Christophe CougnaudLawyer and Partner, Forvis Mazars | Vice-President, CCIFV

After practising for over 10 years in leading UK and French law firms in France, Christophe worked for 5 years in Vietnam in a law firm before joining Forvis Mazars as a partner, where he developed the legal department as well as the International Construction Projects practice.

In Vietnam, Christophe provides practical advice on international construction projects and assistance on operational matters to Vietnamese and international clients in a wide range of industry sectors (including railways, water, infrastructure).

Christophe also advises businesses on many aspects of their corporate life, from their establishment to various aspects of their evolution (mainly in commercial law, company law and labour/social security law - immigration).

Over the last 5 years, Christophe has advised various stakeholders on the 3 metro line projects in Vietnam (Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City) and is recognised as an international expert by the Society of Construction Law of Vietnam (SCL-V). He manages all aspects of international contract work, from negotiation to drafting (EPC, FIDIC contracts), supporting clients' day-to-day operations and strategic business activities.

Christophe is also the Vice President of the France-Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIFV).