(01.03.2026) A momentous milestone for Malaysia’s legal landscape. We are proud to celebrate the appointment of our distinguished alumni to the inaugural Asian International Arbitration Centre Court of Arbitration, led by Dato’ Mary Lim Thiam Suan as its 1st President. The establishment of this Court marks a significant step in Malaysia’s alternative dispute resolution (ADR) …
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(12.02.2026) It is with profound sadness that PARFUM acknowledges the passing of YA Tuan Eddie Yeo Soon Chye, a respected Judicial Commissioner, esteemed legal luminary, and proud Faculty of Law, University of Malaya LLB graduate, Class of 1984. YA Tuan Eddie’s contributions to Malaysia’s legal landscape were marked by unwavering dedication, leadership, and fairness. After …
(26.01.2026) PARFUM congratulates Dato’ Professor Dr. Hj Johan Shamsuddin Dato’ Hj Sabaruddin on his appointment as the 1st Dean of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)’s Faculty of Law. An especially proud moment for the legal fraternity to see a University of Malaya Law alumni, and former Dean of UM Law, continuing to contribute at the highest …
(26.01.2026) Congratulations to University of Malaya on its strong showing in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026. A special note of pride for the Faculty of Law, Universiti Malaya, which has now been ranked 126–150 globally. A meaningful milestone that reflects sustained effort in teaching, research, and academic engagement, and a …
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(22.01.2026) A memorable afternoon at the official launch of Contract Law in Malaysia (2nd Edition), published by Thomson Reuters, and held at the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya. Congratulations to the authors, Dr Cheong May Fong, Choong Shaw Mei and Yong Kai Jie on an important and timely contribution to Malaysian contract law. The …
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(13.01.2026) PARFUM brought together a panel of UM Law alumni to explore how AI and Big Data are reshaping the legal landscape — from academia and private practice to global business. The discussion featured valuable insights from Professor Jason Chuah FRSA SFHEA, Riyadh Dahalan, Tharishni Arumugam and Natalie Ooi, with moderation by Dr. Alima Joned …
An evening of good food, better conversation, and appreciation. As Professor Jason Chuah FRSA SFHEA was preparing to take his leave as Dean of the Faculty of Law, University of Malaya, Council Members of PARFUM had the privilege of coming together over dinner to say thank you. During his tenure, Prof Jason brought clarity, calm …
