In celebration of the Ciarb Australia’s 30^th Anniversary, please join us for an engaging panel discussion in Brisbane with leading members of Ciarb Australia and the judiciary who will explore significant milestones in arbitration over the last thirty years while delving into emerging developments. Topics will include:

Reflecting on 30 Years:

• The inception of Ciarb Australia and core industries of arbitration work including maritime, commodity trading, construction and engineering.
• The adoption of the UNCITRAL Model Law and the establishment of uniform Commercial Arbitration Acts.
• The historical role that Courts have played in terms of supporting domestic and international arbitration in Australia.
• The rise of arbitration mooting and implications from that.
• Ciarb’s pivotal role in quality control and establishing benchmark standards.
• Lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic Ciarb courses and qualifications.
• The development of global practices and standards – Ciarb’s guidelines.

Looking Ahead 30 years:

• Trends and future predictions in international arbitration, both commercial and investment treaty. Courts utilising the power to refer out matters to arbitration.
• The impact of tariffs and trade wars on arbitration practices.
• The challenge of national isolationism and its implications for the principles of international arbitration, particularly in the context of post-WWII global investment and cross-border trade.
• The influence of artificial intelligence on dispute resolution and arbitration practices.
• The future role of arbitration in resolving disputes in Australia.
• Any anticipated developments in terms of the role of Courts.
• Ciarb’s commitment to maintaining high standards and providing quality assurance for users of arbitration.