa.

We are hosting events and a reception on Thursday, April 25, in Tokyo, alongside the Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA) Annual Conference. If you're attending the IPBA conference, we're just 10 minutes away, and welcome you to join us for insightful discussions and networking. 🗓️ Date: April 25, 2024 🕑 Sign-In: Starting at 13:30 🏢 Location: Bellesalle Roppongi Grand Conference Center 14:20 – 15:50 | Inter-Pacific Investment Forum Hosts: Wang Jianming and Liu Hua from DeHeng Law Offices Key Topics: China's Legal and Investment Environment (Wu Yuhong, DeHeng Law Offices) Investment in Brazil (Lucas Tavares, Demarest Advogados, Brazil) Pathways for Investing in Japan (Zhai Shenjun, Keio University) The Chancay Megaport and Belt and Road Initiative (Claudia Martínez Zúñiga, Rodrigo, Elias & Medrano Abogados, Peru) Investment in Singapore (Raymond Lam, Drew Network Asia) Foreign Investment in China and Legal Services (Qin Tao, DeHeng Law Offices) 16:20 – 17:40 | Belt and Road Commercial Mediation Forum Hosts: Li Zhong and Li Jin from DeHeng Law Offices Key Topics: Belt and Road Commercial Mediation in the Greater Bay Area (Tan Weihua, DeHeng Law Offices) Mediation in Spain and Latin America (Omar Puertas Alvarez, Cuatrecasas, Spain) Dispute Resolution in the UAE (Mohammed Alsuwaidi, Alsuwaidi & Company, UAE) Negotiation Techniques with Japanese Companies (Omoto Yasushi, Japan) International Commercial Mediation in Shanghai (Xu Yanhua, Belt and Road International Commercial Mediation Center) 17:40 – 19:40 | Cocktail Reception

We recently celebrated two landmark back-to-back deals involving Namibia. During an investment seminar held as part of the Namibia Independence Day celebration in Beijing last week, Namibian Ambassador Elia Kaiyamo highlighted two public M&A transactions advised by DeHeng Law Offices, completed within a single month. Beijing-based partner Wei (David) Chen, Head of Cross-border Transactions, represented the buyers in both deals.   The first was the acquisition of Osino Resources by Yintai Gold for C$368 million, quickly followed by the purchase of the Tsumeb smelter for C$65.6 million by Sinomine Resource Group from Dundee Precious Metals. The Tsumeb smelter is particularly significant to Ambassador Kaiyamo, as it is located in his hometown.   We are grateful to Ambassador Kaiyamo for his recognition and look forward to helping more successful collaborations between Namibia and China.