The Supreme Court of Singapore and the Supreme People’s Court of Vietnam have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance judicial cooperation. The agreement, signed on 29 May 2026, focuses on developing a specialised international commercial court within the Vietnam International Financial Centres.
The MOU establishes a framework for collaboration, including the exchange of knowledge on international commercial dispute resolution, judicial training, and sharing best practices on court processes. Justice Ang Cheng Hock of the Supreme Court of Singapore and Deputy Chief Justice Le Tien of the Supreme People’s Court of Vietnam formalised the agreement.
This initiative underscores Singapore’s commitment to supporting Vietnam’s ambition to create a world-class international financial centre. It also reflects the strong bilateral relationship between the two nations and their shared dedication to developing a robust legal infrastructure for international commerce in the region.
The MOU is expected to facilitate the growth of Vietnam’s financial sector by providing a reliable legal framework, thereby attracting more international business and investment. This collaboration highlights the importance of judicial cooperation in fostering economic development and stability in Southeast Asia.
