On January 6, Singapore took the next step in effectuating an international enforcement regime for mediated settlement agreements by introducing legislation to become the first nation to ratify the Singapore Convention....more
The United States joined 45 other countries on August 7, 2019 as the initial signatories of the UN Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation (the “Singapore Convention”). Other notable...more
With decorated trees, snow on the ground (and painted on the walls), coffee cups coloured red and green, and spiritual imagery regularly seen; it is a time for goodwill, festive cheer and reflection. But does this general...more
Welcome to this 35th edition of Arbitration World, a publication from K&L Gates’ International Arbitration Group that highlights significant developments and issues in international and domestic arbitration for executives and...more
International arbitration in Asia has seen a dramatic surge in popularity in recent times. It has grown up alongside an increase in cross-border investment within and from outside Asia. There are three key reasons for this...more
As a result of the globalization of cross-border business, more commercial relationships than ever before exist between businesses and states. When a dispute arises, it is becoming more and more common for international...more