Alan Khee Jin Tan

Alan Khee Jin Tan is a Professor at the Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore (NUS), specializing in Aviation Law, Maritime Law, Criminal Law, and Environmental Law. He holds a JSD and LLM from Yale Law School and an LLB from NUS. His research focuses on legal frameworks governing international shipping, aviation liberalization, and environmental governance in Asia.

Education:

• LLB, National University of Singapore
• LLM and JSD, Yale Law School

Professional Roles:

• Former Vice-Dean of Graduate Studies and Research at NUS Law (2006–2010)
• Director (Projects), Office of the Provost at NUS (2011–2012)
• Consultant to ASEAN, UNDP, and Vietnam's government
• Hauser Global Visiting Professor at NYU School of Law (2009)

Research Contributions: Dr. Tan has authored over 20 articles and a Cambridge Press book on vessel-source marine pollution law. His work bridges legal scholarship with policy analysis, particularly in aviation liberalization strategies for Asia-Pacific countries and transboundary environmental disputes. Recent articles address ASEAN-China air transport agreements and EU-driven aviation policy impacts.

Awards & Recognition:

• Koh Han Kok Prize for International Law (NUS)
• Ambrose Gherini International Law Prize (Yale)

Consultancy & Outreach: Advised APEC, ASEAN, and Arab League on aviation liberalization. Coordinated Yale-NUS College's double-degree programs and NYU-NUS LL.M exchanges. Engaged in environmental law assessments across Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Indonesia, and Myanmar.