Brent Yap Hon Yean

Corporate & Commercial Lawyer | Financier | International Legal Advisor | Strategic Project Developer

Brent Yap is an accomplished corporate and commercial lawyer and international legal advisor with extensive experience bridging Asian and Middle Eastern markets, particularly between China, Malaysia, and the UAE. He is recognized for his deep understanding of Malaysian laws, Chinese laws, UAE legal frameworks, and cross-border investment structures that drive sustainable business growth across Asian markets.

As a legal advisor to the Malaysian Business Council UAE and international partner with two prominent law firms in China and the UAE, Brent advises on foreign investment, M&A transactions, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution for multinational and regional enterprises. His counsel is often sought for projects involving real estate acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and government-linked investments.

Beyond law, Brent plays a strategic role as a financier for food security and renewable energy projects, structuring capital partnerships with export credit agencies, banks, and private investors for ventures in solar farms, shipping, and vessel financing. His leadership in these areas reflects a broader mission — to support infrastructure and sustainability goals across Asia and the Middle East.

In addition, Brent contributes thought leadership through platforms such as The Law Reporters, Lexology and Bizpreneur Middle East, where he discusses practical business law insights, foreign investment strategies, and the evolving Gateway to MENA opportunities.

Expertise
Corporate & Commercial Law (UAE, China, Malaysia)
Cross-Border Investments & Joint Ventures
Financial Structuring & Export Credit Agency Financing
M&A, Real Estate & Shareholding Transactions
Food Security & Renewable Energy Financing
Maritime & Vessel Project Financing
Strategic Partnerships & Government Liaison
Entertainment IP & Media Project Development

Notable Roles
Legal Advisor, Malaysian Business Council , Dubai, UAE

Legal Advisor, The Electrical and Electronic Association, Malaysia

Co Founder, Viknesh & Yap, advocates & solicitors (Malaysia)
International Partner, Naser Yousuf Al Khamis Law Firm (UAE)
International Partner, Win Long Guangdong Law Firm (China)