Unveiling the 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules, part 3: Expedited Procedure Provisions and Emergency Arbitration

The updated ICC Arbitration Rules (Rules) enter into force on 1 June 2026. In this latest article of our six-part series, we showcase amendments to the Expedited Procedure Provisions (EPP) as well as the newly introduced Emergency Arbitration Provisions (EA).

Unveiling the 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules, part 3: Expedited Procedure Provisions and Emergency Arbitration2026-05-19T15:18:30+02:00

Unveiling the 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules, part 2: Moving beyond mandatory Terms of Reference

The updated ICC Arbitration Rules (Rules) enter into force on 1 June 2026. In this second article of our seven-part series, we explore one of the most significant procedural changes in the 2026 Rules: the removal of mandatory Terms of Reference in standard ICC Arbitration proceedings.

Unveiling the 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules, part 2: Moving beyond mandatory Terms of Reference2026-05-18T14:56:09+02:00

ICC welcomes push in WTO to keep digital commerce duty-free

ICC has welcomed a World Trade Organization agreement by 19 countries not to ‌impose duties on e-commerce following failure to reach agreement at the WTO 14th Ministerial meeting in Yaounde, Cameroon in March.

ICC welcomes push in WTO to keep digital commerce duty-free2026-05-11T11:42:58+02:00

Unveiling the 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules, part 1: arbitrator disclosure 

The updated ICC Arbitration Rules (Rules) enter into force on 1 June 2026. reflects the continuing commitment of the ICC International Court of Arbitration (ICC Court) to safeguarding the legitimacy, transparency and efficiency of the arbitral process.

Unveiling the 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules, part 1: arbitrator disclosure 2026-05-11T11:36:00+02:00

ICC warns on fertiliser supply and trade fragmentation at Milken Global Conference

ICC Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO has warned of growing risks to global food security and the multilateral trading system, speaking at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Los Angeles and in a live interview with Bloomberg on the sidelines of the event.

ICC warns on fertiliser supply and trade fragmentation at Milken Global Conference2026-05-11T11:29:36+02:00

ICC highlights risks to global trade and food security

ICC Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO has highlighted growing risks to global trade and food security in media interviews discussing disruptions affecting the Strait of Hormuz.

ICC highlights risks to global trade and food security2026-05-11T11:26:55+02:00

When competition cannot be perfect: adapting antitrust to small and insular economies

Drawing on insights from a survey of competition authorities in small and insular jurisdictions, this ICC report shows why competition policy cannot always be applied the same way everywhere.

When competition cannot be perfect: adapting antitrust to small and insular economies2026-05-11T11:23:07+02:00

Cross-border disputes in a fragmented world: Strategic considerations for 2026 and beyond

In this guest blog, Omani & Partners share perspectives on how cross-border disputes are no longer limited to contractual disagreements. In regions such as the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), growing investment and legal reforms are increasing complexity.

Cross-border disputes in a fragmented world: Strategic considerations for 2026 and beyond2026-05-04T13:26:06+02:00

ICC welcomes Standard Chartered’s full adoption of ICC Principles for Sustainable Trade Finance

ICC announced that Standard Chartered has adopted the full suite of the ICC Principles for Sustainable Trade Finance (PSTF).

ICC welcomes Standard Chartered’s full adoption of ICC Principles for Sustainable Trade Finance2026-04-28T16:11:57+02:00

Application of ICC trade finance rules in the context of the Middle East conflict

In light of the conflict in the Middle East, ICC clarifies how existing trade finance rules continue to apply, recalling relevant provisions on document delays, force majeure and electronic presentation under ICC frameworks.

Application of ICC trade finance rules in the context of the Middle East conflict2026-04-20T14:50:35+02:00

Enabling digital trade through legal reform: A guide for policymakers and practitioners

This ICC guide offers a simple introduction to MLETR, its implementation, and its impacts on trade and trade finance.

Enabling digital trade through legal reform: A guide for policymakers and practitioners2026-04-20T14:13:45+02:00
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