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Clifford Chance advises Shin Kong Life Insurance on US$400 million Tier 2 Subordinated Dated Capital Bonds issuance

Global law firm Clifford Chance has advised Shin Kong Life Singapore Pte. Ltd on its successful issuance of US$400 million, 6.95%, Tier 2 Subordinated Dated Capital Bonds due 2035, guaranteed by its parent company, Taiwanese insurer Shin Kong Life Insurance Co., Ltd.

Partner David Tsai said, "This transaction underscores Clifford Chance’s deep expertise in advising on complex cross-border capital markets deals in the insurance sector. It reflects our continued commitment to supporting clients like Shin Kong Life as they access global funding to drive long-term growth.”

Partner David Tsai led the deal and was supported by counsel Claire Neo, senior associate George Mok and associate Xavier Chan.

This transaction builds on Clifford Chance’s extensive experience advising the financial services sector on high-value capital markets transactions across Asia, including Nan Shan Life Insurance on its US$700 million debut offshore bond offering and the joint lead managers of Cathay Life Insurance's inaugural offshore regulatory capital issuance.