Meet the VIAC Ambassadors
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Ambassadors
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Countries
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Continents
Countries
Profiles
Georgia
Nata Ghibradze
"I am honoured and thrilled to become the VIAC Ambassador for Georgia. This is a great opportunity to introduce VIAC and its innovative approaches, efficient and cost-effective management of disputes to Georgia and the entire Caucasus region. VIAC CAN is a great initiative and opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience…
Georgia
Ketevan Betaneli
"I am delighted to become the VIAC ambassador for Georgia and join the VIAC Community Ambassador Network, which unites many outstanding practitioners and academics from the region and beyond. For Georgians (and probably for many others in the region), Austria – with its wonderful Vienna – is a gateway to…
Germany
Ben Steinbrück
"It is a great pleasure and honour to be able to serve as one of the VIAC Ambassadors. The VIAC Community Ambassador Network is an important and exciting new project, which brings together the experience and expertise of many different dispute resolution experts from all over Europe. I very much…
Greece
Dimitris Babiniotis
"VIAC has established itself as a leading arbitral institution, offering efficient, neutral, and high-quality dispute resolution services. For Greek arbitral practice, ensuring the integrity of arbitral proceedings and their seamless interaction with state courts is essential to fostering trust in international dispute resolution. As VIAC CAN’s Ambassador in Greece, I…
Greece, Luxemburg
Paschalis Paschalidis
I am excited to be VIAC’s ambassador for Luxembourg and Greece at a time of significant challenges for the EU and in particular for Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe. The VIAC is a major international arbitration institution with a stellar reputation for the efficient handling of disputes. It can claim…
Hungary
Manuela Grosu
"Creating and preserving value by resolving disputes. Becoming a VIAC Community Ambassador gives me the opportunity to foster arbitration and ADR in the CEE region and especially in Hungary under the umbrella of an institution with the profound knowledge required to support the smooth resolution of disputes in the region.…
Hungary
Sarolta Édua Szabó
"As a VIAC Community Ambassador, my aim is to promote VIAC as a neutral and viable alternative to other western European arbitral institutions, particularly to clients in the CEE region, with a focus on Hungary. I am proud to be associated with VIAC, which is recognized for its highly efficient…
India
Arush Khanna
“VIAC has rightfully earned its place as one of the most credible institutions across the world. The recent past has witnessed its growing presence in Asia. India is one of the fastest growing economies of the world and enjoys a robust economic relationship with Central and Eastern Europe. As India…
Ireland
Samuel Farokhnia-Mimnagh
“As the VIAC ambassador for Ireland, I intend to assist in strengthening the institution’s ties to Ireland and fostering new relationships. VIAC's long history of serving as a hub for international disputes makes it the perfect institution for Irish businesses conducting business across Europe. I look forward to working with…
Kazakhstan
Valikhan Shaikenov
“I have accepted the appointment as a VIAC Ambassador with much enthusiasm, as I see VIAC as a logical choice for trade partners from Central Asia and Europe. With bilateral trade between Kazakhstan and the EU surpassing 40 billion euros annually, and sectors like energy, logistics, and infrastructure driving these…
Kosovo
Fëllënza Limani
"As a VIAC Ambassador, I'm drawn to VIAC as the central arbitration hub in CEE, amid the region's growing demand. VIAC delivers a sophisticated service akin to global institutions, tailored to regional needs. I am excited to be affiliated with VIAC, known for its innovative technology, transparent fee structure, and…
Kosovo
Petrit Elshani
“I believe that Vienna, and more specifically VIAC, is the natural dispute resolution hub for the so-called Western Balkan 6 countries, particularly for Kosovo. Economic indicators concerning business-making in Kosovo and more broadly the region are generally improving year-by-year. The demand for sophisticated, reliable dispute resolution services is growing as…
Kyrgyz Republic
Natalia Alenkina
"To be a VIAC Ambassador is an opportunity to expose our professional community to one of Europe's most respected arbitration institutions and, simultaneously, introduce to Austrian colleagues our fantastic region. We cannot be solely focused on ourselves and our local interests. Being part of the VIAC Ambassadors Network is a…
Latvia
Toms Krūmiņš
"I am very honoured to be selected as a VIAC Ambassador for Latvia — especially at a time when the arbitration landscape here is significantly evolving and improving. Recent legislative reforms have strengthened Latvia’s arbitration framework, bringing it more closely in line with internationally recognized standards and enhancing the system’s…
Lithuania
Albertas Šekštelo
"I am thrilled to become the VIAC ambassador. I see the need for a neutral arbitration forum in the CEE region. VIAC is a strong and competitive arbitration institution and is the perfect match for such a purpose. Not only because of VIAC’s innovative approach (e.g., its own portal for…
Mexico
Fernando Pérez Lozada
"As VIAC Ambassador for Mexico, I am thrilled to support arbitration users at a pivotal moment for the country. The recent judicial reform is expected to drive a significant rise in arbitration proceedings, reinforcing the need for a neutral and efficient forum. VIAC's reputation for excellence and cost-effective proceedings stands…
