Tai Heng Cheng

Tai Heng Cheng

December 23, 2022 | International Edition

The Crucial Role of Arbitral Institutions During Uncertain Times

The institutions play an essential part in supporting the proper functioning of global trade and the restoration of order.

By Tai-Heng Cheng & Jennifer Lim, Sidley Austin

5 minute read

November 19, 2021 | New York Law Journal

COVID-19 and Technology in International Arbitration

Arbitration centers have witnessed a significant increase in the use of virtual hearing services.

By Tai-Heng Cheng, Martin Jackson and Young-Hee Kim

8 minute read

March 12, 2021 | New York Law Journal

The Political Backlash Against Investor-State Arbitration

Arbitration often becomes a collateral victim when elected officials take aim at treaties that do not keep pace with these norms.

By Tai-Heng Cheng

8 minute read

November 26, 2012 | New York Law Journal

Practical Measures to Control Annulments in Investor-State Arbitration Awards

Tai-Heng Cheng, a partner at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, and Lucas Bento, an associate at the firm, write: Given the key role of ICSID arbitration in providing a venue for foreign investors and host states to resolve their disputes, criticisms of ICSID annulments must be taken seriously. Recent annulment decisions have differed in their interpretation of the standards for annulment, creating uncertainty in the legal standards and creating business risks for foreign investors and host states.

By Tai-Heng Cheng and Lucas Bento

15 minute read