Abstract

Digital transformation is reshaping the conduct of arbitral proceedings through the increasing use of electronic filings, digital evidence, and virtual hearings. This development necessitates greater clarity regarding the criteria for determining the place of arbitration when procedural activities are conducted in a digital environment. This study examines the relevant provisions of the Law on Commercial Arbitration, Resolution No. 222/2025/ QH15, Decree No. 328/2025/ND-CP, and other related legal instruments. By comparing the Vietnamese legal framework with Article 20 of the UNCITRAL Model Law and arbitral practice in Singapore, the article assesses the compatibility of Vietnamese law with international standards, identifies existing legal gaps, and proposes directions for further improvement. The findings contribute to clarifying the legal basis for determining the place of arbitration, ensuring the consistent application of the law, and enhancing the effectiveness of dispute resolution within the International Financial Centre.

Keywords: Arbitration law; digital transformation; International Financial Centre; place of arbitration; UNCITRAL Model Law.