Yearly Archives: 2026


Author: Utkarsh Trivedi* Jurisdictions: United Kingdom India USA Germany  Topics: Investment Disputes Jurisdiction Nationality   This article examines a recurring challenge in investment arbitration, namely the conditions under which a natural person may invoke treaty protection against a State to which that person is also bound by nationality or economic […]

The Nationality and Substance Thresholds in Investor-State Jurisdiction: Reassessment ...


Authors: Gustavo Favero Vaughn, Kércia Tavares da Silva, Pedro Mariz, Eduardo Martinez* Jurisdiction: International Jurisdiction   Topics: Ad Hoc International Arbitration Sports Arbitration   Introduction             We are witnessing the largest FIFA World Cup in history. Scheduled to conclude on 19 July 2026, the tournament brings together 48 national teams, […]

The 48 Hours That Can Change the World Cup: Emergency ...


Author: Bharath Palle* Jurisdiction: India Singapore Topics: Enforcement of Arbitral Awards Independence and Impartiality ICC   On 17 April 2026, the Delhi High Court issued a judgment in MSA Global LLC v. Engineering Products (India) Ltd., refusing to enforce a foreign arbitration award on the ground that one of the […]

Disclosure Requirements in Arbitral Appointments



Authors: Neophytos Loizides and Michael Raff * Jurisdiction: Cyprus Syria Topics: Specialized Arbitration States as Parties Mediation   Introduction International arbitration is typically understood as a method of commercial dispute resolution, for individuals, investors, corporations and states that often serves as a desirable alternative to traditional court proceedings. Yet, there is […]

International Arbitration as a Tool for Peace



Author: Qerim Qerimi* Jurisdiction: International United Kingdom United States Austria Topics: Technology Arbitral Process Basic Standards of Due Process      I.    Introduction   Imagine a case where every participant in the proceeding, attorneys preparing submissions, experts producing their reports, and even the tribunal drafting its award, relies on […]

Artificial Intelligence in International Arbitration: a Rule of Law Perspective




Author: Dr. Bharath Palle* The opinions and views expressed herein are the author’s alone, and do not represent the policy, position, or opinions of any institution. The author would like to express his gratitude to Dr. Kabir A.N. Duggal, C.Arb., for his invaluable comments and guidance. Jurisdiction: Global Topics: ICJ […]

International Labor Organization (ILO): Right to Strike




Author: Eric Leikin & Alexander Grimm, Freshfields Jurisdiction: Global Topics: Arbitration Generally Agreement to Arbitrate Technology   Mirroring broader developments in the world economy and society, there has been an increased focus on “Tech Disputes” in the arbitration community (see e.g. two DIS events (here and here) and GAR Live […]

Tech Disputes – A view from above: How to deal ...