Industry Leadership and Academic Contributions
Justice Without Borders
At the forefront of AFS Singapore is Oliver Lin
At the forefront of AFS Singapore is Oliver Lin, a distinguished legal scholar, arbitration expert, and qualified UK accountant with expertise in corporate finance, taxation, insolvency, and financial analysis. His extensive qualifications include
Ph.D. Student in International Law & Treaty Law
Euclid University (United Nations Treaty Series 49006/49007, completing soon)
Master of Laws (Corporate & Insolvency Law)
Nottingham Trent University, UK (Commendation)
Bachelor of Laws (Hons)
Nottingham Trent University, UK (Second Class Honours, 1st Division)
Qualified UK Accountant
Member of the Association of International Accountants Singapore Branch (former Fellow of the Association of International Accountants, UK)
Oliver Lin
Is an active member of internationally recognized legal institutions, including
- International Council of Commercial Arbitration
- London Court of International Arbitration
- Tanzania Institute of Arbitrators
- Association of International Accountants Singapore Branch
Scholarly Contributions & Global Policy Development
Beyond his arbitration and financial expertise, Oliver Lin is a published author and legal scholar, contributing to global legal discourse through books and significant academic research.
Books Published
- The Brain and Money Talk (2022)
- Money Laundering – A Handbook for CDD Compliance: A Practical Guide for Compliance Officers and DNFBPs (2018)
Major Ph.D. Legal Reviews & Research Papers
International Arbitration As A Tool for Global Trade
Opportunities and Challenges In Belt and Road Initiative States (2025)
International Court of Justice
Jurisdiction and Advisory Opinion (2025)
Reviewing The Compulsory Labor In International Human Rights Law In The Republic of China (ROC) In Taiwan (2024)
Reviewing The Treaty Of Amity and Cooperation In Southeast Asia (2024)
Reviewing Debates On America’s Interest To Defend Taiwan(2023)
Published Articles
Oliver Lin actively engages in legal discussions through published articles on professional platforms such as LinkedIn, contributing insights into international law, financial compliance, and regulatory frameworks. His articles address critical global legal issues, including
International Law – UNCLOS and Taiwan Strait (2023)
Examining territorial claims and legal interpretations under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)
International Law – Military Occupation and Taiwan (2022)
Assessing the legal implications of military presence and occupation under international humanitarian law
SPAC (Special Purpose Acquisition Companies) (2022)
Evaluating SPAC structures, regulatory concerns, and their impact on global corporate finance
Combating Money Laundering, The Frontline Soldier: Compliance Officer – What is Beneficial Ownership? (2018)
Addressing compliance challenges in AML (Anti-Money Laundering) regulations and corporate transparency
Combating Money Laundering, The Frontline Soldier: Compliance Officer
Why PEP Is Important? – Part 1 (2018)
Combating Money Laundering, The Frontline Soldier
Compliance Officer – Why PEP Is Important? – Part 2 (2018)
Combating Money Laundering, The Frontline Soldier: Are You Trained? (2017)
Examining the critical role of compliance officers in preventing financial crimes
Oliver Lin’s continuous engagement in legal scholarship and professional writing ensures that AFS Singapore remains at the forefront of global arbitration, regulatory compliance, and financial governance.