Category: Accomplishments & Past Events

Accomplishments & Past Events / May ’23

We take a look at some of our accomplishments and events from the last few months as well as events organised by other branches.

In this quarterly newsletter edition, we take a look back at some of our accomplishments and events from the last few months as well as events organized by other CIArb branches in the Middle East and worldwide. 

Accomplishments of CIArb UAE Branch 

  1. On 02 March 2023, the CIArb UAE Branch cordially hosted a complimentary breakfast at Spike Bar Terrace at the Emirates Golf Club, Dubai to meet the Branch’s newsletter contributors in recognition of their efforts and express our gratitude for their contribution.  

We thank those who attended and continue to support the CIArb UAE Branch quarterly newsletter. See the social media post of the Newsletter Contributors Gratitude Breakfast: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7036062053156966400  

  1. On 12 April 2023, the CIArb UAE Branch hosted an iftar gathering for all its Members at the Swissotel Al-Murooj Dubai Downtown to celebrate the Holy Month of Ramadan together and share the blessing atmosphere that this months brings.  

Thank you to all CIArb UAE Branch Members who were able to join us. See the social media post for the event here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7052521636742193152  

Accomplishments of CIArb Branches – Middle East  

  1. On 20 February 2023, the CIArb Qatar and QFC Branch hosted an in-person event titled “Mediation for Business: A Pragmatic Means to Resolve Disputes” in an effort to promote Mediation as an alternative mechanism for the resolution of commercial disputes to ratify the United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation (also known as the “Singapore Convention on Mediation”), which came into force on 12 September 2020. 

Event highlights included the presentation from Wolf Von Kumberg FCIArb who discussed how mediation works for business, including the processes involved, from preparing a pre-mediation agreement to enforcing a settlement agreement between the parties. This was followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion and Q&A session with Mr. Von Kumberg and Dr. Susan L. Karamanian, moderated by Mr. Umar Malak Azmeh and was honored by the graced presence of HE Sheikh Dr. Thani bin Ali Al Thani, Sultan Al Abdulla, Ahmed Ali Al-Ansari, Noora Al-Mannai, CIArb members and supporters, industry professionals, and decision-makers in the jurisdiction. To read more about this event: https://ciarb.org/news/mediation-in-qatar/  

  1. On 03 May 2023, the CIArb Qatar and QFC Branch jointly with Burford Capital and PwC Middle East cordially hosted a seminar titled “Legal Finance for Banks and Contractors” at the Restructing Insolvency and Legal Practitioners Association (RILPA) Doha Conference, Banyan Tree, Doha. The panel of leading experts Joe Durkin, Saad Hegazy, Dawn Francis, Colin Russell and Paul Thornton discussed the current trends and the increasing use of legal finance across the GCC. To read more: https://www.ciarb.org/events/ciarb-qatar-arbitration-conference-agm/  

Newsworthy events 

  1. Changes to CIArb’s Royal Charter and Bye-laws endorsed by the Privy Council: The Privy Council approved changes to the CIArb’s Royal Charter and Bye-Laws at its meeting of 15 February 2023. The endorsement by the Privy Council follows CIArb’s September 2022 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM), at which members voted in support of the governance changes. 
  2. The changes bring CIArb’s governance in line with best practice. They also pave the way for CIArb to introduce a new Chartered Adjudicator designation for its most experienced adjudicator members. Work has started on preparing the application process and details will be shared with members in due course later this year. To know more: https://ciarb.org/news/changes-to-ciarb-s-royal-charter-and-bye-laws-endorsed-by-the-privy-council/ 
  3. International Women’s Day 2023 #EmbraceEquity: To celebrate International Women’s Day, on 28 February 2023, Catherine Dixon, CIArb Director General and members of the CIArb attended the launch of Women in Adjudication and signed the Equal Representation in Adjudication pledge. CIArb are also signatories of the Equal Representation in Arbitration (ERA) pledge and the Equal Representation of Expert Witnesses (ERE) pledge. 
  4. The CIArb also organized a virtual event on 8 March 2023 for leading voices in ADR and CIArb members to reflect on what equity means to them and share their experiences of equity in their professional and personal lives. The panel also discussed and explored the adjustments needed to embed and embrace gender equity. Read the full announcement here: https://ciarb.org/news/join-us-in-celebrating-international-women-s-day-2023-embraceequity/ 
  5. The coronation of His Majesty King Charles III: The CIArb extended its heartfelt congratulations to His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort on the occasion of Their Majesties’ coronation on the 5th of May 2023. Catherine Dixon, CIArb Director General send a formal letter of congratulations to The King on behalf of the CIArb and all its global members. To read the formal letter: https://ciarb.org/news/the-coronation-of-his-majesty-king-charles-iii/  

 

Accomplishments & Past Events / November ’22

We take a look at some of our accomplishments and events from the last few months as well as events organised by other branches.

In this sixth edition of the CIArb UAE Branch newsletter, we take a look back at some of our accomplishments and events from the last few months as well as events organized by other CIArb branches in the Middle East. 

Accomplishments of CIArb UAE Branch 

A throwback of the CIArb UAE Branch‘s events and accomplishments from the last few months: 

  1. On 6 October 2022, the CIArb UAE Branch in collaboration with the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), hosted a Joint Event titled – “How to Get Your First Appointment as an Arbitral Secretary”  

The panelists Sami Tannous,  Jyothi Mani, Dr. Asma Al Rasheed, and Karim Nassif talked about the role of a Tribunal Secretary, the value they add to the arbitral proceedings, the parties and tribunal, and the added benefit of this role to prepare the next generation of arbitration practitioners and the promotion of diversity. 
 
Robert Sliwinski, Chair of the CIArb UAE Branch, delivered the Welcome Remarks, and Fatima Balfaqeeh (MCIArb, MRICS, FCIPS) moderated the discussion.

Read more here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6982999773955928064  

  1. On 18 October 2022, the CIArb UAE Branch and ICC UAE jointly organised a unique event titled – “Investment Arbitration and Energy Projects in the UAE and beyond” at the Dubai Chambers. The event was sponsored by Mahmood Hussain Law Firm and hosted by Dubai Chambers of Commerce. 
     
    The event highlighted international challenges in investment arbitration, particularly in relation to energy projects, providing the different international arbitration perspectives on sustainability-related disputes.

    Read more here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6984051154858987520  
  1. On 26 October 2022, the CIArb Young Members Group UAE (YMG), organized a successful event on how to make impactful presentations and enhance the networking skills presented by a renowned coach and international speaker, Flo Akinbiyi. The event took place at Intersect, DIFC, Dubai.

    Read more here: https://ciarb.org/media/22637/ciarb-uae-ymg-masterclass-invitation-intersect-difc-on-26-october-2022.pdf  

Accomplishments of CIArb Branches – Middle East  

  1. The Ciarb Qatar Branch hosted two online events: 
  1. In Egypt, the CIArb Eqypt Branch hosted two in-person events in September 2022: 

Newsworthy events 

  1. ADR training provision strengthened in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Following the successful introduction of Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) alternative dispute resolution (ADR) training in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, CIArb and the Saudi Centre for Commercial Arbitration (SCCA) have agreed to extend their collaboration for the delivery of dispute resolution training including international arbitration and mediation delivered by the SCCA Academy in Arabic and English. The training adheres to CIArb’s world-renowned standards. Additionally, CIArb is working with the SCCA which has agreed to host a CIArb Branch to support CIArb members in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

    Read more here: https://ciarb.org/news/adr-training-provision-strengthened-in-the-kingdom-of-saudi-arabia/  
  1. CIArb Trustee election results confirmed: On 3 November 2022, the Ciarb announced the election of new members to the Board of Trustees with effect from 1 January 2023 for a term of 4 years. The elected candidates are: 
  • Africa – Chikwendu Madumere, FCIArb; 
  • East Asia – Paul Barrett, FCIArb; 
  • Middle Eastern Indian Sub-Continent – Prof Dr Mohamed Abdel Wahab, C.Arb, FCIArb; and 
  • Great Britain – Andrew Miller KC, FCIArb 
  • Ben Giaretta, FCIArb 
  • Lucy Greenwood, FCIArb 

To learn more about the Board of Trustees, the elected candidates and the breakdown of the results follow: https://ciarb.org/news/ciarb-trustee-election-results-confirmed/  

  1. CIArb Presidential Election 2022: The CIArb announces the election of its Presidents Jonathan Wood FCIArb with effect from January 2024 and Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Wahab C.Arb, FCIArb with effect from January 2025. The election took place in the opening session of Congress on Tuesday 8 November 2022 at CIArb Headquarters in London in accordance with the relevant provisions of CIArb’s Royal Charter, Bye-Laws and Regulations.

    Read the full announcement here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ciarbofficial_ciarb-legal-legalprofession-activity-6995784983227285505-FWm8?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop 

 

Accomplishments & Past Events / August ’22

We take a look at some of our accomplishments and events from the last few months as well as events organised by other branches.

We take a look back at some of our accomplishments and events from the last few months as well as events organized by other branches. 

Accomplishments of CIArb UAE Branch 

On 30 May 2022, the CIArb UAE Branch welcomed 5 newly elected members to its committee for the term 2022-2025, notably: Sean Yates FCIArb, Zeina Obeid FCIArb, Eman Saeed MCIArb, Haitham Mokhtar Abdelaty MCIArb, and Sandra Eze MCIArb. 

At its first committee meeting on 07 June 2022, the new committee elected Robert Silwinski C.Arb FCIArb as the branch’s new Chair and two Vice Chairs, Kasia Halliday FCIArb for Dubai and Glenn Trueick FCIArb for Abu Dhabi. To know more, read the full announcement here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6945629309910794241 and here.

On Thursday 16 June 2022, the CIArb Young Members Group (UAE Branch) successfully hosted its annual quiz night event ‘Let’s get quizzical’ for the CIArb members at Nezassausi in Downtown, Dubai. 

Accomplishments of CIArb 

The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) and the Oman Commercial Arbitration Centre (OAC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to form a strategic alliance on 26 July 2022. The alliance affirms their joint commitment to create an even more positive environment for effective dispute resolution in Oman, through the provision of CIArb’s world-renowned training in international arbitration and seeks to increase awareness and understanding of the advantages of arbitration, as well as other forms of ADR, to members of the business and legal communities in Oman and the wider MENA region. The programme will also offer accelerated route courses to CIArb Membership and Fellowship.  Read the full announcement here: https://ciarb.org/news/ciarb-and-oac-sign-mou-to-promote-adr-in-oman-and-across-mena/  

Newsworthy events 

Following the UK government’s consultation on increasing mediation in the civil justice system published on 25 July 2022, CIArb is developing a submission and invites members to contribute their viewpoints on the proposals. We are committed to representing the views of our members and strongly encourage you to take this opportunity to help shape our response. Full details here on how to share your viewpoints in the CIArb’s responses: https://www.ciarb.org/news/help-shape-ciarb-s-response-to-the-uk-government-s-mediation-proposals/  

Catherine Dixon, CIArb’s Director General, was appointed by the The International Federation of Commercial Arbitration Institutions (IFCAI) to its Council on 8 June 2022. This is a testament to CIArb’s continued commitment to foster constructive and productive relationships with ADR institutions across the world, share knowledge and best practice in effective dispute resolution and strengthen the CIArb brand globally. Read the full announcement here: https://www.ciarb.org/news/catherine-dixon-ciarb-elected-to-ifcai-council/ 

Lahore Arbitration Declaration ratified at CIArb Pakistan Branch, on 27 May 2022. The newly launched CIArb Pakistan Branch held its inaugural Conference on Judicial Perspectives on Domestic and International Arbitration in Pakistan. The conference covered topics including the role of ADR centers and commercial courts in increasing foreign investors’ confidence; ADR global perspectives, energy and power arbitration in Pakistan, standardization in arbitration practice, procedure and process; and dispute resolution, a client’s perspective. The conference also launched Pakistan’s first construction disputes report co-authored by the Chair and Vice Chair of the Branch. The conference culminated in the ratification of the Lahore Arbitration Declaration – a positive step towards embedding alternative dispute resolution in Pakistan. To read more: https://www.ciarb.org/news/lahore-arbitration-declaration-ratified-at-ciarb-pakistan-branch-launch/  

 

Accomplishments & Past Events / May ’22

We take a look at some of our accomplishments and events from the last few months as well as events organised by other branches.

Accomplishments of CIArb UAE Branch 

On 7 April 2022, CIArb UAE Branch successfully hosted an in-person event held in Dubai. The speakers were Joe Durkin FCIArb, Ahmed Ibrahim, Jane Miles, Nabeel Ikram, and Helen Graham and they talked about the importance of the governing law in construction arbitrations and the key differences that arbitrators encounter in their approaches between English and UAE law.  Full details here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ciarb-ymg-uae-branch_throwback-adr-arbitration-activity-6925686371898540032-ktOe?utm_source=linkedin_share&utm_medium=member_desktop_web  

On 5 April 2022, we held the first-ever joint event between Qatar and the UAE Branches entitled “Mediation: Some Topical Considerations” which took place via Zoom.  The panelists, Robert Sliwinski FCIArb, Huw Davies, and Isabel Phillips MCIArb, talked about the new laws on Mediation for the Settlement of Civil and Commercial Disputes – the “Qatar Law No. 20/2021” which was issued last November 4, 2021, and the “UAE Federal Law No. 6 of April 2021”, as well as the available guidelines and other important considerations in the mediation process.Full details here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ciarb-ymg-uae-branch_mediation-some-topical-considerations-activity-6924967897966469120-SrDQ?utm_source=linkedin_share&utm_medium=member_desktop_web 

On 28 March 2022, during the Paris Arbitration Week, the CIArb UAE Branch in collaboration with the CIArb French Chapter on the topic of Strategies and Tools for Achieving Early and Speedy Dispute Resolution. During this webinar the speakers explored the tools available to an arbitrator to secure early dispute resolution (notably early disposition of issues, or putting in place an arb-med-arb procedure). The speakers also discussed current trends in the increased use of tiered dispute resolution clauses by businesses, and the use of mediation by arbitration institutions some of which even incorporate advocacy of mediation into their rules.  A special insight was given into mediation and arbitration in the era of emerging technologies like AI, smart contracts and blockchain and of the BAS (Business Arbitration Scheme) developed by the CIArb to provide simple, cost-effective, and timely resolution for disputes of low to medium monetary issues. Watch it here: https://www.ciarb.org/events/strategies-and-tools-for-achieving-early-and-speedy-dispute-resolution/  

On Tuesday 22 March 2022, the CIArb Young Members Group (UAE Branch) hosted an evening of relaxed golf and networking at TopGolf, Dubai.  

Accomplishments of CIArb 
  

CIArb is delighted to have been confirmed as an approved arbitration body under the Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Act (the Act), which received Royal Assent on Thursday 24 March 2022.  The Act introduces a new statutory arbitration process for disputes relating to commercial rent arrears accrued when businesses were forced to close due to government-mandated Covid-19 lockdowns.  Read the full announcement here: https://www.ciarb.org/news/commercial-rent-act/  

Newsworthy events (1) 

The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) is working in partnership with the Law Society of Scotland (LSS) to help promote the use of arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). With recent disruption to court services, ADR is an attractive option for many clients.   

We believe that one of the best ways in which we can promote the use of ADR is to provide high quality training to enable aspiring ADR professionals to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge in this field. 

Between them, CIArb and LSS provide a range of training, qualifications and accreditations ranging from entry level learning opportunities through to CIArb Diplomas and on to specialist accreditation by the LSS. Read the full announcement here: https://www.ciarb.org/news/promoting-alternative-dispute-resolution-in-scotland/  

The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) and the British Virgin Islands International Arbitration Centre (BVI IAC) sign Memorandum of Understanding to promote international ADR.  The aim of this partnership is to create a positive environment for alternative dispute resolution (ADR) by, among other things, delivering CIArb education and training, working together more closely, and promoting ADR within the region.  Read the full announcement here: https://www.ciarb.org/news/new-partnership-to-promote-international-adr/  

Accomplishments & Past Events / Feb 22

We take a look at some of our accomplishments and events from the last few months as well as events organised by other branches.

Accomplishments of CIArb UAE Branch 

On 15 November 2021, as part of UAE Arbitration Week, the CIArb YMG held its Annual Conference themed “Arbitration in a Changing World”. The conference included two panel sessions (one in-person and one virtual), and two debates. The first panel considered how arbitration has changed in the last decade, which was followed by a debate on virtual hearings, and later, a panel on the future of arbitration and the Conference ended with a debate on online identity of practitioners. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ciarb-young-members-group-uae-branch_ciarb-ymg-uae-branch-committee-activity-6831132234456547328-C4t8 

On 17 November 2021, as part of UAE Arbitration Week, the CIArb UAE Branch held an event which brought together a number of excellent speakers including CIArb President Ann Ryan Robertson, Suzannah Fairbairn, Natalie Jensen, Nasser Ali Khasawneh, Amr Omran and Francis Hornyold-Strickland and our own local Chair Iryna Akulenka FCIArb.  Our panelist debated whether the Construction Disputes are likely to remain mainstream in the view of the rising momentum in Technology, Sports and Maritime disputes. The lively debate was moderated by Zeina Obeid, who concluded the debate by taking votes on the subject from over 100 attendees – the result…construction disputes are still the strongest leader.  

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On 10 February 2022, the Branch in collaboration with DIAC, held its first in a series of “How to…” events planned for the course of this year.  This first event, our distinguished speakers including Olena Voronovych, Maria Mazzawi (FCIArb), Victor Leginsky FCIArb CArb, Iryna Akulenka FCIArb and Zeina Obeid discussed  

“How to Get Your First Appointment as an Arbitrator”.  The event was moderated by CIArb Committee member Kasia Halliday who discussed with our speakers’ their personal experiences when it came to their own first-time appointments or appointing first-time arbitrators and tangible steps that could be taken by both, the first-time arbitrators and the appointing parties to improve the rate of first-time arbitrators’ appointments and, as a result to promote more diversity. 

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6899616288117792768

Accomplishments of CIArb 

On 1 December 2021, the CIArb announced that it is the sole provider of Arbitration Referral Services to the Pubs Code Adjudicator (PCA).  This will include full end-to-end management and administration of the arbitration service and recommending suitable CIArb-accredited arbitrators to the PCA for appointment in each eligible case under the terms of the Pubs Code. In addition, the CIArb will be working with the PCA to develop specialist Pubs Code training for arbitrators and others to ensure they are equipped with the knowledge required to handle PCA arbitrations.  Read the full announcement here: https://ciarb.org/news/ciarb-awarded-contract-as-the-arbitration-referral-service-for-the-pubs-code-adjudicator-pca/  

Accomplishments of other branches

The Third Annual New York Arbitration Week took place between 15-19 The Third Annual New York Arbitration Week took place between 15-19 November 2021.  The New York International Arbitration Centre (NYIAC) and the New York Branch of the CIArb reported that the event’s trajectory of growth continued, boasting the highest ever attendance, the most speakers, the greatest number of panels, presentations and participating organizations, and the broadest array of financial sponsors to date.  Read the full article here: https://ciarb.org/news/new-york-arbitration-week-2021-the-biggest-nyaw-yet/ 

Newsworthy events

On 13 December 2021, the Taiwan Chapter was honored to co-host a special evening talk on “Offshore Wind M&A”, which wrapped up a series of four talks deducted to green power in the latter half of 2021. The talk was organized into two parts based on the topics of M&A and competition law issues relevant to M&A transactions, with each topic presented by two keynote speakers. Read the full article here: https://ciarb.org/news/ciarb-taiwan-chapter-s-evening-talk-on-offshore-wind-ma/  

Accomplishments & Past Events / Oct 21

We take a look at some of our accomplishments and events from the last few months as well as events organised by other branches.

CIArb Accomplishments

On 13 July 2021, the CIArb co-produced a podcast on Emergency Arbitrations with Wolters Kluwer, titled “Arbitrating in the Emergency Room”.  During the podcast, Dr Crina Baltag FCIArb, Senior Lecturer in International Arbitration at Stockholm University interviewed Professor Patricia Shaugnessy, the preeminent arbitration academic and practitioner Click here to listen: https://anchor.fm/international-law-talk/episodes/Arbitrating-in-the-Emergency-Room-e1432ff      

On 19 June 2021, the CIArb and the Law Society of England and Wales hosted a joint panel discussion assessing the implications for arbitration of Brexit, the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement, and the UK’s departure from the Lugano Convention.  Brexit and the departure of the UK from the Lugano Convention clearly have consequences for the ways in which cross-border disputes with Europe are dealt with. Choice of jurisdiction, and mutual enforcement of judgements may both be affected in the courts, whilst arbitration – under which enforcement is governed by the New York Convention and so is unaffected by Brexit – may be seen as a viable alternative option. Read the full article here: https://ciarb.org/news/brexit-lugano-and-arbitration-a-ciarblaw-society-panel-discussion/  

Other Newsworthy Events

On 6 September 2021, the Taiwan Chapter was honoured to co-host, along with the Taipei Professional Civil Engineers Association, Taiwan Arbitration Association, Chinese Construction Industry Arbitration Association, and iADR a discussion on “Hot Legal Topics in Solar Power” as a sequel to its previous talk regarding offshore wind power. Read the full article here: https://ciarb.org/news/ciarb-taiwan-chapter-s-evening-talk-on-hot-legal-topics-in-solar-power/   
 
 
On 6 August 2021, the 25th anniversary of Lord Woolf’s landmark Access to Justice Report, the UK Ministry of Justice issued a consultation on how dispute resolution processes can be more fully integrated within the justice system.  Specifically, the call for evidence sought views from the judiciary, legal profession, mediators and other dispute resolvers, academics, the advice sector, court users, and anyone who has experience of dispute resolution both within and outside the court system. Read the full article here: https://ciarb.org/news/uk-ministry-of-justice-issues-call-for-evidence-on-dispute-resolution/  

Accomplishments & Past Events

The UAE Branch of the CIArb has had a successful 12 months despite these difficult times. We take a look at some of our accomplishments and events from the last 12 months as well as certain events organised by other branches.

CIArb UAE Branch Events and Training

International Arbitration: Module 1
April to July 2020

Webinar on “Virtual Arbitrations in the UAE”.
26 June 2020 

Webinar on “Life Cycle of Arbitral Proceedings (A practical look into the Arbitration Proceedings)”
26 July 2020

Webinar on “Adapting mediation for the MENA region”
24 August 2020

Training: Experienced Practitioner Route
September 2020 & 27 January 2021

International Arbitration: Introductory Course
October 2020

Peer Interviews
October 2020, February 2021 & April 2021 

Accelerated Route to Fellowship
December 2020

3-part workshop series on “Construction Contracts and Disputes resolution” in Arabic
December 2020

International Arbitration: Module 2
December 2020 to May 2021 

CIArb Accomplishments

On 6 May 2021, the CIArb and the ICC hosted a joint online event titled “Fireside chat with arbitration and dispute resolution leaders”.   This was a thought-provoking chat with the new President of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, Ann Ryan Robertson C.Arb FCIArb and President-Elect of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, Claudia T Salomon FCIArb.  They discussed their plans for their respective institutions, how they intend to collaborate, and what their presidencies mean for the global arbitration and dispute resolution community.  

On 19 May 2021, CIArb London, together with Queen Mary University London and the Young Canadian Arbitration Practitioners jointly hosted an online event on “Preparing Tomorrow’s Disputes Practitioner: The Future of Dispute Resolution Training”. The event was accompanied by a very lively discussion in the webinar chat, indicating significant interest in the topic.

Other Newsworthy Events

On 10 June 2021 the Annual Roebuck Lecture took place online, given by The Hon. Lady Justice Joyce Aluoch EBS CBS MCIArb, (Rtd) Judge. The Roebuck Lecture, now in its 11th year, is named after the late Professor Derek Roebuck MCIArb and celebrates the very significant contribution he has made to the Institute over the years.

The lecture focused on ‘The impact of Singapore Mediation Convention on mediation and arbitration’ which was adopted by the UN General Assembly. 46 states signed the Convention there and then and today it has 53 signatories – including big economies like the U.S., China, India and many more. The Convention is a new instrument aimed at facilitating the resolution of international commercial disputes by rendering international mediated settlement agreements enforceable. This is a significant feature, previously awarded only to arbitral awards and come court judgements. It complements the New York Convention – but does not compete with it. Read the full article here: https://www.ciarb.org/news/preparing-tomorrow-s-disputes-practitioner-the-future-of-dispute-resolution-training/

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