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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 ...





Author: Sun Young Hwang*, Geesu Lee* Jurisdiction: South Korea Topics: Climate Change Law Investment Disputes International and Transnational Law International Litigation   I. Introduction[1] South Korea stands at a critical juncture in addressing climate change. Its government has pledged to substantially cut greenhouse gas emissions and shift toward a sustainable, […]

Navigating Climate Action and ISDS Risks for South Korea


Author: Binsy Susan*, Sambhav Sharma* Jurisdiction: India Topics: Tariffs Sanctions   Introduction   In today’s geopolitically charged global economy, imposition of tariffs and sanctions by countries is not uncommon. While the purposes may vary, including promotion of domestic economic interests, demonstration of soft power, as well as economic warfare, we […]

Tariffs, Sanctions and Cross-Border Contracts: International Arbitration Lessons from India