Charmian Aw is a leading practitioner in data, privacy and cybersecurity in the Asia-Pacific region, with extensive technology regulatory and transactional experience. Having obtained certifications in AI governance and information privacy for Asia, Europe and the U.S. (AIGP, FIP, CIPP/A, E, US, CIPM), Charmian has counselled global corporations on multijurisdictional data law compliance and spearheaded projects (covering over 130 territories) on regulatory compliance, data governance and cross-border transfers. While her practice is industry-neutral, she has particular expertise advising market leaders in the technology, healthcare and life sciences, finance, hospitality, e-commerce, media and gaming, and consumer and luxury sectors. Charmian is ranked in legal directories including Chambers, Legal 500, and Lexology Index. In 2026, Charmian was named the IAPP Vanguard Award winner for Asia, recognising excellence and creativity in advancing privacy, AI governance, cybersecurity law and digital responsibility.
