VDB Loi hosted a webinar titled “Myanmar Labor Law and the Coronavirus Pandemic”. The webinar was hosted on 3rd April 2020, 1:30 p.m. (Myanmar Time). We had a record breaking attendance of over 150 participants from clients and partner companies. The government has been releasing some instructions regarding precautions and safety measures to which everybody […]

In partnership with IFC and Australian Aid, VDB Loi hosted a webinar titled “Myanmar Infrastructure Development Facing the COVID-19 Challenge” for Myanmar Hydropower Developers’ Association. The webinar was hosted on 26th March 2020, 2 p.m. (Myanmar Time). The COVID-19 outbreak is disrupting the world economy and business operations. It is also prone to affect infrastructure development […]

VDB Loi remains fully operational during the COVID-19 outbreak, but we are taking a wide range of appropriate measures to protect our staff and our clients. We have put in place business continuity measures and contingency plans to ensure we can keep supporting our clients in this difficult time while protecting our staff and our […]

With the threat of Covid- 19 all over the world, people are either on lockdown or following social distancing protocols. Even in places of low infections, gyms still pose a high risk of virus transmissions. However, exercises should still be done at home or other safe places for people to maintain their health and fitness. […]

In partnership with Japan Institute for Overseas Investment (JOI) and Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC), VDB Loi hosted the “Myanmar Cambodia Laos Energy and Infrastructure Update” Seminar in Tokyo, Japan. Edwin Vanderbruggen (Senior Partner), Yumi Ishimoto (Director), Satoshi Mitsukuri (Japan Desk Manager) and Mitsuo Moriya (Senior Associate) of VDB Loi presented at the event. […]

VDB Loi is bringing you an MMA training session with Myanmar’s Champion, Phoe “Bushido” Thaw. If you ever wanted to have a taste of MMA, join us for this exclusive event. This session is suitable for everyone.

With the 2020 legal rankings and awards season kicking off, VDB Loi is off to a promising start, with excellent rankings for its Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar practices. In addition, VDB Loi has also managed to land a spot on the coveted shortlist for the Asia Legal Awards in the Asian Technology and Innovation category. […]

We are very proud to hear that our firm’s strong position in the Myanmarpower sector was once again underscored by the financial reports of the Myanmar Investment Commission (“MIC“). The MIC reportslistnew investment in the country which has been approved by this authoritative body. Nearly all foreign investment in the power sector requires an MIC […]

Myanmar Business Today Journal published Edwin’s Oped “How to Create a Tidal Wave of Foreign Investments in Electricity and Infrastructure” Go to the following link to read the Oped. https://www.mmbiztoday.com/articles/how-create-tidal-wave-foreign-investment-electricity-and-infrastructure-these-5-steps

Edwin Vanderbruggen, Senior Partner of VDB Loi joins the Myanmar Panel on this year’s Project Finance International Conference. The 24th PFI Financing Energy Projects in Asia Conference took place on Thursday October 10 2019 at Raffles Singapore. Chaired by PFI’s Editor, Rod Morrison, the event brought together panels of the most senior professionals from across […]

VDB Loi is the Platinum Sponsor of MyJob Myanmar’s “Future Digitalized Mandalay Job Fair”. We will have a booth at the event which will be held in Hotel Marvel, Mandalay on the 6th of October. Our Senior Admin & HR Manager, Ms.Nay Nwe Lynn and our Manager of the payroll solutions team, Ms. Anna Chou […]

VDB Loi hosted the “Myanmar Arbitration Update” Webinar on 26 September. Over 30 organizations from around the world joined the webinar. Our Senior Partner, Mr.Edwin Vanderbruggen and Senior Legal Associates, U Aung Myo Kyaw and U Myo Win talked about the landscape of commercial disputes, the new Arbitration Law, the Supreme Court’s proceedings and analyzed […]

VDB Loi and MMA fighter Phoe “Bushido” Thaw held a press conference on 17 September announcing the extension of sponsorship. Phoe Thaw will be competing in ONE Championship: Century on 13 October. He is now in Tokyo, preparing and training for his upcoming bout. ONE Championship: Century event will be held in Ryogoku Kokugikan Arena, […]

With the release of the Asialaw 2020 rankings, VDB Loi has solidified its status as a leading law firm in Southeast Asia. In addition to being ranked “Outstanding” for the Banking and Financial Services and Energy sectors in Myanmar, and being ‘Highly Recommended’ in various other practice areas in Southeast Asia, we would like to […]