The Honourable Tan Sri Datuk Nallini Pathmanathan Appointed Senior Mediator
We are pleased to welcome the former Judge of the Federal Court of Malaysia to SMC’s Senior Mediator Panel.
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5 posts from 2026
The Honourable Dato’ Mary Lim Appointed Senior Mediator
We are pleased to welcome the former Judge of the Federal Court of Malaysia to SMC’s Senior Mediator Panel.
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Justice Belinda Ang Appointed Senior Mediator
SMC is honoured to welcome Justice Belinda Ang to its Senior Mediator Panel, with effect from 1 May 2026.
Read article →Leadership Transition at the Singapore Mediation Centre
SMC marks a leadership transition as Justice Belinda Ang steps down after more than 14 years of dedicated service and Justice Andre Maniam becomes Chairperson.
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Justice Vincent Hoong Appointed Senior Mediator
SMC is honoured to welcome Justice Vincent Hoong to its Senior Mediator Panel, with effect from 1 January 2026.
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SMC and Bhutan ADR Center Ink MOU to Strengthen Mediation Cooperation
This landmark partnership aims to enhance Bhutan’s mediation landscape by leveraging the combined expertise of both centres.
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Singapore Mediation Lecture & Appreciation Lunch 2025
The annual lecture promoted greater understanding and use of mediation and alternative dispute resolution processes.
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4th National Conference on Construction Adjudication
SMC and the Building and Construction Authority jointly organised a conference marking 20 years of adjudication in Singapore.
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SMC Signs MOU with Brunei Darussalam Arbitration Centre
The new MOU further strengthens a partnership that began in 2022 and supports mediation capability-building in Brunei.
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Singapore Mediation Lecture & Appreciation Lunch 2024
The annual lecture series enhances understanding and use of mediation in resolving commercial disputes.
Read article →SMC’s INTEGRAF Scheme Featured in The Business Times
INTEGRAF helps manage high-stakes IT contract disputes by de-escalating conflicts, promoting collaboration and preventing litigation.
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Join Global Intellectual Property Leaders at IP Week @ SG 2024
The event convenes IP thought leaders, legal experts and innovative enterprises from across the globe.
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Mediating Community Disputes: Challenges, Strategies and Rewards
An online panel discussion with Executive Master Mediator Stephen Poh and Master Mediator Katherine Yap.
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SMC and CCPIT Forge Partnership with New MOU
The agreement between SMC and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade enhances collaboration and mutual learning.
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Two SMC IP Certified Mediators in First WIPO-Singapore ASEAN Case
Congratulations to Viviene Sandhu and Dixon Soh, who took part in their first mediation under the ASEAN Mediation Programme.
Read article →Judicial Commissioner Teh Hwee Hwee Appointed Judge of the Supreme Court
Justice Teh Hwee Hwee was concurrently appointed Presiding Judge of the Family Justice Courts.
Read article →Justice Andre Maniam: Speech at ADR Symposium 2023
Justice Maniam addressed appropriate dispute resolution and the role of the courts in his keynote address.
Read speech →Workplace Fairness Law Shifts Focus to Mediation
The upcoming legislation aims to provide targeted penalties against discrimination while settling disputes through mediation.
Read article →New Appointment of Judges for the High Court and Appellate Division
The appointments add to the depth and experience of Singapore’s Supreme Court.
Read article →Uruguay Ratifies the Singapore Convention on Mediation
Uruguay became the latest country to ratify the United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation.
Read article →Singapore High Court Sets Mediation Precedent
The High Court considered whether a party can be compelled to refer a dispute to mediation in accordance with contractual obligations.
Read article →SAL Appoints Mr Yeong Zee Kin as New Chief Executive
Mr Yeong is an internationally recognised expert in AI ethics and data privacy issues.
Read article →Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon: Opening of the Legal Year 2023
The response delivered by Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon at the opening of the Legal Year 2023.
Read speech →Mr Edwin Tong SC: Singapore Mediation Lecture 2019
Mr Edwin Tong SC shared his perspectives on the past, present and future of mediation for Singapore.
Read speech →Singapore Mediation Lecture 2018
“On tiptoes through the minefield: cultural dimensions of mediation”, presented by Ms Joanna Kalowski at the seventh Singapore Mediation Lecture.
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