A New Chapter of Cross-Border Legal Collaboration in ASEAN
THE LAM LAW LLC – Your legal need, Our Mission was honored to co-host the Strategic Alliance Launch with Florete Law, bringing together leaders from Vietnam, the Philippines, and across ASEAN to explore the future of investor protection, arbitration, and governance.
This event highlighted shared values, regional vision, and the importance of clarity and predictability in international investment.

🔍 Key Highlights

🌟 1. “Arbitration Is a Business Strategy” — FLORETE LAW
Atty. Mary Christine Florete, JD, MCIArb., GICD S.C. Florete emphasized that arbitration is a business strategy, strengthening compliance, governance, and corporate resilience.
Her session covered:
⏺ Governance challenges, internal controls, and risk management
⏺ Enforcement of arbitral awards under the New York Convention and ADR Act of 2004
⏺ Practical considerations for investors entering the Philippine market
Her comparative insights added great value to the ASEAN-wide conversation on enforcement.

🌟 2. “Infrastructure Arbitration & Investor Protection in Vietnam” — THE LAM LAW
Our MP – Atty. David Lam shared lessons from Vietnam’s infrastructure disputes, underscoring that:
⏺Vietnam is a reliable and growing investment destination
⏺Effective dispute resolution depends on contract clarity, transparent institutions, and predictable enforcement
⏺Multi-tier DR clauses and DAAB/DAB mechanisms must be precisely drafted
“In infrastructure, dispute resolution is not a clause — it is a system.”

🤝 A Unified ASEAN Vision
Both firms reaffirmed a shared commitment to:
⏺Enhancing investor protection
⏺Elevating arbitration practice
⏺Strengthening governance and compliance
⏺Supporting sustainable regional investment

🙏 Our Appreciation
Thank you to Florete Law, the organizers, our distinguished guests, and all partners who made this event meaningful.
Your insights and engagement drive progress in our legal and investment ecosystem.

🚀 Looking Ahead
We hope the discussions provided value and strengthened confidence in navigating ASEAN’s evolving legal landscape.
We look forward to seeing you again in 2026.
Thank you for being part of this milestone.

📸 Event Highlights (Attached Below)
A glimpse into the meaningful conversations, keynote insights, and collaborative spirit shared during the launch.

We are pleased to share some photos capturing the energy and engagement of the event.

THE LAM LAW LLC
🏢Indochina Park Tower, # 4 Nguyen Dinh Chieu Str, Tan Dinh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.
📞Tel: +84 (0)28 710 58 222 – 6288 3798 – Hotline: +84 (0) 973 097 777
✉ Email: info@thelamlawllc.com