Chiann Bao and Ritika Ajitsaria join ArbBoutique

ArbBoutique welcomes prominent arbitrator Chiann Bao as partner based in Singapore.

With over 20 years of experience, Chiann has practiced as a lawyer in New York and Hong Kong and served in leadership roles at institutions, including as Secretary-General of the HKIAC (2010-2016) and as a Vice President of the ICC (2018-2024). She is currently serving as co-chair of the International Bar Association Arbitration Committee and is a member of the Governing Board of ICCA International Council for Commercial Arbitration.

ArbBoutique also welcomes Ritika Ajitsaria, who has been promoted from intern to associate. She brings several years of experience in international arbitration and domestic litigation in India, complementing the global perspective of the team.

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