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Changes to ICC arbitration: the 2021 ICC Arbitration Rules
On 1 January 2021, the new 2021 ICC Arbitration Rules (“2021 Rules”), a copy of which can be found here https://iccwbo.org/dispute-resolution-services/arbitration/rules-of-arbitration/) came into force and became immediately applicable to all cases filed with the ICC from that day on. The following sets out some key changes that may be of note when selecting arbitral rules and preparing for arbitrations under the 2021 Rules.
- Legal
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02/03/2021 14:27
https://www.noandt.com/en/publications/2021/documents/asia_en_no32.pdf
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INSIDE ARBITRATION: TOWARDS GREENER ARBITRATIONS ACHIEVING GREATER ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY IN THE WAY WE CONDUCT ARBITRATIONS: AN UPDATE
The Covid–19 pandemic has also acted as an accelerator for an increased digitalisation of proceedings, introducing opportunities for practical ways to mitigate the carbon footprint of arbitrations, as the arbitration community has turned to virtual hearings, which are now a common occurrence, and forging a path for sustainable change in the way we work.
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26/02/2021 14:04
https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/latest-thinking/inside-arbitration-towards-greener-arbitrations-achieving-greater-environmental-0
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Latest HKIAC Statistics Reveal That Arbitration Continues to Thrive in Hong Kong Despite COVID-19
On February 9, 2021, the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (“HKIAC”) released its annual case statistics for 2020. This highly anticipated report provides insight into how arbitration in Hong Kong has fared in the face of the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19 over the past year.
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24/02/2021 10:28
https://www.mofo.com/resources/insights/210216-latest-hkiac-statistics.html
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Philippines: COVID-19 - CAB releases updated CAB Rules on Virtual Hearings
On 13 January 2021, the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) released the "Interim Guidelines on the Rules of Procedure Governing the Conduct of Virtual Hearings Before the Civil Aeronautics Board amending for its purpose the March 13, 2020 Interim Guidelines on the Rules of Procedure Governing Hearings Before the Civil Aeronautics Board during the Effectivity of Resolution No. 11 (Recommendations for the Management of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Situation)" ("CAB Rules on Virtual Hearings"); access here.
- Guidance
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24/02/2021 10:25
https://insightplus.bakermckenzie.com/bm/industrials-manufacturing-transportation/philippines-cab-releases-updated-cab-rules-on-virtual-hearings
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Dispute Resolution Trends in Asia for 2021
The restrictions imposed by governments around the world to stem the coronavirus have forced a rapid evolution in how litigation and arbitration hearings are conducted. Virtual or remote hearings are now widespread. Arbitration rules have been amended to confirm that such hearings are permissible. The ICC and HKIAC arbitral institutions have introduced guidelines to assist parties and the tribunal on practical aspects of remote hearings. It has also become standard practice for parties to agree to a ‘virtual hearing protocol’ to govern the conduct of a virtual hearing. (Dechert has produced its own virtual hearing template to assist parties in virtual hearings.)
- News
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24/02/2021 10:05
https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/dispute-resolution-trends-in-asia-for-9779963/
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IBA publishes updated evidence rules
New provisions on virtual hearings, illegally obtained evidence and undue influence on witnesses testifying remotely are among the newly published updates to the International Bar Association rules on the taking of evidence.
- Legal
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22/02/2021 13:00
https://globalarbitrationreview.com/iba-publishes-updated-evidence-rules
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Rethinking arbitration hearings: A shift towards asynchronous hearing timetables?
Arbitration is favoured for flexibility of process, and the seamless transition to virtual hearings in the otherwise disruptive COVID-19 era has proved testament to such. A year on, with a significant number of arbitration users having participated in virtual hearings held over videoconference, it is timely to reflect on the way we conduct arbitration hearings and the possibilities for transformation. This blog considers whether restructuring arbitration hearings, with a shift from synchronous to asynchronous hearing timetables, could enhance the flexibility and efficiency of the arbitration process.
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22/02/2021 12:58
http://arbitrationblog.practicallaw.com/rethinking-arbitration-hearings-a-shift-towards-asynchronous-hearing-timetables/
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Learn the benefits of implementing an online case management system for your arbitration institute
Due to an increased need for online hearings and remote working environments, arbitration institutes have quickly pivoted to accelerate the digital processes required for arbitration cases. To help support the new digital environment, the Working Group on LegalTech Adoption in International Arbitration was formed to establish a new "Protocol for Online Case Management in International Arbitration"-- which calls for an increase in online case management solutions for arbitration matters.
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22/02/2021 09:00
https://legalprof.thomsonreuters.com/DigitalizingArbitrationWorld?elq_mid=24188&elq_cid=23201787&elq_ename=L_HiQ_FM_9033098_ArbitrationwebinarUS_em1_20210217&cid=&email=kimberli.kraetzner%40thomsonreuters.com&sfdccampaignid=&campaignCode=&chl=Em&utm_medium=email&utm_source=eloqua&utm_campaign=&utm_content=&elqTrackId=21D698AD346F1E836B7B1946E829F49F&elq=0a742f16ca61407c803215819d52119c&elqaid=24188&elqat=1&elqCampaignId=
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ICC YAF: Navigating the uncertain future of arbitration [25 February 2021]
Join a virtual session in which FTI Consulting’s team will discuss the regional economic impact of COVID-19. A panel of practitioners and experts will provide their experience of the practical and legal consequences of the pandemic on arbitration in the region.
- Guidance
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19/02/2021 11:40
https://2go.iccwbo.org/icc-yaf-navigating-the-uncertain-future-of-arbitration.html
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Virtual reality: what have we learnt from online dispute resolution hearings?
Having experienced the shift to virtual disputes, both from an advocacy and an advisory perspective, the last ten months has created a whole new raft of virtual courtroom etiquette, many of which look set to replace the old, occasionally arcane, systems. Here are some of the lessons we’ve learnt.
- Guidance
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18/02/2021 15:19
http://disputeresolutionblog.practicallaw.com/virtual-reality-what-have-we-learnt-from-online-dispute-resolution-hearings/