Investor-State Arbitration

Exploring how courts interpret “may” in arbitration clauses—India vs global views—and why precise drafting matters to avoid disputes.

French Cour de cassation reaffirms tribunal autonomy: investment legality affects merits, not jurisdiction, strengthening France’s pro-arbitration stance.

France unveils major arbitration reform: a new Arbitration Code, unified regime, and stronger tribunal powers to enhance its role as...

The proposed MIC and appellate body raise questions for ICSID’s future: reform, rebranding, or competition in the evolving ISDS system?

A doctrinal study of how arbitral jurisprudence shaped the definition of “investment” under Article 25 of the ICSID Convention.

In England & Wales, AI is reshaping arbitration. With no direct regulation, tribunals weigh tech efficiency against fairness and procedural...

From DIFC to ADGM, arbitration in the Gulf is evolving. At LIDW 2025, chief justices outlined bold steps toward global...

France embraces AI in arbitration, boosting efficiency while preserving ethics, transparency & human judgment in line with EU law.

English courts clarify the nuances of arbitral confidentiality, addressing document protections, practitioner conduct, and cross-border risks.

Key insights from Italian Arbitration Day: navigating the thin line between procedural use and abuse in today’s complex arbitration landscape.

Can AI level the playing field in arbitration? CIArb’s new Guideline examines the benefits, pitfalls, and ethical duties for parties...

Iran restricts foreign law in courts but allows it in arbitration; parties must prove its content, as judges and arbitrators...