Connecting Europe and ASEAN

straitly.legal focuses on one thing: ASEAN – inbound and outbound. We advise companies that operate between Europe and Southeast Asia, whether they are building a presence, making investments, or managing their ongoing operations.

This is not a side topic for us – it has been the core of our work for many years. Our advisers have lived, studied, and worked in both regions. We have seen first-hand the potential that emerges when stability and experience meet dynamism and growth.

Over the years, we have supported companies from a wide range of jurisdictions in both regions. Whether for a small sales office or a large manufacturing plant, we guide our clients through the entire lifecycle of their investment – from incorporation and day-to-day operations through to exit.

We understand the concerns and expectations German clients have when entering ASEAN markets – and the challenges Asian investors often face when coming to Germany.

We know which legal and regulatory issues matter to investors in Europe and Asia, which structures work in practice, and where difficulties typically arise. And we know how things work on the ground: what can be implemented quickly and smoothly, and where caution and careful timing are essential. In short, we know both worlds – Europe and Southeast Asia.

With this dual perspective, we see ourselves as a bridge between the two economic regions. We translate different legal systems, ways of thinking, and expectations into structures and solutions that enable entrepreneurial success.