[A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] EPISODE 7 | SIAC NEW RULES FOR 2025 | Security For Cost And Security For Claim

Foreword The 2025 SIAC Rules introduce significant refinements in arbitration procedures, particularly concerning Security for Costs and Security for Claims. Our analysis delves into these changes, explaining how they alter the tribunal’s powers and the procedural dynamics. By understanding these developments, parties can better navigate arbitration, ensuring that both their financial and procedural interests are… Continue reading [A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] EPISODE 7 | SIAC NEW RULES FOR 2025 | Security For Cost And Security For Claim

[A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] EPISODE 6 | SIAC NEW RULES FOR 2025 | The Preliminary Determination Procedure

Foreword The amendment of the SIAC Rules officially commenced on 2 July 2020, with the objective of consistently ensuring the fairness of proceedings, enhancing the efficiency of arbitration proportionate to the amount and complexity of the dispute, and bolstering the enforceability of awards. After over four years of research and revision, on 9 December 2024,… Continue reading [A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] EPISODE 6 | SIAC NEW RULES FOR 2025 | The Preliminary Determination Procedure

[A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] EPISODE 5 | SIAC NEW RULES FOR 2025 | PRIMA FACIE JURISDICTIONAL OBJECTIONS

Foreword The Singapore International Arbitration Centre’s (“SIAC”) 7th Edition Rules, taking effect from January 1, 2025, mark a significant evolution in international arbitration practice. Among the various procedural refinements, Rule 8 on Prima Facie Jurisdictional Objection represents a crucial development in addressing preliminary jurisdictional challenges efficiently while maintaining procedural fairness and tribunal autonomy. This article… Continue reading [A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] EPISODE 5 | SIAC NEW RULES FOR 2025 | PRIMA FACIE JURISDICTIONAL OBJECTIONS

[A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] Episode 4 |
SIAC Rules: Third-Party Funding – A Modern Necessity

Foreword In the rapidly evolving landscape of international arbitration, arbitration centers must constantly innovate to address emerging challenges and meet the diverse needs of their users. The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (“SIAC”) has consistently demonstrated its ability to stay ahead of the curve, and the introduction of the SIAC Rules 2025 exemplifies this commitment. Among… Continue reading [A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] Episode 4 |
SIAC Rules: Third-Party Funding – A Modern Necessity

[A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] EPISODE 3|SIAC NEW RULES FOR 2025|THE STREAMLINED PROCEDURE

Foreword The amendment of the SIAC Rules began on 2 July 2020 to enhance procedural fairness, arbitration efficiency, and award enforceability. After over four years of research and consultation with various stakeholders, the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (“SIAC”) released the 7th edition of its Arbitration Rules (“SIAC Rules 2025”) on 9 December 2024. These new… Continue reading [A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] EPISODE 3|SIAC NEW RULES FOR 2025|THE STREAMLINED PROCEDURE

[A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] Episode 7 | Notice of Arbitration and Statement of Claim under SIAC Rules 2016 and their appearance in VIAC Rules

The Notice of Arbitration and the Statement of Claim are two of the most significant documents in arbitration proceedings. Nonetheless, different arbitration centers and national arbitration laws provide varying regulations regarding these two types of documents – Vietnam with the Vietnam International Arbitration Centre (“VIAC”) and Singapore with the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (“SIAC”) being notable… Continue reading [A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] Episode 7 | Notice of Arbitration and Statement of Claim under SIAC Rules 2016 and their appearance in VIAC Rules

[A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] Episode 6 | Serving documents through the Arbitral proceedings: some notes for parties from Vietnam

Foreword In both domestic and international arbitration proceedings in Vietnam, proper service of notices, documents, and communications to the parties plays a crucial role. Duly serving ensures their awareness and effective, lawful participation in the proceedings, safeguarding their right to fair presentation and other rights. Additionally, proper service minimizes the risk of an arbitral award… Continue reading [A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] Episode 6 | Serving documents through the Arbitral proceedings: some notes for parties from Vietnam

[A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] Episode 5 | Enforcement of a Foreign Consent Award under Vietnamese Law: Practical insight for judgment creditors

The Vietnamese approach to upholding the principles of the New York Convention 1958 is prevalent in two elements: that interpretation of the New York Convention before the Vietnamese court will have to adhere to Vietnamese regulations at large; and that enforcement of an arbitral tribunal will adhere to existing regulations of Vietnamese law on judgment… Continue reading [A SERIES OF ARBITRATION NOTES] Episode 5 | Enforcement of a Foreign Consent Award under Vietnamese Law: Practical insight for judgment creditors