In recent weeks, Ms. Naz Schinder, Founding Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of the Bali International Arbitration and Mediation Centre (BIAMC), and Founder and Managing Partner of Schinder Law Firm, undertook a series of official visits to Vienna, Berlin and London. During these visits, she met with the Ambassadors of the Republic of Indonesia to Austria, Germany and the United Kingdom.
These engagements provided a platform for constructive dialogue on the development of Indonesia’s legal system in the context of increasing global investment and cross-border trade. Key areas of discussion included the advancement of legal education in Indonesia, collaboration with leading international law schools, and the strengthening of institutional capacity in international arbitration and dispute resolution.
The exchanges also addressed international trade law, cross-border dispute resolution, and the continued development of Indonesia’s legal and regulatory environment for foreign investment. These discussions reflect broader efforts to support a transparent, stable and internationally aligned legal framework.
Across all meetings, a shared emphasis emerged on strengthening international confidence in Indonesia’s legal system through enhanced institutional cooperation, knowledge exchange and alignment with global best practices. Such efforts contribute to the continued improvement of Indonesia’s investment environment and its engagement with the global economy.
Vienna: Academic Foundations and Institutional Development
In Vienna, Ms. Schinder met with H.E. Damos Dumoli Agusman, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Austria. The discussion highlighted the role of academic engagement in supporting the development of credible and forward-looking arbitration institutions.
During the meeting, Ms. Schinder presented Ambassador Agusman with a Certificate of Recognition in recognition of his role as a member of BIAMC’s Academic Advisory Board, acknowledging his valuable professional insight and experience, and expressing BIAMC’s intention to maintain dialogue and explore his future contributions to the Centre’s academic and institutional development.
Berlin: Trade, Investment and Cross-Border Legal Dialogue
In Berlin, Ms. Schinder met with H.E. Abdul Kadir Jailani, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Germany. The discussion covered international trade, cross-border legal cooperation, and the evolving landscape of investment between Germany and Indonesia.
The exchange underscored the importance of effective legal frameworks and sustained professional dialogue in addressing increasingly complex cross-border interactions.
London: Legal Education and International Collaboration
In London, Ms. Schinder met with H.E. Desra Percaya, PhD, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the United Kingdom. The meeting focused on opportunities to strengthen collaboration in legal education, particularly with leading UK law schools and academic institutions.
As a global legal centre, London provides a relevant platform for advancing dialogue on the relationship between academic development and legal practice.
Looking Ahead
These engagements reflect BIAMC’s continued commitment to international dialogue and institutional connectivity.
As cross-border cooperation and international dispute resolution continue to evolve, sustained engagement across jurisdictions, institutions and professional communities remains essential. BIAMC will continue to support such dialogue, contributing to the development of Indonesia’s legal ecosystem and its integration into the global legal landscape.