Ho Chi Minh City, 26 April 2024 – Indochine Counsel is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Steve Ngo as Senior Consultant, effective April 2024. Professor Ngo brings a wealth of expertise in international arbitration and a deep understanding of the dynamics of global economic growth regions, making him a valuable addition to our team.

Professor Ngo is a distinguished international arbitrator and academic based in Singapore, specializing in arbitration across Southeast Asia, East Asia, and South Asia. He is the founding President and Executive Director of the Beihai Asia International Arbitration Centre (BAIAC) in Singapore and has served as an advisor and party representative in numerous high-profile arbitrations involving both private and governmental sectors.

Throughout his illustrious career, Professor Ngo has significantly contributed to the field of dispute resolution, authoring numerous scholarly articles and a book on the UNCITRAL Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration. His insights into cultural elements in dispute settlement and innovative practices in arbitration have been widely recognized and lauded, including a citation by the Honourable Lord Neuberger in the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators’ 2021 annual lecture.

In addition to his role at Indochine Counsel, Professor Ngo serves on several prestigious boards and advisory panels, including the Centre of Alternative Dispute Resolution at National Law University Delhi and the Asia Advisory Board of the American Arbitration Association – International Centre for Dispute Resolution.

“We are thrilled to welcome Professor Steve Ngo to our team.” said Mr. Dang The Duc, Managing Partner of Indochine Counsel. “His extensive background and proven track record in international dispute resolution will be instrumental as we continue to expand our reach and enhance our capabilities in these critical areas.”

Professor Ngo’s appointment reflects Indochine Counsel’s commitment to fostering a robust team of experts to provide our clients with the highest level of service and expertise in the field of international arbitration and dispute resolution.

Indochine Counsel is one of Vietnam’s leading law firms. With nearly thirty lawyers in both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, the firm offers boutique services and handles large M&A deals. For more information about Indochine Counsel, please visit our website at https://www.indochinecounsel.com.