Event Materials

Within the framework of the Vietnam ADR Week – VAW 2026, the “International Arbitration Institutions Roundtable: Institutional Developments and Practical Experiences in International Arbitration” is convened as an open forum for dialogue among arbitral institutions in the region. This roundtable aims to highlight key emerging trends and share practical experiences in recent years. It will further explore Asia’s growing prominence as a new centre of gravity in international arbitration, the expanding role of regional arbitral institutions, and the institutional, competitive, and professional standards required to sustain this momentum.

Within the framework of Vietnam ADR Week – VAW 2026, the Seminar on “International Dispute Resolution In Times of Turbulence: Global Trends and Vietnam’s Emerging Roles” is conceived as a specialized forum to identify key trends in international commercial arbitration, assess the current practice of arbitration and ADR in Vietnam, and examine the country’s role and prospects within the global dispute resolution landscape. Through keynote remarks and multi-perspective panel discussions, the program aims to clarify Vietnam’s current standing in the regional arbitration landscape, highlight areas requiring further development to enhance credibility and competitiveness, and identify possible directions to strengthen business confidence, increase Vietnam’s attractiveness as a venue for international commercial dispute resolution, and reinforce the role of VIAC in this ongoing process.

As part of the Opening Ceremony of Vietnam ADR Week 2026 (VAW 2026), VIAC will officially launch the VIAC Arbitration Rules 2026. In this context, the event not only marks the beginning of a series of professional activities under VAW 2026 but also represents a significant milestone in VIAC’s ongoing efforts to refine its arbitral procedures in a more modern, efficient, and user-oriented manner. At the same time, the event provides a platform for multi-dimensional dialogue among state authorities, domestic and international arbitration institutions, businesses, and legal practitioners. Through in-depth discussions, experience sharing, and updates on practical trends, the event aims to enhance user awareness and expectations while promoting the adoption of international standards in dispute resolution practices in Vietnam.