In this fifth article of our six-part series, we explore the introduction of provisions on early determination – a procedural tool designed to help arbitral tribunals dispose, at an early stage, of claims or defences that are manifestly without merit or manifestly outside their jurisdiction.
Against a shifting geopolitical and economic landscape, the summit, hosted by the Chamber of Industry, Commerce, Services and Tourism of Santa Cruz (CAINCO) took place under the theme “Driving small business growth
New ICC Rules of Arbitration enhance efficiency, clarity and [...]
The updated ICC Arbitration Rules enter into force on 1 June 2026. Among the most notable procedural innovations is the introduction of a new set of opt‑in provisions designed for parties seeking a final award within three months: the Highly Expedited Arbitration Provisions.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
