Jakarta, 29 October 2025 — The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Indonesia proudly hosted the 7th ICC Indonesia Arbitration Day at The Westin Jakarta, bringing together prominent legal professionals, in-house counsel, and arbitrators from Indonesia and across the globe.
This year’s conference explored key developments and challenges in international arbitration, offering valuable insights tailored to Indonesia’s growing arbitration landscape. The discussions highlighted practical perspectives and emerging trends shaping the future of dispute resolution in the region.
Building on its strong tradition, ICC Indonesia Arbitration Day continues to serve as a premier annual forum for knowledge exchange and professional networking among the arbitration community. The event fosters meaningful dialogue, encourages collaboration, and promotes best practices in international arbitration.
Attendance was open exclusively to legal professionals and non-students, ensuring a focused environment for high-level discussions and learning.
Programme Highlights
The conference, held on Wednesday, 29 October 2025, at The Westin Jakarta, commenced with welcoming remarks and an opening address, setting an engaging tone for the day. This was followed by a Special Address that laid the foundation for insightful discussions and thought-provoking exchanges throughout the sessions.
The sessions were divided into three parts, each offering a unique perspective on the evolving landscape of arbitration in Indonesia:
- “Threading Tapestries: Taking Stock of Current Issues and Future Developments of Arbitration Law in Indonesia”
- “Balancing the Scales: Things in Check for Damages Claims in Arbitration”
- “Rapid Fire Debate: High Stakes and Complex Disputes Require Multi-Tiered Dispute Resolution Mechanisms”
In the afternoon, the event concluded with closing remarks of appreciation, followed by a networking reception that offered participants a valuable opportunity to connect, exchange perspectives, and strengthen professional relationships within the arbitration community.
The discussion featured 18 esteemed speakers:
- Dr. Andre Abraham, S.H., LL.M.Head of Legal Bureau, Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry of Indonesia/Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM).
- Tejus Chauhan, Director, Arbitration and ADR, South Asia, ICC Dispute Resolution Services.
- Narendra Adiyasa, Partner, Widyawan & Partners in association with Linklaters; Member, ICC International Courtof Arbitration.
- Kabir Singh, Partner, Clifford Chance/Cavenagh Law LLP.
- Togi Pangaribuan, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law, University of Indonesia.
- Widia Hutagaol, Head of Legal, PT Beiersdorf Indonesia.
- Dewi Savitri Reni, Partner, SSEK Law Firm.
- Dyah Paramita, Partner, ATD Law in association with Mori Hamada
- Julie Raneda, Managing Director, Partner, Schellenberg Wittmer.
- Dranyl Jared P, Amoroso. Partner, Quisumbing Torres, member Firm of Baker McKenzie.
- Albert Marsman, Partner, DeBrauw Blackstone Westbroek.
- John Lumbantobing, Partner, Rifdaan Novarazka, Prabowo Law Firm.
- Pooja Chakraborty, Associate Director, Secretariat.
- Rob Palmer, Partner, Hogan Lovells.
- Michael Weatherley, Partner, Dispute Resolution Practice Group, Ashurst.
- Crystal Wong Wai Chin, Partner, Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill.
- Simon Barrie Sasmoyo, Partner, Assegaf Hamzah & Partner.
- Lusiana Indomo, Executive Director, ICC Indonesia.
The event was made possible through the generous support of its sponsors:
- Gold Sponsors: Clifford Chance and Widyawan & Partners in association with Linklaters;
- Silver Sponsors: ATD Law in association with Mori Hamada, Schellenberg Wittmer, and Secretariat;
- Bronze Sponsors: Ashurst OSP, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners Indonesia, De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek, and Hogan Lovells DNFP.
The event was also supported by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) Indonesia Chapter, the Indonesian Corporate Counsel Association (ICCA), and Hukumonline.com as the official media partner.