Events

Vietnam CISG Pre-Moot 2024

Dec 22, 2023

The Vietnam CISG Pre-Moot has been successfully taken place for five seasons. Embarking on the next leg of this journey, Vietnam CISG Pre-Moot 2024: Enigmatrix has officially kicked off, welcoming outstanding candidates - brave warriors who will use their legal knowledge and skills to resolve disputes in international trade. This year, Vietnam CISG Pre-Moot 2024 will continue as a mock arbitration hearing based on cases concerning the 1980 Vienna Convention. Foreign Trade University, Vietnam International Arbitration Centre (VIAC), and other organizing committees aspire that Vietnam CISG Pre-Moot 2024 will serve as a stimulating academic platform for students to enhance their legal knowledge and skills while expanding their network with other students and professionals.

Seminar on dispute resolution strategies for enterprises in the Asia-pacific region: International arbitration and alternative dispute resolutions

Dec 18, 2023

As per the Regional Economic Outlook, Asia and Pacific report published by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in October 2023, the Asia-Pacific region maintains its economic dynamism despite the ongoing challenges anticipated in the global economy in the near future. Furthermore, numerous Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) have been established and put into effect by regional countries, contributing to the institutionalization of the region and facilitating trade and investments among contracting parties. Concurrently, Asia-Pacific's vibrant economy has also attracted considerable interest from major economies, firmly solidifying its role as an important force driving global economic growth. Nonetheless, being a potential and attractive investment region, Asia-Pacific has experienced a rising volume of transactions, marked by an increase both in value and scale of transactions, as well as potential for legal risks and disputes. Accordingly, there is an urgent need for the development and proficient implementation of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms alongside conventional methods to address disputes arising from international transactions.

INTERNATIONAL DISPUTES RESOLUTION IN A POST-PANDEMIC ERA: TRENDS AND CHALLENGES

Dec 12, 2023

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, international trade witnessed a robust recovery and growth, resulting in a significant increase in both the number and value of transactions. Consequently, the number of disputes has also increased, with a concomitant increase in complexity. In this context, businesses are particularly interested in resolving disputes effectively through alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, particularly mediation and arbitration. In order to use these methods effectively, it is important for businesses and ADR users not only to possess a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental knowledge and skills required, but also need to keep up with the trends in dispute resolution practice.

Investment Legal Support Forum for investors in Ho Chi Minh City 2023

Nov 07, 2023

As the country’s economic locomotive, Ho Chi Minh City has long been considered a preferred destination for many prospective investors. Compared to other areas, Ho Chi Minh City is permitted to implement a specific mechanism that aligns with the city's scale and development orientation. This can be viewed as an opportunity, but simultaneously poses numerous challenges for the business community, investors, especially amidst the unsettled business operation legal framework, which is constantly evolving and reforming.

Launching Seminar of Review Report on PPP Model Contracts and Report on Mobilizing New Financing for Infrastructure Projects in Vietnam

Nov 08, 2023

As a part of “ Technical assistance for capacity and resilience enhancement and sustainable development ”, VIAC in coordination with the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) did reports on PPP model contracts and mobilizing new financing for infrastructure projects in Vietnam. Through a series of consultation workshops in 2022 and 2023, as well as the advice and consultation of representatives of central and local state agencies, domestic and foreign investors, business associations, research institutes, etc., the authors of these reports made efforts to appropriately include the practice of implementing PPP projects in Vietnam in recent years; thereby, proposing measures and proposals towards further improvement of mechanisms, policies, and legal framework as well as increasing the efficiency of PPP projects in Vietnam. After a thorough drafting, consultation, and finalization, VIAC and VCCI are going to cohost the “ Launching Seminar on Draft Report on PPP Model Contracts and Report on Mobilizing New Financing for Infrastructure Projects in Vietnam ”, with detailed information as follows:

[VIAC Supporting Events] ADR & Construction Industry in Vietnam: Views from Vietnam & Korea

Oct 25, 2023

This event will be hosted by the Society Construction Law Korea (SCL Korea) and the Society Construction Law Vietnam (SCL Vietnam) within framework of the Seoul ADR Festival 2023. With the overarching topic as “ ADR & Construction Industry in Vietnam: Views from Vietnam & Korea ”, practitioners from VIAC, KCAB, SCL KR & VN including lawyers, consultants and in-house counsels share their perspectives and experience in ADR and the Construction Industry in Vietnam.

[VIAC Supported Events] Seoul ADR Festival 2023

Oct 25, 2023

Vietnam International Arbitration Centre is pleased to be supporting organization of the Seoul ADR Festival 2023.

Workshop on International construction disputes in Vietnam: Practical tips on claims and disputes

Sep 12, 2023

With the aim of providing participants with invaluable insights, experiences, and strategies for managing construction disputes within Vietnam and on an international stage, the Vietnam International Arbitration Center (VIAC) in collaboration with the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (KOCHAM) and Lee & Ko law firm organises the workshop titled "International construction disputes in Vietnam: Practical tips on claims and disputes” .

Conference on Construction contract dispute resolution procedures from Dispute Adjudication Board (DAB) to arbitration and practical lessons

July 26, 2023

The dispute resolution mechanism through Dispute Adjudication Board (DAB/DAAB) under FIDIC is a contract administration mechanism, and disputes that are not resolved by the DAB or disputes that DAB decisions are not satisfied by either party will ultimately be resolved by arbitration. In fact, there have been many international construction arbitration cases (including ICC cases) after the parties attempted to resolve the disputes via DAB process. With the aim of providing information on practical experience in construction dispute resolution and acting as a platform for both Vietnamese and international lawyers, arbitrators, and experts to share their knowledge, the Vietnam Engineering Consultant Association (VECAS) organizes a conference titled “ Construction contract dispute resolution procedures from Dispute Adjudication Board (DAB) to arbitration and practical lessons”. This conference is held in partnership with YKVN law firm, EXPONENT consulting firm, and ICC International Court of Arbitration, with the support of the Vietnam International Arbitration Centre (VIAC). The Conference will discuss the mechanism of construction contract dispute settlement through Dispute Adjudication Board (DAB), procedures to be considered from DAB to arbitration, and practical takeaways to minimize legal risks.